Associate Director – US Policy and Patient Advocacy

Hansa Biopharma

Associate Director / Director, US Policy and Patient Advocacy shaping US policy and patient advocacy strategy at Hansa Biopharma. Analyzing healthcare policy to support sustainable patient access and engagement.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $185,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze the US healthcare policy and external environment to identify opportunities and risks impacting Hansa’s commercial and clinical‑stage programs.
Develop and execute a US policy and environment‑shaping plan to support commercialization planning and product launches in the US.
Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams (Global Corporate Affairs, Market Access, Commercial, Medical Affairs, R&D).
Build and maintain strategic relationships with policy makers, public health decisionmakers, and patient advocacy groups.
Clearly and impactfully communicate Hansa’s policy positions to external stakeholders.
Oversee and track corporate giving and PAG support initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in life sciences, public policy, business, or related field required; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MPH, or equivalent) preferred
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in patient advocacy and/or public policy within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
Proven track record of developing and executing strategic initiatives/projects, including budget planning and management
Strong understanding of U.S. healthcare policy, regulatory frameworks, and compliance requirements related to patient advocacy engagement
Experience of U.S. product launches is preferred
Therapeutic area experience in transplantation, rare diseases, and/or nephrology is strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision insurance
401(k) plan and company match
short-term and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
company holidays
well-being benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

budget planningproject managementstrategic initiatives

Soft Skills

communicationrelationship buildingcollaboration

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeMBAMPH