Executive Director, Market Access

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Formulate and implement a detailed market access strategy that encompasses pricing, reimbursement, and payer engagement, aimed at supporting the launch and ongoing management of allogeneic CAR T therapies.

• Oversee the collaborative development of payer value propositions, access strategies, and evidence plans that align with clinical and commercial goals.

• Establish and sustain relationships with national and regional payers, including commercial insurers, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and employer groups, to ensure favorable coverage and reimbursement outcomes.

• Lead the negotiation processes for coverage policies, reimbursement terms, single case agreements, and contract strategies specifically tailored to cell therapy delivery.

• Create and execute access strategies that respond to CAR T–specific site-of-care requirements, covering academic centers, community oncology practices, and emerging outpatient delivery models.

• Monitor and impact payer and government policies, including developments from CMS and state Medicaid, to mitigate access barriers and enhance patient access.

• Develop and apply innovative payment models and contracting strategies to support high-cost, one-time therapies.

• Build and manage a field reimbursement organization to assist providers in navigating the complexities of CAR T access pathways.

• Design and implement patient support services to promote access, including benefits verification, reimbursement assistance, and care coordination.

• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Commercial teams to devise distribution and channel strategies that align with cell therapy logistics and treatment center capabilities.

• Monitor payer coverage, reimbursement trends, COE network requirements, and competitive dynamics to guide strategy development.

• Provide strategic contributions to business development and financial planning concerning pricing, access, and reimbursement.

• Ensure all market access initiatives adhere to relevant regulations and industry standards.

• Other duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Pharm.D. degree in Life Sciences or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Over 15 years of experience in market access, pricing, reimbursement, or related positions within the biotech or pharmaceutical sectors, including leadership roles.

• Proven experience in developing and executing market access strategies for oncology or specialty therapies, with direct experience in CAR T or cell therapy being highly preferred.

• Comprehensive understanding of CAR T reimbursement dynamics, including single case agreements, site-of-care considerations, and COE network requirements.

• Experience working in both academic medical centers and community oncology environments.

• Strong grasp of innovative payment models and access considerations for high-cost, one-time therapies.

• Knowledge of oncology clinical data and health economics to support value-based discussions.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.

• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth biotech setting.

• Strong financial management skills and business acumen.

• Exceptional organizational skills with the capability to prioritize effectively to achieve results within established timelines.

• Strong interpersonal skills, including both verbal and written communication, are essential in this collaborative work environment.

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual performance bonus.

• Equity opportunities.

• Comprehensive health insurance.

• Generous time off, including two annual holiday company-wide shutdowns.