Director, U.S. Neuroscience Pipeline & Established Brand Marketing in , us

Position Summary

We are seeking an innovative and strategic leader to serve as the Director, U.S. Neuroscience Pipeline & Established Brand Marketing. The role supports Otsuka's U.S. commercialization efforts by ensuring pipeline assets are positioned for long‑term success. Responsibilities include market assessment, competitive analysis, early brand strategy development, portfolio planning, and business development assessments to drive data‑driven investment decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct U.S. market assessments for Neuroscience pipeline assets, including epidemiology, patient segmentation, unmet need identification, and pricing/reimbursement landscape evaluation.
• Develop brand strategies for pipeline programs, including target product profiles (TPPs), value propositions, brand narratives, and differentiation strategies.
• Partner with Global and R&D teams to shape evidence plans, ensuring clinical, real‑world, and HEOR data needs are met.
• Support pre‑launch planning: patient journey mapping, early customer insights, initial access strategy considerations, and stakeholder engagement planning.
• Drive strategic marketing and lifecycle management for established Neuroscience brands, proactively planning for loss‑of‑exclusivity (LOE) scenarios to sustain value, optimize performance, and minimize revenue erosion.
• Collaborate with Business Development to assess external opportunities, providing input during due diligence, forecasting, and scenario modeling for potential assets or partnerships.
• Contribute to enterprise portfolio planning, ensuring investment decisions reflect market potential, risk assessment, and alignment with corporate strategy.
• Develop and refine U.S. commercial forecasts for pipeline assets in collaboration with insights, analytics, and finance partners.
• Champion data‑driven decision‑making to optimize portfolio value, identify risks and opportunities, and shape the long‑term Neuroscience therapeutic area strategy.

Qualifications & Key Competencies

• Top‑tier MBA/Ph.D. in Biology, Life Sciences or Medicine desirable.
• 10+ years in pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or healthcare consulting industry, inclusive of at least two different types of cross‑functional roles.
• 3+ years leading and translating an integrated product strategy requiring global and local alignment.
• Experience with U.S. market, launch and product lifecycle stages strongly preferred.
• Experience in established brand marketing or LOE planning strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret and synthesize pre‑clinical and clinical scientific data and identify broader implications for programs and specific opportunities.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in neurology, neurodegeneration, and/or neuropsychology strongly preferred.
• Experience in market forecasting, competitive analysis, and financial modeling.
• Working knowledge of the pharmaceutical R&D process including clinical trial design and evidence concepts.
• Cross‑functional leadership skills with the ability to collaborate with R&D, Business Development, and market access teams.
• Analytical mindset: interpret data and develop strategic recommendations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience in a matrixed environment, managing multiple priorities and cross‑functional initiatives.

Competencies

• Accountability for Results – Stay focused on key strategic objectives, maintain high standards of performance, and lead change.
• Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving – Make decisions considering long‑term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
• Patient & Customer Centricity – Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of customers and/or key stakeholders.
• Impactful Communication – Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect; influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
• Respectful Collaboration – Seek and value others’ perspectives, striving for diverse partnerships to enhance common goals.
• Empowered Development – Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.

Salary

Minimum $186,489.00 – Maximum $278,875.00, plus incentive opportunity. The range represents typical pay for U.S. hires and may vary based on experience, skills, and internal comparison.

Travel

Travel is expected up to 25% of the time based on business need.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company‑provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short‑term and long‑term insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, paid leave programs, and other company‑provided benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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