Strategic Account Liaison, Rare Neurology

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.)

. Support the launch and ongoing growth of Otsuka’s Rare Neurology Franchise .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $157,700 - $252,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in navigating complex treatment logistics and developing strategic account plans within the Rare Neurology domain. Proficient in communicating clinical data and collaborating with healthcare providers to enhance patient support and access.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Rare Neurology ExperienceStrategic Account PlanningKOL EngagementPatient Journey MappingCross-Functional Team Coordination

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Hard Skills

Clinical Data CommunicationMarket Access PoliciesTreatment Pathway NavigationHospital Purchasing ProceduresReimbursement ProceduresPatient OnboardingGenetic TestingDisease Awareness EducationReferral Network DocumentationTherapy Initiation Barriers

Soft Skills

Relationship DevelopmentStakeholder EngagementCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Otsuka PlatformsMarket Intelligence Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Clinical Resources CertificationBusiness Acumen TrainingCompliance Training

Industry Keywords

BiotechPharmaRare DiseaseUltra-Rare DiseaseCAR-TGene TherapyCenters of ExcellenceIDN Navigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the launch and ongoing growth of Otsuka’s Rare Neurology Franchise
Communicate complex clinical data, protocols, screening and treatment pathways, market access policies, therapy access, and patient support information
Educate ALS Centers of Excellence, healthcare providers, and non-clinical stakeholders on disease awareness, screening, diagnosis, and treatment
Identify, develop, and maintain relationships with healthcare providers and key opinion leaders
Create positive prescribing experiences by communicating and pulling through access and patient support programs
Participate in conferences, congresses, and scientific meetings
Develop strategic account plans and use customer insights and market intelligence to drive regional strategy
Navigate ALS Centers of Excellence, identify stakeholders and contacts, document process flows, and advance Otsuka objectives
Navigate treatment logistics, site-of-care considerations, patient onboarding, and therapy initiation barriers
Partner with Market Access and Patient Support to compliantly remove therapy access barriers
Identify and document local referral networks and ALS referral patterns
Map patient journeys and formulate solutions for barriers to diagnosis, referral, genetic testing, counseling, and treatment
Collaborate with Thought Leads Liaisons, Medical Science Liaisons, Case Managers, leadership, and other cross-functional partners
Use Otsuka platforms and technology to document account contacts, IDN process flows, and community referral patterns
Attend meetings and training programs and implement brand strategy, messaging, disease-state, and customer-engagement tactics in the assigned region
Certify on approved clinical resources, messaging, business acumen training, compliance, and engagement policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Valid U.S. driver’s license and driving record in compliance with company standards
Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred 10+ (minimum 8) years of experience in Biotech/Pharma commercial field strategic roles
Experience in new product launches
Center of Excellence and IDN Navigation, including KOL engagement
Rare and/or Ultra-Rare Disease experience
Cross-functional field team coordination
Background in rare neurology, CAR-T, or Gene Therapy account management strongly preferred
Advanced clinical degrees prioritized but not required
Proven track record of success, including consistent high ranking (Top 30%) over minimum 2+ years or achievement awards
Must reside in Region
Ability to understand and articulate complex clinical data and outcomes
Experience developing strategic account plans using diverse data sources, customer feedback, and market intelligence
Experience with hospital purchasing, coding, and reimbursement procedures
Ability to navigate complex treatment logistics, patient onboarding, and therapy initiation barriers
Ability to map patient journeys, referral networks, and treatment pathways
Completion of required clinical, messaging, business acumen, compliance, and policy certifications/training

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Company-provided basic life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan assistance
Generous 401(k) match
Flexible time off
Paid holidays
Paid leave programs
Other company-provided benefits
Incentive opportunity