Ophthalmology Patient Access & Affordability Lead

Merck & Co.; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Rahway, NJ is seeking an Associate Director, US Marketing Ophthalmology, Patient Support Program Access and Affordability Lead to design and manage access, reimbursement, and affordability initiatives across the US Ophthalmology portfolio.

The role translates patient, provider, and business needs into scalable access solutions, including hub services, prior authorization support, copay programs, and other financial assistance options, with strong cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; MBA preferred.
• 5+ years designing or optimizing patient affordability and/or access programs.
• Understanding of buy-and-bill, reimbursement pathways, and field reimbursement.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with data analytics to guide program decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead access and affordability strategy for US Ophthalmology portfolio.
• Translate market insights into patient support strategies and program requirements.
• Define KPIs and dashboards for affordability program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with CoE and cross-functional teams for launch readiness.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and privacy requirements.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Data analytics

Program management

Communication skills

Ophthalmology experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

MBA or equivalent preferred

Job description

Merck & Co., Rahway, NJ is seeking an Associate Director, US Marketing Ophthalmology, Patient Support Program Access and Affordability Lead to design and manage access, reimbursement, and affordability initiatives across the US Ophthalmology portfolio.

The role translates patient, provider, and business needs into scalable access solutions, including hub services, prior authorization support, copay programs, and other financial assistance options, with strong cross-functional collaboration.