Job Title - Market Access Strategist

Please note- this role is not able to offer Visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future

 In this role, you will: 

Develop Market Access Strategies
Shape formulary positioning, conduct payer segmentation, evaluate reimbursement pathways, and monitor competitive intelligence specific to generics.

Leverage Data Analytics & Modeling
Build and interpret demand forecasts, perform gross‑to‑net analyses, and evaluate real‑world evidence to support commercial and access decisions.

Create Dashboards & Visualizations
Design intuitive, insights‑driven dashboards for Commercial, HEOR, and Pricing teams using tools such as Tableau, Power BI, and Qlik.

Provide Payer Insights & Contracting Support
Analyze payer behavior, contract performance, and access barriers to guide contracting strategies and negotiation planning.

Collaborate Cross‑Functionally
Work closely with HEOR, Pricing, Sales, Regulatory, and Supply Chain teams to ensure alignment between market access strategies and overall business objectives.

Monitor the Competitive Landscape
Track approvals, patent expirations, and market trends to anticipate pricing shifts and maintain competitive advantage in the generics market.

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Parsippany, NJ. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.  

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations. 

What you need to have to be considered 

·       15 years in U.S. generics pharma with roles spanning market access commercial analytics and business insights.

·       Led data architecture for market access reporting integrating claims chargeback and distribution datasets.

·       Designed executive level dashboards that improved visibility into payer mix rebate exposure and product performance.

·       Supported launch planning for multiple generic products including pricing corridor analysis and payer pull through strategies.

·       Developed predictive models to assess the impact of competitor entries WAC changes and formulary exclusions.

Technical Skills

·       Tools: SQL Azure and AWS Datalake

·       Visualization Platforms: Tableau Power BI Qlik

·       Data Sources: IQVIA Symphony CMS claims datasets chargeback data

·       Market Access Knowledge Areas: GTN payer contracting GPO & formulary strategy Medicaid Medicare dynamics

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role. 

Salary and Other Compensation:  

Applications will be accepted until February 21, 2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $88,000 - $155,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

·       Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

·       Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

·       401(k) plan and contributions

·       Long-term/Short-term Disability

·       Paid Parental Leave

·       Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.