Associate Director, Market Access

Predicine is a Silicon Valley-based global precision medicine company that is committed to developing the first- and best-in-class liquid biopsy cancer diagnostics and precision medicine portfolio to address the unmet medical needs in global drug development.

Predicine has developed an international business utilizing its innovative liquid biopsy technology and molecular insights to empower biopharma partners in clinical drug development and expand opportunities around new oncology medicines. Fully recognized by global industry leaders, we are partnering with a slate of top 10 MNC BioPharmas to support biomarker-driven clinical trials in US, EU, APAC including China.

At Predicine, we believe people are our most important asset and we are dedicated to creating a great place to work. We value a culture of Integrity, Innovation, Quality, Respect, Courage, Collaboration, Caring, and Communication.

We invite people who share the same values to join us!

The Associate Director, Market Access is responsible for the development and leadership of Predicine's national and regional payer strategy, direction and execution. As an early member of the Commercial team, you'll have a significant impact on the company culture. positivity, a relentless work ethic and high level of integrity are required. This role requires an extensive understanding of the commercial insurance landscape and the policies and processes for covering diagnostic tests. A successful track record of partnering with national and regional payers is required. Cross-functional coordination will be necessary to optimize payer coverage, establish favorable reimbursement and develop plans for best results; stakeholders may include Leadership, Marketing, Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Operations and/or US Sales Team.

Key responsibilities:

• Developing payer strategy to increase patient access, surpass sales, maximize profitability and meet business goals/objectives.
• Developing and executing short term objectives for success while maintaining a long-term vision and strategy for future success.
• Providing timely, accurate and comprehensive updates on communication, progress, needs and contracting status with national and regional payer targets.
• Representing Predicine with payer clients, healthcare policymakers, physician organizations, patient advocates and/or other key stakeholders that make or influence reimbursement decisions.
• Working collaboratively with Reimbursement, Billing and Finance to ensure alignment with financial goals.
• Presenting clinical and health economic data to stakeholders to support engagement, share the liquid biopsy story and ultimately gain coverage.
• Identifying data gaps and partnering with medical affairs/clinical development to develop evidence that supports expanded coverage.
• Collaborating with leadership to develop and implement plans for the infrastructure of the market access team to meet the needs of a growing organization.
• Providing input on US pricing and contracting strategies to align with commercial objectives.
• Staying on top of and keeping the relevant stakeholders updated on payer policies and US market trends that affect liquid biopsy testing access and coverage.

To be a good fit for this role, you would have:

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field; MBA a plus.
• 5-7 years of strong reimbursement-related industry experience in diagnostics.
• Contract and negotiation experience involving multiple stakeholders. Skilled in organizational development, personnel management, budget and resource development.
• Ability to think analytically, plan strategically, and identify alternatives and trade-offs.
• Personal and professional qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to patients and company objectives.
• Strong understanding of the payer environment for oncology, including coverage, reimbursement and pricing.
• Flexibility and ability to multitask; ability to work within an ambiguous and constantly evolving environment while also working toward clarity and solutions.
• Strong oral/written communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work cross functionally within the organization will be key to success.
• Go-Getter, not afraid to think outside the box and take initiative.

Physical Demand and Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel as needed to meet payers, medical directors, policymakers and other key stakeholders, as well as to attend specialty society scientific meetings.
• Must be physically able to handle extensive travel in vehicle, plane, or other modes of public transport
• Due to time zones, duties may require working outside normal working hours (evenings and weekends) at times.

We require all Predicine employee's to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination on their first day of work.

Predicine is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion or similar philosophical beliefs, disability, marital and civil union status, age, genetic information, veteran status or any personal attribute or characteristic that is protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.