US Director, Payor & Access Strategy Lead, Medical ...

OverviewJob DescriptionThe US Director, Payor & Access Strategy Lead, Medical Affairs (PASL) is responsible for regional Field Medical (FM) strategy, training, and prioritization of the Value & Implementation (V&I) plan for USMA Health Systems (HS). The DPASL for health systems is an impactful member of US Medical Affairs (USMA) functional teams, US Regional Medical Affairs Teams (RMAT), US Value Teams (VT), and Field Leadership teams.The US DPASL drives US HS strategic excellence and optimizes HS Field Team readiness in support of clinical and pharmacoeconomic scientific exchange aligned to Global V&I plan priorities. This is a regionally based position (US) in our company’s Research and Development (R&D) division.Responsibilities and Primary ActivitiesResponsible for the direction, coordination, implementation, control, and execution of HS strategy while remaining aligned to global medical and commercial strategy, commitments, and goals. Leads the US HS integrated Field Medical (FM) plan process in collaboration with US HS Executive Director (US HS ED), US HS Senior PASL, US HS Team Leads, and Global Scientific Content - Health Systems (GSC-HS) team membersPossesses relevant medical affairs and FM or clinical experience to guide and direct FM HS strategy in alignment with organizational priorities and unmet needsCollects, analyzes, and communicates scientific insights from US HS Medical Affairs Director (MAD) field engagements to inform company strategies across our Research and Development Division/Value & Implementation, which includes GMSA and Outcomes Research (OR), and Commercial; develops listening priorities and updates them quarterlyServes as US Health Systems interface between GMSA, Commercial, and other relevant headquarters (HQ) functions and the US HS MAD field teamIdentifies and prioritizes US HS field resources, training needs, and activities across the portfolio, in collaboration with the GSC-HS directors, to optimize HS MAD field team readinessCollaborates with key stakeholders to define/implement strategic congress priorities for US HS and coordinates planning of HS MAD activities at key scientific congressesContinuously scans the healthcare environment and quality landscape to analyze emerging trends in the therapeutic and competitive landscape, in addition to market access to optimize US Field HS Team capabilitiesRepresents USMA HS, in partnership with GMSA, in Expert Input Forums or Advisory Boards, as neededRequired Qualifications, Skills, & ExperienceMinimumAdvanced healthcare/science degree (MD, PhD, or PharmD)5+ years of prior pharmaceutical industry experience, (preferably Field Medical experience or equivalent biotech/pharmaceutical/Medical Affairs strategy experience)OR 5+ years of experience working in quality/managed care, with demonstrated scientific acumen OR equivalentDemonstrated ability to create and implement a strategic roadmapExcellent interpersonal, communication, networking, and results-oriented project management skillsThorough knowledge of clinical medicine, US healthcare delivery system structure and function, pharmaco-economics, population health management, quality management, value-based payment, and healthcare delivery policy and trendsDemonstrated ability to effectively work in a complex, matrixed environment (promoting inclusion, maintaining trust, and respecting others)Ability to network and partner with important internal and external stakeholders, including cross functional teams, scientific leaders, and key decision makersKnowledge of national and society treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, and Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and other ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and its external stakeholder environmentPreferredPrior experience leading complex projects with demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously and function in a fast-paced environmentFormal training in pharmaco-economics/outcomes researchUS and Puerto Rico Residents Only:Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here (if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:EEOC Know Your Rights (GINA SupplementWe are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts (Hybrid Work Model and CompensationU.S. Hybrid Work ModelEffective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, with Friday remote, unless business critical tasks require on-site presence. This model does not apply to field-based positions, facility/manufacturing/research roles, or roles not eligible for remote work.The salary range for this role is$187,000.00 - $294,400.00The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.We offer a comprehensive benefits package. More information about benefits is available at can apply for this role through (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline is stated on this posting.San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles Residents Only: We will consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring OrdinanceTravel Requirements: 25%Job Posting End Date: 10/3/2025Requisition ID: R366106 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06