AD, Access & Reimbursement (ADAR) CV - Minneapolis, MN

Role: Associate Director, Access & Reimbursement (ADAR) in Minneapolis, MN, overseeing patient access and reimbursement strategies within assigned healthcare geographies. Responsibilities include engaging with complex healthcare accounts to educate providers on access programs, supporting integration of products into workflows, analyzing reimbursement challenges, and influencing local coverage decisions. The role involves close collaboration with field sales, Market Access, Patient Support Center, and other cross-functional teams to address barriers and optimize patient access, particularly around buy-and-bill, specialty pharmacy, and alternative care channels. Requirements: Bachelor's degree (advanced preferred), 5+ years in pharma/biotech with experience in Patient Services, Market Access, or account management, especially with complex practices and specialty products. Deep expertise in reimbursement pathways, multi-channel acquisition, and manufacturer support programs is essential. Ability to travel 60-80%, reside within the territory or within 60 miles, and hold a valid driver’s license. The role is remote and field-based, covering Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Milwaukee, with a focus on therapeutic areas supported by Novartis. High-value specifics include specialty products, buy-and-bill, and reimbursement pathways. The position involves proactive account engagement, training healthcare providers, and managing reimbursement issues, with a focus on complex account management in specialty care settings.