Associate Director, Global Access Mechanism

Job Description

About This Role

The candidate will have expert knowledge of Early/Expanded/Managed Access management principles, regulatory requirements, and vendor oversight responsibilities.  They must possess a strategic mindset, and the role will be accountable for the performance and results of multiple Global Access Mechanisms programs, development of departmental plans, including business and/or organizational priorities. They may be tasked to provide leadership to subordinate managers with decisions that are guided by resource availability and organizational objectives.  This is a high-visibility role with exposure to Biogen senior leadership given the impact these programs have on patient access to potentially life-saving medicines.  The candidate will report to the Global Head of Access Mechanisms (GAM) within the RD&M organization.

What You’ll Do

• Initiate and set goals for assigned GAM programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization together with the PDC and regional teams. 
• Manage cross-functional working groups and associated communications globally
• Oversee GAM programs from start to completion involving deadlines, milestones, processes, budget, and operations and lead the launch excellence globally
• Devise evaluation strategies, metrics and KPIs to monitor performance of assigned GAM programs and determine the need for strategic continuous improvements with vendor(s) as appropriate
• Ensure all assigned GAM program operations and processes are aligned with GxP SOPs and minimum standards, including quality management of all vendors. 
• Make sure appropriate processes and procedures are implemented by the vendor and documented accordingly
• Recognize new process launch needs and implement new processes, recognize and manage change and improvement needs, risk management and control – including SOP and Policy creation/updates
• Keep senior management informed with detailed and accurate reports and presentations on all GAM business updates and strategic initiatives

Who You Are

You are very patient-centric and are comfortable working in fast-paced environment with the ability to handle multiple business critical priorities.  You love new challenges and problem solving.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Education

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree (Masters/MBA is preferred) and a minimum 5 + years of relevant industry experience
• Proven extensive Early/Expanded/Managed Access experience is required; (i.e., concepts, principles, regulations, key considerations)
• Demonstrated cross-functional experience with the ability to navigate complex environments
• Vendor management experience
• Strong communication, organizational, project management, and presentation skills
• Solves complex problems; decisions and problem solving are guided by policies, procedures, and department plans
• Expert computer and internet skills including MS-Office products such as PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project
• Ability to work independently, with minimal guidance
• Experience providing leadership to managers, developing departmental plans, including business, production and/or organizational priorities
• Able to apply knowledge of key business drivers and the factors that minimize department/area performance; interprets business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes, and services

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Post-Trial Access and Humanitarian Access Programs is a plus, but not required

Additional Information

The base salary range for this position is $159,000-$219,000. Base salary offered is determined though an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location,and internal equity.  Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.   

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees and their families' physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:  

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances 
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement   
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance  
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31) 
• Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 days off for Personal Significance 
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit 
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions 
• Employee stock purchase plan   
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year   
• Employee Resource Groups participation   

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.