Executive Director, US Market Access & Payer Strategy

BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking an Executive Director, US Market Access to lead a team of Market Access Directors. The role focuses on access strategy, pull-through for BioCryst products, and national/regional payer relationships across the United States.

The candidate will guide cross-functional efforts with Sales, Marketing, and Patient Services to maximize access and profitability while navigating Medicare, Medicaid, and private payer channels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• 10+ years in biopharmaceutical industry.
• 5–7 years in US market access operations/strategy.
• Experience leading a market access team.
• Experience with national and regional payers, PBMs, Medicaid, Medicare.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Market Access Directors across regions.
• Develop and present payer strategy and account plans.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and Patient Services to maximize patient access.
• Engage with national payers and regional accounts to drive product coverage.
• Monitor payer policies and contracting strategies to mitigate access barriers.
• Prepare business updates and strategic plans aligned with company objectives.

Skills

Negotiation

Data-driven

Strategic thinking

Communication

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or higher

Job description

BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking an Executive Director, US Market Access to lead a team of Market Access Directors. The role focuses on access strategy, pull-through for BioCryst products, and national/regional payer relationships across the United States.

The candidate will guide cross-functional efforts with Sales, Marketing, and Patient Services to maximize access and profitability while navigating Medicare, Medicaid, and private payer channels.