Director, Value Strategy, US Market Access

At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We're focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change the course of medicine and bring big new insights to life.  

The Director,Value Strategy and Evidence, Oncology is an integral member of the U.S. Market Accessorganization and isresponsibleforthe development and implementationofbespoke innovative reimbursement and payment models (i.e., Innovative Value Strategies (IVS) at keycustomers within the U.S. business.  

TheDirector will closely partner with peer colleagues across numerous functions (namely,Contract Strategy, Nationaland RegionalAccount Teams,Medical Affairs,Global R&D,Access Strategy,Data Science,Actuary,HEOR,andGlobalPricing Strategy,Insights & Analytics,Government Affairs & Policy).  She/hewill be responsible forsynthesizingclinical trial data, real world evidence,and competitive market intelligence, whileascertainingvalue drivers for payer and health system customers.  The director willcreateIVS frameworks(e.g.,value-basedcontracts)and own end-to end development,marketimplementation, adjudication, outcomes and financial reportingto support brand access strategiesat launch and throughoutthe productlife cycle. Specific responsibilities of the roleinclude:  

• Synthesis of Evidence & Gap Analysis/Environmental Analysis:  

• Lead cross-functional working groups todevelop IVS for oncology brands 

• AnalyzingRCT/RWE/HEOR & otherdata 

• Writing protocols fordata extraction and synthesis  

• Conducting marketand reimbursementlandscapeassessmentsandhealth policy research 

• Developing innovative, value-based, and/or outcomes-based constructs aligned to brand priorities 

• Construction of IVS Frameworks:  

• Conductingmarket research 

• Building analytic models  

• Creating presentation materials & related documents  

• Achieving organizational alignment for IVS constructs 

• IVS Implementation (Payer Analytics Coordination & Outcomes Reporting): 

• Leadingcustomer engagement  

• Providing analytic consultation  

• Adjudicatingoutcomes and financialresults  

• Conducting performance reviews with internal and external stakeholders 

• Publishing results in leading journals as appropriate 

The Director willbe astrategic,high- performing, independent, self-starting leader withclinical and business-focusedtechnical training.  The director will also havedemonstrated experience analyzing TPPs,applying HEOR/RWE, and building analytic modelsfor purposes of delivering strategic market access solutions (payer-facing experience is strongly preferred).Strong communication skills, business acumen, and ability to influence without authority in a matrix environmentis essential. Proficiency in usingAI,Excel, PowerPoint, and other productivity and project management softwareis essential.A working knowledge/understanding of actuarial analysis and financial modeling isrequired. 

Demonstrated Abilities and Performance Indicators: 

• Analytic rigor 

• Clinicaltraining (oncology preferred) 

• Demonstrated business acumen 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills 

• Demonstrated leadership in a matrix environment 

• Highly motivated 

• Expertise inUS healthcare market(care delivery,pharmaceutical reimbursement, insurance design, commercial and governmentsegnments, oncology focus) 

• Manages stakeholder expectationsacross a large corporate matrix 

• Navigates ambiguity with ease 

• Champions innovation  

• Self-starting, independent, entrepreneurial demeanor who thrives on new challenges 

• Strategic thinker 

• Executive presence andeffectively communicates complex topics to senior executives 

• Self-aware and willingness tobe coached, accept feedback 

• Influences without authority  

Education & Training: 

• PhDorMastersdegree in a scientific and/or businessdisciplineis required.(e.g., MBA,MPH,PhD inClinical Research/HEOR/Biostatistics/Epidemiology/Health Services Research)  

Experience: 

• Minimum of7 years pharmaceutical/medical device experience required with demonstrated capabilities in access strategy, contracting, pricing,HEOR/RWE, medical/R&D, new product planning (customer-facing experience highly desired) 

• 5 years(preferred)market access experience (within pharma/medical device or in consulting capacity) 

• Understanding of the U.S. healthcare reimbursement landscape, payer segments, and evolving market access reformsand reimbursementtrends 

• Demonstrated ability tothrive in a matrix environment, and to manage multiple projectsconcurrently withdiverse stakeholders 

• Strong organizational skills and ability toprioritize across competing priorities  

• Publications in scientific, academic, or industry journals 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills 

• Ability to travel (domestic U.S. travel approx. 15-20% annually) 

• Management consulting experience is highly desired 

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $186,000 to $279,000. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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