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Head of Market Access

Confidential

United States

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USD 258,000 - 374,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

A leading biotechnology firm is seeking a Head of Market Access to oversee market access initiatives across the organization. This executive will lead payer marketing, pricing strategies, and ensure products are available to patients while managing a dedicated team. The role requires extensive experience in market access within the biopharmaceutical sector, focusing on enhancing product adoption and developing partnerships with payers and healthcare systems.

Qualifications

15+ years in market access, pricing strategy, or reimbursement.
Experience in biopharmaceuticals or genetic testing industries.
Relevant certifications in healthcare or market access preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of market access strategy.
Manage payer marketing strategies to achieve coverage.
Build relationships with key payer stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Market Analysis

Payer Marketing Strategy

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Life Sciences, or Healthcare Administration

MBA or Master’s degree preferred

The Head of Market Access will oversee the strategy and execution of market access initiatives across the organization. This role will focus on driving the adoption and reimbursement of the company’s products, including leading payer marketing, pricing, and contracting strategies. This leader will ensure that products are accessible to patients by achieving coverage across private, government, and Medicaid sectors and will oversee a team responsible for payer account management, reimbursement strategies, and patient advocacy efforts.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of the company’s market access strategy to ensure product adoption and optimal reimbursement across payer segments.
Drive the payer marketing strategy to achieve coverage for genetic testing panels and other healthcare products.
Develop and execute strategies for pricing and contracting to enhance market access.
Identify opportunities to expand access to underserved populations and enhance the company’s presence in new markets.
Build and maintain relationships with key payer stakeholders, including private insurance, Medicaid, and government agencies.
Lead initiatives to ensure efficient and timely reimbursement for genetic testing services.
Oversee and coordinate payer requirements for clinical trials and product launches.
Ensure that pricing and contract negotiations align with market demands and strategic objectives.
Expand access to healthcare products through advocacy and collaboration with healthcare systems, focusing on underserved populations.
Develop programs that reduce health disparities and increase access to life-saving therapies.
Work closely with external stakeholders to implement patient assistance programs that ensure affordability.
Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to payer access, reimbursement, and market entry.
Provide leadership on market access for new product development, working to ensure that clinical trials and evidence generation support payer needs.
Work closely with internal stakeholders, including sales, marketing, clinical, and product teams, to ensure alignment on market access strategies.
Partner with regulatory, health economics, and outcomes research teams to drive access initiatives.
Lead and mentor a team of professionals across payer strategy, pricing, and market access.
Build and develop capabilities within the market access team, ensuring a high level of performance and professional growth.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Life Sciences, Healthcare Administration, or related field. MBA or Master’s degree preferred.
Experience: 15+ years in market access, pricing strategy, or reimbursement, including leadership roles in biopharmaceuticals or genetic testing industries. Proven experience in payer account management and patient advocacy.
Certifications: Relevant certifications in healthcare or market access preferred.

Required Skills

Proven ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve strategic objectives.
Strong business acumen with the ability to develop and execute long-term strategies.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to C-suite executives and external partners.
Expertise in market analysis, pricing strategy, and reimbursement processes.
Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills across internal and external stakeholders.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Executive

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
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Industries
Biotechnology Research and Hospitals and Health Care

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