Market Access Strategy Specialist
TEKsystems, Boston, MA, United States
Description
Our client currently operates at the forefront of rare disease scientific innovation and has successfully developed and commercialized multiple breakthrough medicines for Cystic Fibrosis (CF), Sickle Cell Disease and Transfusion-Dependent Beta Thalassemia. In addition to clinical development programs in CF, the organization has more than a dozen ongoing research programs focused on the underlying mechanisms of other serious diseases such as Pain, Type 1 diabetes, IgA Nephropathy, APOL-1 Mediated Kidney Disease, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
The Market Access Strategy specialist will be responsible for delivering effective market access strategies and resources to maximize access and uptake for the five currently approved medicines and the CF pipeline program. This role will work closely with Brand Marketing, Medical Affairs, Public Affairs, HEOR, Payer Account Management, and Field colleagues to ensure goal alignment and to meet corporate objectives.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Develop US market access strategies and tactical plans to support the launch of a new CF medicine and ongoing expansions for existing medicines, to secure and maintain rapid and broad access.
Lead initiatives to understand, analyze, and demonstrate the clinical, economic and societal value of Vertex medicines to payers, formulary decision-makers, CF Centers, and influencers.
Assist in the design and build out of the value story across payer channels.
Lead capability building and thought leadership projects that advance knowledge of and readiness for the rapidly evolving payer environment.
Support the Market Access Field Organization in customer segmentation strategy, planning and execution (e.g., training, account management tools/resources, and POA needs).
Manage day-to-day agency and vendor workflow to ensure resources are delivered on time & within budget.
Lead the cross-functional CF Access team to include the Access Escalations sub-team to ensure rapid and broad access to newly approved medicines and label expansions.
Instrumental in brand planning activities; plan and execute Payer ad boards.
Accountable for CRM requirements and insight mining, CRC reviews, Customer Facing talking points and establishment of launch KPIs.
Define and establish Trade resources in tandem with Trade field leadership.
Act as trusted, subject matter expert on US payer landscape to internal colleagues and external customers.
Co‑create resources to support field pull‑through engagement with HCPs.
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of US payer coverage and reimbursement environment, including alternative funding programs, IRA, and CMS policies.
Understanding of 340B and limited distribution SP networks.
Ability to translate clinical data into economic messages.
Marketing or other relevant strategic planning and execution skills including branding, project management, and working collaboratively with agencies and vendors; managed markets experience preferred.
Ability to perform in a fast‑paced environment, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and work effectively across cross‑functional teams.
US product launch experience preferred.
Education and Experience Minimum bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years of marketing or agency experience in biotech/pharmaceuticals, or an equivalent combination of experience and education. Advanced degree preferred.
Job Type & Location This is a contract position based out of Boston, MA.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70.00 – $77.42 per hour.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions.
Life insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
Short and long‑term disability.
Health Spending Account (HSA).
Transportation benefits.
Employee Assistance Program.
Time off / leave (PTO, vacation, or sick leave).
Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Boston, MA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.
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The Market Access Strategy specialist will be responsible for delivering effective market access strategies and resources to maximize access and uptake for the five currently approved medicines and the CF pipeline program. This role will work closely with Brand Marketing, Medical Affairs, Public Affairs, HEOR, Payer Account Management, and Field colleagues to ensure goal alignment and to meet corporate objectives.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Develop US market access strategies and tactical plans to support the launch of a new CF medicine and ongoing expansions for existing medicines, to secure and maintain rapid and broad access.
Lead initiatives to understand, analyze, and demonstrate the clinical, economic and societal value of Vertex medicines to payers, formulary decision-makers, CF Centers, and influencers.
Assist in the design and build out of the value story across payer channels.
Lead capability building and thought leadership projects that advance knowledge of and readiness for the rapidly evolving payer environment.
Support the Market Access Field Organization in customer segmentation strategy, planning and execution (e.g., training, account management tools/resources, and POA needs).
Manage day-to-day agency and vendor workflow to ensure resources are delivered on time & within budget.
Lead the cross-functional CF Access team to include the Access Escalations sub-team to ensure rapid and broad access to newly approved medicines and label expansions.
Instrumental in brand planning activities; plan and execute Payer ad boards.
Accountable for CRM requirements and insight mining, CRC reviews, Customer Facing talking points and establishment of launch KPIs.
Define and establish Trade resources in tandem with Trade field leadership.
Act as trusted, subject matter expert on US payer landscape to internal colleagues and external customers.
Co‑create resources to support field pull‑through engagement with HCPs.
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of US payer coverage and reimbursement environment, including alternative funding programs, IRA, and CMS policies.
Understanding of 340B and limited distribution SP networks.
Ability to translate clinical data into economic messages.
Marketing or other relevant strategic planning and execution skills including branding, project management, and working collaboratively with agencies and vendors; managed markets experience preferred.
Ability to perform in a fast‑paced environment, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and work effectively across cross‑functional teams.
US product launch experience preferred.
Education and Experience Minimum bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years of marketing or agency experience in biotech/pharmaceuticals, or an equivalent combination of experience and education. Advanced degree preferred.
Job Type & Location This is a contract position based out of Boston, MA.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70.00 – $77.42 per hour.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions.
Life insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
Short and long‑term disability.
Health Spending Account (HSA).
Transportation benefits.
Employee Assistance Program.
Time off / leave (PTO, vacation, or sick leave).
Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Boston, MA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.
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