Oncology Market Access Leader — Strategy & Impact

AstraZeneca plc; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 186,000 - 233,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc in Gaithersburg, MD seeks Associate Director, Oncology Market Access Strategy to shape U.S. access, reimbursement, and affordability for a breakthrough immuno-oncology medicine.

You will translate science into real-world outcomes, working across functions to turn insights into clear value stories and executable plans. Responsibilities include leading access strategy, developing value propositions, collaborating with payers, providers, and patients, and managing budgets and agency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher.
• 3 years of proven years of progressive experience within the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical market including payer marketing, brand marketing, market research, account management, and/or field sales.
• Strong or emerging understanding of the U.S. market access landscape and the legal/regulatory environment for pharmaceuticals/biopharmaceuticals.
• Ability to think strategically and translate strategy into tactical implementation.
• Teamwork and leadership skills, including the ability to gain consensus and act within ambiguous, complex matrix organization.
• Results oriented with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Thorough understanding of customer and industry marketing practices and trends.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 20%).

Responsibilities

• Lead Access Strategy planning and initiatives to secure and maintain access, reimbursement, and affordability.
• Develop compelling product value propositions and other messaging across key market segments under guidance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather market insights informing market access strategies.
• Provide input and guidance to Senior Manager on tactical development of field resources and programs.
• Support account management teams in customer strategy, planning, and execution, including training and promotional tools/resources.
• Ensure alignment of strategy with brand and sales organization to drive product demand.
• Support the coaching and development of junior team members.
• Manage agency relationships to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery of promotional programs.
• Develop and manage budgets in compliance with AstraZeneca finance and accounting requirements.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Advanced degree (MBA, MPH, PharmD, PhD)

Job description

AstraZeneca plc in Gaithersburg, MD seeks Associate Director, Oncology Market Access Strategy to shape U.S. access, reimbursement, and affordability for a breakthrough immuno-oncology medicine.

You will translate science into real-world outcomes, working across functions to turn insights into clear value stories and executable plans. Responsibilities include leading access strategy, developing value propositions, collaborating with payers, providers, and patients, and managing budgets and agency