Job Description
Our Company has an exciting and growing Immunology pipeline, reinforcing our position as a sustainable innovation engine for the coming decade as we aspire to become the trusted leader in delivering novel solutions to transform the standard of care for Immune‑Medicated Diseases. The Immunology portfolio is a top corporate priority and will be a key growth driver. Our Global Market Access (GMAx) organization is driven by a passion to save and improve lives through ensuring sustainable access to our medicines and vaccines at a price reflective of their value. We work collaboratively across the enterprise and with regional and local market teams to deliver the development and implementation of integrated access strategies, excellence in pricing strategy and execution, and shaping of the external access landscape. We drive sustainable patient access through innovation in patient access models and solutions.
Role Overview Director, Global Market Access, Immunology
will play a leadership role in developing and executing an integrated global market access, pricing and reimbursement strategy for tulisokibart across assigned indications. The Director will lead the development and execution of global market access strategy, payer value proposition, pricing strategy, and payer stakeholder communication tools in collaboration with Commercial, R&D, Value and Implementation, Medical Affairs, Policy, Communications and regional and country teams. This role reports to the Executive Director, Global Market Access, Immunology.
Responsibilities
Develop global payer value proposition and access strategy for tulisokibart for assigned indications, ensuring access considerations are integrated into global access plans and taking informed positions related to price, value and affordability challenges at the appropriate time of product development and launch.
Partner closely with the cross‑functional team including marketing and Product Development Teams (PDTs), e.g., clinical, OR and medical affairs, regional and country teams to ensure patient access objectives and strategy are linked to clinical development, commercial and value evidence plans.
Synthesize and communicate payer customer insights to inform current and future access strategy, including access opportunities and risks by country archetype. Conduct payer market research and analysis of payer landscape and competition.
Co‑lead with V&I the 4th hurdle framework assessments to inform access strategy and evidence generation plans.
Develop global pricing strategy, product value scenarios and negotiation strategies in support of Global, Regional, Country plans.
Collaborate with Regional access, pricing and affordability solutions teams within GMAx to inform access strategy development.
Provide access assumptions into business development assessments on an ad‑hoc basis.
Collaborate with Policy colleagues in the assessment of and development of action plan to shape the value frameworks and other policies impacting value assessment.
Lead the development of value communication resources, including payer value deck and other access resources.
Position Qualifications
At least 8 years of experience in one or more of these areas: market access, pricing/reimbursement, health policy and/or health economics, sales and marketing (or equivalent roles), market research.
Strong understanding of healthcare systems, reimbursement methods, and policy issues, including health technology assessments of major countries.
Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem‑solving skills.
Experience successfully leading cross‑functional matrix teams.
Demonstrated innovative mindset and high level of comfort working in a white‑space environment that is necessary for innovation.
Demonstrated ability to understand, develop and communicate scientific‑based strategies and messages.
Excellent interpersonal skills; strong influencing, negotiating, conflict resolution skills.
Comfort and confidence in working with diverse teams and backgrounds; routinely demonstrates inclusive behaviors; actively seeks out diverse perspectives and experiences.
Strong commercial orientation and business acumen.
Strong verbal and written communications skills.
Strong project management and operational skills.
Preferred Experience and Skills
Knowledge and experience in multiple therapeutic areas, preferably Immunology.
Prior experience developing global business strategy.
Knowledgeable about health economic tools and techniques.
Education Minimum Requirement
Required: BA/BS.
Preferred: Master’s degree in business administration, health policy, or health economics.
Travel and Location Travel: Yes, 10‑20% of the time. Work Location: Rahway, NJ or Upper Gwynedd, PA (Hybrid).
Compensation Salary range: $187,000.00 – $294,400.00. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. Benefits details are available at
https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits .
Equal Opportunity Employment 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 EEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds.
Application Information To apply, visit
https://jobs.merck.com/us/en
(or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. The job posting is effective until 11:59:59 PM on the day before the listed job posting end date (01/28/2026).
Recruitment Policies Our company does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid if no pre‑existing agreement is in place. If agency agreements exist, introductions are position specific.
Additional Information US and Puerto Rico residents only – the position is available to U.S. and Puerto Rico residents. San Francisco Residents: we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Los Angeles Residents: we will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
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Role Overview Director, Global Market Access, Immunology
will play a leadership role in developing and executing an integrated global market access, pricing and reimbursement strategy for tulisokibart across assigned indications. The Director will lead the development and execution of global market access strategy, payer value proposition, pricing strategy, and payer stakeholder communication tools in collaboration with Commercial, R&D, Value and Implementation, Medical Affairs, Policy, Communications and regional and country teams. This role reports to the Executive Director, Global Market Access, Immunology.
Responsibilities
Develop global payer value proposition and access strategy for tulisokibart for assigned indications, ensuring access considerations are integrated into global access plans and taking informed positions related to price, value and affordability challenges at the appropriate time of product development and launch.
Partner closely with the cross‑functional team including marketing and Product Development Teams (PDTs), e.g., clinical, OR and medical affairs, regional and country teams to ensure patient access objectives and strategy are linked to clinical development, commercial and value evidence plans.
Synthesize and communicate payer customer insights to inform current and future access strategy, including access opportunities and risks by country archetype. Conduct payer market research and analysis of payer landscape and competition.
Co‑lead with V&I the 4th hurdle framework assessments to inform access strategy and evidence generation plans.
Develop global pricing strategy, product value scenarios and negotiation strategies in support of Global, Regional, Country plans.
Collaborate with Regional access, pricing and affordability solutions teams within GMAx to inform access strategy development.
Provide access assumptions into business development assessments on an ad‑hoc basis.
Collaborate with Policy colleagues in the assessment of and development of action plan to shape the value frameworks and other policies impacting value assessment.
Lead the development of value communication resources, including payer value deck and other access resources.
Position Qualifications
At least 8 years of experience in one or more of these areas: market access, pricing/reimbursement, health policy and/or health economics, sales and marketing (or equivalent roles), market research.
Strong understanding of healthcare systems, reimbursement methods, and policy issues, including health technology assessments of major countries.
Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem‑solving skills.
Experience successfully leading cross‑functional matrix teams.
Demonstrated innovative mindset and high level of comfort working in a white‑space environment that is necessary for innovation.
Demonstrated ability to understand, develop and communicate scientific‑based strategies and messages.
Excellent interpersonal skills; strong influencing, negotiating, conflict resolution skills.
Comfort and confidence in working with diverse teams and backgrounds; routinely demonstrates inclusive behaviors; actively seeks out diverse perspectives and experiences.
Strong commercial orientation and business acumen.
Strong verbal and written communications skills.
Strong project management and operational skills.
Preferred Experience and Skills
Knowledge and experience in multiple therapeutic areas, preferably Immunology.
Prior experience developing global business strategy.
Knowledgeable about health economic tools and techniques.
Education Minimum Requirement
Required: BA/BS.
Preferred: Master’s degree in business administration, health policy, or health economics.
Travel and Location Travel: Yes, 10‑20% of the time. Work Location: Rahway, NJ or Upper Gwynedd, PA (Hybrid).
Compensation Salary range: $187,000.00 – $294,400.00. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. Benefits details are available at
https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits .
Equal Opportunity Employment 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 EEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds.
Application Information To apply, visit
https://jobs.merck.com/us/en
(or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. The job posting is effective until 11:59:59 PM on the day before the listed job posting end date (01/28/2026).
Recruitment Policies Our company does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid if no pre‑existing agreement is in place. If agency agreements exist, introductions are position specific.
Additional Information US and Puerto Rico residents only – the position is available to U.S. and Puerto Rico residents. San Francisco Residents: we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Los Angeles Residents: we will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
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