Vice President, Market Access

Verastem Oncology

Vice President, Market Access leading market access strategy for Verastem Oncology's portfolio. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal access and sustainable value realization.

Posted 7/26/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $315,000 - $400,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing Global Value & Access Strategies, with a strong focus on pricing, reimbursement, and payer dynamics in the oncology sector. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

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Global Value & Access Strategy DevelopmentPayer Dynamics ExpertisePricing & Reimbursement StrategyOncology Market Access ExperienceExecutive Presence & Stakeholder Influence

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Hard Skills

Market Access StrategyPricing StrategyReimbursement StrategyLifecycle ManagementGovernment Pricing StrategyHTA ProcessesPayer RegulationsOncology Distribution ModelsClinical Development InputValue Messaging

Soft Skills

LeadershipDecision-MakingCollaborationInfluencing SkillsMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMBAMPHPharmDPhD

Industry Keywords

OncologyPayer LandscapeSpecialty PharmacyMedicareMedicaidRare DiseaseGPO ContractingPatient Support ProgramsAccess ChallengesMarket Access Launches

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, lead, and execute a comprehensive Global Value & Access Strategy aligned with Verastem’s scientific, clinical, and commercial objectives
Serve as the senior “Voice of the Payer”, providing strategic guidance to executive leadership and cross‑functional teams on payer dynamics, access risks, and mitigation strategies
Inform portfolio and lifecycle strategy through early payer input on clinical development, evidence generation, and value messaging
Design and execute pricing, reimbursement, and contracting strategies for AVMAPKI + FAKZYNJA co-pack and pipeline assets
Provide clear recommendations on Life Cycle Management, Launch sequencing and pricing corridors, GPO and discretionary contracting to drive optimal value for Verastem Products
Develop and maintain global and regional payer value propositions, ensuring local customization while maintaining strategic consistency
Establish pricing governance and payer pricing guidance to enable launches within approved ranges and ensure long‑term sustainability
Build and maintain deep expertise in payer regulations, HTA processes, and access environments across major regions, including United States, EU, Japan, China, APAC, and MEA
Lead regional adaptation of access strategy in partnership with local commercial and market access teams
Anticipate future access challenges and evolving payer expectations, proactively identifying threats and opportunities
Establish and maintain relationships with key payers, payer associations, and industry stakeholders
Represent Verastem Oncology at key industry forums and conferences, including ASCO, SGO, AMCP, NCODA, COA, Asembia, and related access-focused meetings
Support clinical pathway access and formulary inclusion for Verastem products
Oversee trade and distribution strategy, including contracting, specialty pharmacy relationships, data collection, and order‑to‑cash processes
Ensure effective execution and continuous optimization of Verastem Cares, the company’s patient support and access program
Partner with Compliance and Legal to ensure all trade and patient services activities meet regulatory and ethical standards
Lead government pricing strategy and execution, including Medicaid, Medicare, 340B, and ex‑US price reporting as applicable
Ensure accurate, compliant, and timely government price calculations, reporting, and audits
Build, mentor, and lead a high‑performing market access organization
Operate effectively in a matrixed environment, driving alignment across functions and regions
Provide clear prioritization and decision‑making in a fast‑paced oncology growth environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MPH, PharmD, PhD) strongly preferred
15+ years of progressive experience in market access, pricing, reimbursement, or payer strategy, with significant oncology experience
Proven success leading US and global market access launches, ideally for rare disease and/or oncology products
Deep knowledge of US payer landscape (commercial, Medicare, Medicaid)
Ex-US HTA and pricing systems
Specialty pharmacy and oncology distribution models
Demonstrated executive presence with the ability to influence senior leadership and external stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Equity compensation
Competitive benefits package