Director, Global Market Access – Oncology

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Director of Global Market Access at Merck leading oncology strategy development and execution. Responsible for global access strategy and market landscape analysis for new oncology pipeline asset.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRahway • New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $190,800 - $300,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in global pricing and market access strategies, with a strong focus on oncology pipeline assets. Proven ability to synthesize payer insights and develop tailored access solutions while collaborating across cross-functional teams.

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Market Access ExperiencePricing Strategy DevelopmentNegotiation SkillsProject ManagementHealthcare Systems Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Market AccessPricingReimbursementHTA MethodologiesFinancial AcumenAnalytical SkillsProduct Launch ExperienceCommercialization ProcessCross-Functional LeadershipOperational Implementation

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationNegotiationCollaborationStrategic Thinking

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

OncologyPayer DynamicsGlobal Healthcare SystemsMarket DynamicsPatient Access

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the creation and implementation of global pricing and market access strategies for a new oncology pipeline asset.
Synthesize payer insights, landscape analysis and competitive intelligence to inform opportunities and risks for access across multiple country archetypes.
Collaborate with Regional Access teams to translate global strategies into actionable regional/country plans.
Develop negotiation strategies and tailored access solutions.
Engage with Product Development Teams to ensure clinical trial designs are informed by payer requirements and access objectives.
Work alongside Policy and Public Affairs colleagues to adapt access strategies to mitigate risks.
Actively scan, source and assess innovative opportunities to support patient access in markets.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree (trained in Business or Science related discipline)
5 years of market access, pricing, and reimbursement experience at a country (US preferred) and/or global level
A mix of US experience and/or ex-US experience is welcome
Experience launching a product with multiple indications
Deep understanding of global healthcare systems, HTA methodologies and payer dynamics
Preference for candidates with deep understanding of large market dynamics such as US, Japan or Europe
Broad understanding of the product development and commercialization process, accompanied by strong financial, analytical, and business acumen
Proven success in driving strategic initiatives and leading within a cross-functional organization
Strong project management and operational implementation skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
retirement benefits, including 401(k)
paid holidays
vacation
compassionate and sick days