Neurocrine Continental Inc. Posted August 20, 2026

Director, Market Access Marketing (Pipeline)

US CA San Diego One Paseo, United States Full time
Marketing Director
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About this opportunity

Who We Are:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit  neurocrine.com , and follow the company on  LinkedIn ,  X , Facebook and YouTube . ( *in collaboration with AbbVie )

At Neurocrine, strong leadership drives both business results and team success. We look for leaders who think strategically, anticipate what’s ahead and set clear direction, while building and empowering high-performing teams. Successful leaders foster an environment where people are motivated to do their best work and deliver meaningful, measurable impact through sound decision-making and accountability.

 About the Role:

Leads the Market Access Psych/Neuro Franchise Marketing team, with responsibility for developing and executing payer and access strategies designed to optimize coverage and patient access across Neurocrine’s portfolio. Provides strategic direction and people leadership for the team, translating broader Market Access and Commercial objectives into actionable strategies, priorities, and plans. Accountable for the planning and execution of Market Access promotional initiatives, including payer and access messaging, field-based market access training, tools and resource development, vendor management, and project budgets. Partners cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, National Accounts, HEOR/Medical Affairs, Advocacy, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, and other key stakeholders to drive alignment, inform decision-making, and achieve business objectives. _

Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

Lead the development of U.S. Market Access strategies including identifying key issues and opportunities, critical success factors and market access strategies, key tactical programs and product positioning / messaging with payers, in-office Access related messaging, Integrated Delivery Network/Key Providers systems of care materials

Accountable for the performance and results of Market Access Marketing within the assigned franchise, proactively identifying opportunities, risks, and resource needs and adjusting priorities to achieve strategic objectives

Develop strategy, programs and collateral to support education of physicians/physician staff/practices on matters related to reimbursement and market access

Co-lead cross-functional teams including, Market Access, Sales, Marketing, Marketing, Legal, Finance, and Commercial Operations to design, develop and execute comprehensive Pharmacy network strategies to achieve company goals

Lead Market Access contributions to annual and longer-range commercial planning, establishing strategic priorities, key deliverables, resource requirements, and budget recommendations for the assigned franchise

In collaboration with broader Market Access team and. where appropriate HEOR/Medical Affairs, develop annual Market Access strategic and tactical plan, including identification of key issues and opportunities, strategies and critical success factors, tactics/materials, ROI, and budget

Identify market Access market research needs, align on market research plans with Market Research team and/or identified vendors to translate findings into access and commercial strategies

Evaluate market access performance against budget to ensure a cost-effective allocation of resources and appropriate management reporting, implementing metrics to evaluate use and impact of materials created

Ensure that all actions, and those of the team, both internally and through vendors working on Neurocrine’s behalf, follow all laws, regulations, policies and demonstrate company values

Oversee development of Market Access materials aimed at sales team education

Work with the Corporate Account Director team, Sales and Marketing to develop pull-through programs

Partner with Legal and Compliance to ensure that all programs are consistent with the latest laws, guidance, and corporate policies

Provide leadership, coaching, and development to direct reports, establishing clear goals and performance expectations while fostering engagement, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning

Build and develop team capabilities to support current and future business needs, including identifying development opportunities, strengthening the talent bench, and effectively delegating responsibilities to empower team members and drive results

Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements:

BS/BA degree in marketing, business, health policy, scientific or related field AND 12+ years of relevant experience in payer marketing, access, managed markets, market development, and/or account management experience in a US pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical organization. Extensive previous managerial experiences also required. Experience in CNS, rare disease, and pharmacy benefit products is ideal. Experience in product launches and with products in limited distribution model strongly preferred. OR

Master's degree in health policy, scientific related field or MBA preferred AND 10+ years of similar experience as noted above OR

PhD in related field preferred AND 7+ years of similar experience as noted above

Demonstrated capabilities in the areas of strategic thinking, initiative, problem solving and creativity with experience effectively applying those skills to product positioning and messaging

In-depth knowledge and understanding of the drug development, regulatory review and commercialization processes for specialty products, including limited distribution

Able to maintain a consistent focus in an ever changing environment ensuring strategic alignment for commercial success

Track record of successfully defining market issues and opportunities and developing successful Market Access marketing campaigns

Able to effectively represent the commercial perspective during Medical/Regulatory/Legal review of promotional/external facing materials with expertise using Veeva Vault Promo materials

Consistently demonstrates enthusiasm, confidence, and the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously, as well as prioritizes effectively to meet individual, team and company goals

Recognized as an internal thought leader with extensive technical and business expertise within a strategic organization

Applies in-depth knowledge of own function, business / commercial / scientific expertise to solve critical issues successfully and innovatively

Evaluates key business / scientific challenges and completes complex, ambiguous initiatives having cross-functional impact

Superior interpersonal skills, ability to understand perspectives, and effectively bridge significant differences across functional organizations, across cultural differences, and among executives

Strong team-orientation with the ability to influence, lead, negotiate and work effectively at all levels in a matrixed and multi-cultural environment

Highly communicative and maintains transparency both internally and externally

Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deliverables

Effective, confident, and inspiring leadership skills

Excellent verbal and written communication; presentation skills are required along with strong project and process management capabilities

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment , and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

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The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $201,700.00-$275,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 35% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Job details

Seniority
Director
Function
Marketing
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
US CA San Diego One Paseo, United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

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We currently track 146 comparable Director Marketing roles across 43 biopharma companies.

146Comparable roles tracked
136Currently active
43Companies hiring similar roles
13Countries represented

Salary context

78 of 146 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject $201,700/yr – $275,000/yr
Highest disclosed · Sr Director, DTP, HIV, Long-Acting Treatment · Gilead Sciences, Inc. $261,375/yr – $338,250/yr
Peer group range $167,375 – $299,813 (median $245,550)

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Canada2
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Director115
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Therapeutic area mix

39 of 146 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

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Cardiovascular / CVRM5
Immunology3
Gastroenterology3
Dermatology & Aesthetics2
Vaccines & Infectious Disease2
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