US Director, Genitourinary Payor & Access Strategy Lead, Medical Affairs, Health Systems Oncology at Merck

Job Description

Position Title: US Director, Payor & Access Strategy Lead, Medical Affairs (PASL).

Role Summary

• The US Director, Payor & Access Strategy Lead is responsible for US Field Medical (FM) strategy, training and prioritisation of the Value & Implementation (V&I) plan for USMA Health Systems Oncology (HSO).
• Therapeutic area responsibilities include genitourinary cancers (urothelial, renal, prostate) and selected oncology assets, with scope subject to change with organisational needs.
• The role drives strategic excellence and optimises HSO and USMA readiness to support payor access, pharmacoeconomic and scientific exchange aligned to Global V&I plan priorities. It is regionally based in the United States.

Responsibilities and Primary Activities

• Direct, coordinate, implement, control and execute USMA and HSO payor and access strategy for defined cancers and assets while aligning with global medical and commercial strategy.
• Lead the US HSO integrated Field Medical plan process in collaboration with US HSO Executive Director, US HSO Senior Director PASL, Team Leads and global/regional cross‑functional teams.
• Develop and direct payor and access strategy in alignment with organisational priorities and unmet needs.
• Collect, analyse and communicate scientific insights from US HSO Medical Affairs Director field engagements to inform strategies across R&D, GMSA, Outcomes Research and Commercial.
• Lead the US Payor Access Team to prioritise gaps/needs assessment, value evidence strategy and tactical plan for global V&I annual planning input.
• Serve as the interface between GMSA, Commercial and other relevant HQ functions and the US HSO Team.
• Identify and prioritise US HSO field resources, training needs and activities across the oncology portfolio to optimise field team readiness.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement strategic congress priorities and coordinate planning of MAD activities at key scientific congresses.
• Continuously scan the healthcare environment, quality landscape and emerging trends to optimise US Field HSO Team capabilities.
• Represent USMA HSO, in partnership with GMSA, in Expert Input Forums or Advisory Boards as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced healthcare/science degree (MD, PhD or PharmD).
• 5+ years of prior pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably Field Medical or equivalent biotech/pharmaceutical/Medical Affairs strategy experience within oncology.
• OR 5+ years of experience working in quality/managed care/cancer center settings with demonstrated oncology scientific acumen.
• OR Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) / Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) with 5+ years of clinical experience in a cancer centre.
• OR equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement a strategic plan.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking and results‑oriented project management skills.
• Thorough knowledge of clinical medicine, US healthcare delivery system structure and function, pharmacoeconomics, population health management, quality management, value‑based payment and healthcare delivery policy and trends.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a complex, matrixed environment, promoting inclusion, maintaining trust and respecting others.
• Ability to network and partner with internal and external stakeholders, including cross‑functional teams, scientific leaders and key decision makers.
• Knowledge of national and society treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, OIG, HIPAA and other relevant laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience leading complex projects and handling multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Formal training in pharmacoeconomics or outcomes research.

Required Skills

• Clinical Oncology
• Communication
• Medical Affairs
• Medical Knowledge
• Oncology
• Oncology Care
• Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs
• Professional Integrity
• Professional Networking
• Strategic Thinking
• Strategy Development

Preferred Skills

• None listed.

Benefits and Compensation

Salary range: $210,400.00 – $331,100.00. Eligible for an annual bonus and long‑term incentive where applicable. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision and health insurance for employee and family; retirement benefits including 401(k); paid holidays, vacation and compassionate and sick days.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected characteristics. We comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as a federal contractor.