Company Overview
ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient’s natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. We envision a day when we no longer fear cancer, but can conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop novel therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient’s immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.

Why ImmunityBio?
• ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
• Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
• Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
• Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

The Senior Director, Market Access hires and leads the field-based market access team to obtain broad payer coverage, minimizing access barriers for N-803.  The role will be responsible for the management and oversight of all activities supporting compliance with government pricing calculations, state price transparency reporting, and government contracting while working cross-functionally with legal counsel, finance, trade & distribution, supply chain and market access. In addition, the Senior Director will have responsibility for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) programs, all interaction with the Medicare Administrative Contractors (MAC) and VA and DoD responsibilities, partnering with these groups.

Essential Functions

• Manage field based market access team in support of ImmunityBio’s goals inclusive of coaching, hiring and assessing performance of team members.
• Develop and strategize the execution of payer business plans while maintaining an agile mindset.
• Develop the long-term plan, launch plan and budget for market access
• Working with government pricing consultant lead on all activities that support government pricing calculation (ASP, MDRA, 340 B, FSS, and TRICARE), timely submissions, and government contracting
• Lead State Price Transparency reporting team ensuring timely compliance with all state requirements
• Lead cross-functional Government Pricing (GP) team; participate in other commercial pricing and contracting forums developing strategies for current & pipeline products
• Collaborate with government pricing consultant to develop and maintain policies, and procedures and best practices related to GP and rebate processing  
• Monitor external government policy developments to ensure continued compliance with all pricing regulations and potential impact of pending legislation  
• Participate and assist with gross to net team
• Recommend and assist with the implementation of systems and processes to continuously improve GP compliance  
• Pull through coverage and access criteria with Medicare (all MACs), all state Medicaid FFS, VA and DoD programs to ensure coverage and reimbursement for ImmunityBio products
• Develop and maintain relationships with key decision makers within government payers, who have responsibility for influencing policy decisions, local coverage determinations (LCDs), fee schedules, product coverage, and utilization management.
• Communicate to internal stakeholders, including sales team, all relevant & appropriate information regarding patient access to ImmunityBio products within government payers.
• Full compliance to all applicable laws and complies with ImmunityBio’s policies and procedures
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• BA in Business or Life Sciences; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the US pharma/biotech industry
• 10+ years of working with customers in a Market Access capacity
• Launch experience:  rare or orphan disease, urology, oncology preferred
• Proven track record of success in attracting, securing and developing access talent
• History of successful customer engagement particularly in government/public payer dominated markets

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to manage complexities and ambiguity in a fast-growing biotech environment
• Able to use teamwork to work cooperatively toward the most effective solutions, championing the best ideas of team members, and assisting where help is needed
• Able to work  independently when efficiency is required
• Able to collaborate with others
• Able to work in a dynamic, changing marketplace to meet corporate and patient needs is essential. 
• Embodies strong Ethics and Values
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Excellent verbal and written skills, allowing for an open and effective dialogue throughout the company
• Conducts self with high integrity, trust and ethical standards
• Must possess a strong sense of accountability
• Understanding of governmental policies and their implications on drug access
• Ability to anticipate issues and respond quickly, flexibly and creatively to solve problems and address challenges
• Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects
• Results-oriented individual who is highly motivated, decisive, flexible in thought, and has the creativity to excel in and contribute to a rapidly growing company.
• Forward thinking mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects, and identify and resolve issues

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• Field based
• Willingness to travel up to 60%

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The annual base pay range for this position is below.  The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$230,000 (entry-level qualifications) to $255,000 (highly experienced) annually

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options • Health and Financial Wellness Programs • Employer Assistance Program (EAP) • Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match • 529 Education Savings Program • Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks • Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays • Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO • Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day •  We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.

ImmunityBio is a mandatory vaccination employer for COVID-19 and its variants.   The Company requires that its employees be fully vaccinated as of their start date.  If you require a medical or religious accommodation we will engage in the interactive process with you.  Proof of vaccination will be required prior to start.  If we make you an offer and you are not yet vaccinated, we will accommodate a delay in start date.  ImmunityBio may also mandate that its employees receive vaccine boosters, and all accommodation laws will be followed.