Blue Matter is a global consulting firm helping commercialize therapies that extend and improve human life. We've partnered with more than 350 pharmaceutical and biotechnology innovators worldwide to bring life-saving treatments to the patients who need them.If you're looking for a consulting career that offers more than a paycheck, Blue Matter might be the place for you. Our strong team orientation, commitment to excellence, and distinctive culture have built a fantastic place to work with one of the lowest turnover rates in the industry.Why Join Our Team?We've intentionally built something different from the traditional consulting firm. Joining us means working on therapies and technologies that change lives, pairing deep scientific knowledge with sharp strategic thinking to help biopharma innovators reach their full clinical and commercial potential.Our culture sets us apart. We learned long ago that happy, engaged team members produce the best outcomes for clients. Plus, creating a positive working environment is simply the right way to run a company. You'll feel respected, included, and genuinely heard as part of a tight-knit team that works well together and builds lasting friendships through volunteer activities, social events, and regular company gatherings.We actively welcome new perspectives. Bring forward a compelling idea, and you'll have the chance to pitch it. If the case is strong, then you might have the opportunity (and the resources) to turn it into reality, whether it’s a piece of thought leadership or an entirely new service offering.Career development here is more than a talking point. Transparent expectations, biannual performance reviews, and a dedicated Career Coach for every team member keep you moving forward. Blue Matter Academy (BMA) offers learning programs tailored to where you are in your career…and where you want to go.Because great work isn't tied to a location, you'll have the tools and flexibility to do your best work whether you're near one of our offices or fully remote, backed by competitive compensation and benefits that go beyond the standard package.We're always interested in connecting with talented candidates. If you don't see a current opening in your target location, check back as new roles open up.For career-related inquiries, contact HR@bluematterconsulting.com.Blue Matter is a rapidly growing management consultancy focused primarily in the biopharmaceutical industry. We partner with our clients to help them achieve commercial success across the lifecycle of their products and portfolios. Our project types include new product planning, launch strategy, portfolio planning, access and disease area strategy. The majority of our work is in specialty therapeutics, with oncology and rare diseases as specific areas of expertise.We have a unique entrepreneurial culture and invest in building Blue Matter to be one of the the best places to work. We have a strong global presence with offices in the US (San Francisco, New York, and Boston), Europe (London, Zurich, Netherlands), and India.Blue Matter’s policy strategy team helps life sciences clients both navigate and shape the US health policy environment. We translate policy developments into pricing, market access, and commercial strategy, and help clients design policy proposals, evidence-backed narratives, and advocacy strategies for policymaker audiences.This role sits at the intersection of US health policy and life sciences commercialization.As an Associate Principal with Blue Matter, you will join a fast-growing firm with a dynamic and seasoned team of consultants and have the opportunity to help grow and build the company. You will lead engagements that translate US health policy into commercial, access and advocacy strategy for biopharma clients across the product lifecycle.Primary ResponsibilitiesLead and manage project teams in the delivery of cross-functional projects at the intersection of US health policy and life sciences commercializationEngage with clients to frame policy implications for pricing, access, and reimbursement strategyLead and manage policy strategy engagements to help clients define their positions, prioritize issues, shape policy proposals and deploy policy communicationsSupport project leadership in the development of project objectives; develop and manage project plans and teamsIdentify required project tasks, assist project leads in assigning tasks to team members, and demonstrate accountability for ensuring task completionDesign, execute, analyze and synthesize primary and secondary research effortsIdentify key insights, recommendations, opportunities, and threats to inform corporate and commercial strategiesDevelop business and engage with senior-level clientsRecruit, develop and manage top talentIdentify business opportunities and support new business acquisitionDesired Experience and SkillsDemonstrated expertise with new client engagement and supporting business developmentDemonstrated ability to integrate health policy analysis into commercial decisions for life sciences clientsSubstantive command of US drug pricing, coverage, and reimbursement policy as it affects life sciences commercializationDeep understanding of insurance reform, PBM economics and provider landscape shiftsPrior experience in specialty therapeutic areas: Oncology, Immunology, Neurology, and/or Rare DiseasesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsPreferred QualificationsAdvanced degree(s) (PhD, MD, MBA, or MS)6+ years of life sciences consulting experience and/or biopharma industry experience or relevant trade associationPrior experience in a US health policy environment relevant to the life sciences industryDemonstrated health policy thought leadership is a strong plusCompensation & BenefitsBase salary range: $185,000 – $225,000 per year. Generous incentive compensation structure.Benefits:401k Plan - generous employer match with immediate vesting and financial planning resourcesComprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage options effective day 1 of employmentFlexible spending account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)Company paid insurances including Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance as well as additional voluntary optionsPaid parental leave for all new parentsHealth & Wellness Benefit (e.g., gym memberships; $1000 reimbursement annually)Employee Assistance ProgramGenerous paid time off including vacation, sick days, floating and company holidays
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