Vice President, Market Access

ARS Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Vice President leading market access strategy for ARS Pharmaceuticals’ FDA-approved needle-free epinephrine product neffy®. Overseeing payer, pricing, reimbursement, contracting, and patient access.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $320,000 - $370,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in market access strategy, pricing, and reimbursement within the life sciences industry, with strong analytical and leadership skills to optimize patient access and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Market Access StrategyPayer EngagementPricing and ReimbursementGovernment Pricing ComplianceCross-Functional Leadership

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Hard Skills

Market Access StrategyPricing StrategyReimbursement FrameworksContractingFinancial Risk AnalysisGovernment Pricing ProgramsData AnalysisPatient Support StrategiesCommercial ContractingNew Product Planning

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsStrategic LeadershipIntegrityEthical LeadershipRelationship Management

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesMedicaid PolicyPharmacy Benefit ManagersGPOsIDNs340BFederal Supply ScheduleVeterans AffairsCommercial OperationsRevenue Realization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead market access strategy across marketed and pipeline products, including patient access, formulary positioning, and reimbursement
Serve as the organization's senior expert on payer engagement, reimbursement trends, patient access, contracting, and pricing
Manage Gross-to-Net strategy, government pricing reporting, and governance processes
Monitor and communicate financial risks and opportunities associated with market access strategies and contract decisions
Lead the pricing committee and serve as executive sponsor of the Deals Desk process
Provide executive oversight of commercial and government contracting activities, including GPOs, IDNs, wholesalers, distributors, and strategic customers
Oversee government pricing programs, including Medicaid, Medicare, 340B, Federal Supply Schedule, Veterans Affairs, and applicable state programs
Ensure compliance with federal and state pricing regulations, government reporting requirements, and contractual obligations
Provide executive oversight of vendors supporting Gross-to-Net calculations, contract administration, and pricing analytics
Manage and optimize patient support strategies, including copay, cash, telemedicine, and access hub programs
Optimize pharmacy and distribution networks, manage DSA fees, and support retail and non-retail classes of trade
Partner with Sales, Marketing, Commercial Operations, Medical Affairs, and Finance on commercial execution, forecasting, contract investments, and revenue realization
Foster compliance, integrity, and ethical leadership throughout the organization
Contribute to New Product Planning and business development opportunities as needed
Report to the Chief Commercial Officer

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required, or an acceptable combination of education and relevant experience
15+ years of commercial experience, with direct responsibility for market access strategy, pricing, and reimbursement within the life sciences industry
At least 5 years of people-leadership experience
Extensive expertise and strong relationships with key decision-makers at pharmacy benefit managers and national/regional payers
Experience with Medicaid policy, contracting, and reimbursement frameworks
Experience in categories involving generic competitors and/or acute medication products highly preferred
Strong analytical, strategic, and cross-functional leadership skills
Comprehensive understanding of the payer landscape, market access dynamics, and current trends affecting reimbursement, contracting, and financial implications for brands
Ability to travel domestically up to 15%, as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual performance bonus eligibility
Equity
401(k) matching
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision for employees
Excellent benefits package
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities