Vice President, Data Analytics & Insight

Verastem Oncology

Vice President responsible for shaping and leading analytics capability for commercial performance in biopharma. Transforming analytics into strategic engine for data-driven growth.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $315,000 - $375,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commercial analytics, forecasting, and insights generation within the biopharma and healthcare sectors. Capable of leading cross-functional teams to drive data-driven decision-making and optimize commercial strategies.

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Commercial Analytics LeadershipForecasting ExpertisePharma Data IntegrationMarket Research ProficiencyAdvanced Analytics Adoption

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Hard Skills

KPI Framework DevelopmentData Strategy ManagementPredictive ModelingMarket SizingScenario PlanningPerformance Management SystemsPatient Journey AnalysisData GovernanceFinancial PlanningInsights Generation

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationInfluencing Senior LeadershipStrategic Decision-MakingTeam LeadershipCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Analytics ToolsDashboard SoftwareData Integration PlatformsMarket Intelligence ToolsReporting Automation Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMBAMSMPHPharmD

Industry Keywords

BiopharmaHealthcareSpecialty PharmacyOncology ProductsMarket AccessPatient ServicesCommercial ExcellenceCompetitive LandscapeClinical DevelopmentsReimbursement Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all analytics supporting Sales, Medical (where appropriate), Marketing, Market Access, Patient Services, and Executive Leadership
Lead the development, alignment and maintenance of relevant and actionable KPI frameworks, dashboards, and performance management systems to optimize commercial excellence
Deliver actionable insights that identify growth opportunities, risks, and priorities
Partner with Commercial leadership to optimize targeting, segmentation, and resource allocation
Own enterprise commercial data strategy (acquisition, integration, governance, and quality)
Maximize value of specialty pharmacy, claims, EMR, payer, provider, and patient-level data
Identify and deploy new data sources and analytical tools
Expertly manage external MSP and internal stakeholders to scalable, accurate and reliable operations of the customer data infrastructure
Lead forecasting for marketed products and pipeline assets
Develop cross functional, integrated forecasting and strategic planning process to ensure timely delivery of well aligned projections
Design, build and leverage appropriate models (patient, epidemiological or market based) to guide supply chain, financial planning, solve business questions and drive insights
Support annual planning, long-range planning, and business reviews
Deliver scenario planning and sensitivity analyses to guide key decisions
Partner with Finance to align forecasts and assumptions
Build and lead a market intelligence capability
Track competitive landscape, clinical developments, and reimbursement trends
Translate insights into clear, actionable strategy recommendations
Support market analysis at all levels within the organization (e.g. forecasting, brand, executive, board, investor-facing, etc)
Lead primary and secondary market research
Generate insights across providers, patients, payers, and stakeholders
Identify unmet needs and evolving treatment dynamics
Partner cross-functionally to translate insights into action
Support commercialization planning for pipeline assets
Lead market sizing, patient flow, and launch readiness efforts
Inform development strategy through market insights
Support BD diligence and commercial evaluations
Build a culture of data-driven decision-making
Elevate analytics to a strategic, forward-looking capability
Automate reporting and enhance organizational efficiency
Drive adoption of advanced analytics, AI, and predictive modeling
Build, scale, and lead a high-performing analytics organization
Set clear priorities, expectations, and development plans
Drive cross-functional alignment and collaboration
Serve as a core member of the Commercial Leadership Team
Set and manage appropriate budget to meet objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (MBA, MS, MPH, PharmD or equivalent)
15+ years of experience in biopharma, healthcare, consulting, or analytics
Proven leadership in commercial analytics, forecasting, or insights functions
Deep understanding of pharma data sources, patient journeys, and market dynamics
Proven ability to integrate data and generate insights from products distributed through hubs, specialty pharmacies, and specialty distributors
Successful experience supporting specialty and/or oncology product launches
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leadership and drive enterprise decisions

Benefits

Comp & perks

annual bonus
equity compensation
competitive benefits package