Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Servier Pharmaceuticals
Job overview
The Associate Director, Public Affairs & Policy at Servier Pharmaceuticals is a key role supporting policy and public affairs to improve access to therapies and influence healthcare policy in the US.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves monitoring federal and state policy changes, collaborating with internal teams to guide policy initiatives, representing Servier at public affairs events, supporting policy strategy development, and engaging with policymakers and trade associations.
Experience and skills
Requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) with at least 7 years of experience in federal/state health policy, expertise in Medicare, Medicaid, drug pricing, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience in healthcare legislation and pharmaceutical lifecycle.
Work environment and culture
Servier emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an equitable and innovative work environment with remote work options and some travel.
Company information
Servier Pharmaceuticals is a Boston-based, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company launched in 2018, focused on advancing science and underserved therapeutic areas as a privately held organization.
Team overview
The role is part of the Public Affairs and Policy team, working closely with Market Access, Communications, and Regulatory Affairs colleagues across the company.
Job location and travel
The position is remote eligible from Washington, DC with approximately 20% travel required, based in the US.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines healthcare policy expertise with corporate social responsibility strategy and active engagement in trade associations and policymaker advocacy.
Company overview
Servier Pharmaceuticals is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in France, specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative medicines. They focus on therapeutic areas such as oncology, cardiology, diabetes, and neuropsychiatric disorders. Founded in 1954 by Dr. Jacques Servier, the company has grown through significant investments in research and development, resulting in a robust pipeline of drugs and treatments. Servier generates revenue through the sale of prescription medications and ongoing partnerships with other biotech firms and research institutions.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your expertise in federal and state health policy, especially your knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, drug pricing, and reimbursement policy as these are central to the Associate Director role at Servier Pharmaceuticals.
Emphasize your experience in analyzing and responding to evolving healthcare legislation and policy trends, such as the Inflation Reduction Act, and your ability to communicate complex policy issues clearly to diverse stakeholders.
Apply through multiple platforms including Servier Pharmaceuticals' official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and application reach for this position.
Connect with current employees in the Public Affairs and Policy division at Servier Pharmaceuticals on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent policy changes they might be involved with or expressing genuine interest in how Servier is advancing patient access through policy.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'health policy,' 'reimbursement,' 'Medicare,' 'Medicaid,' 'drug pricing,' 'policy strategy,' and 'cross-functional collaboration' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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