Axsome Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company leading a new era in the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) conditions. We deliver scientific breakthroughs by identifying critical gaps in care and develop differentiated products with a focus on novel mechanisms of action that enable meaningful advancements in patient outcomes. Our industry-leading neuroscience portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for major depressive disorder, excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea, and migraine, and multiple late-stage development programs addressing a broad range of serious neurological and psychiatric conditions that impact over 150 million people in the United States. Together, we are on a mission to solve some of the brain’s biggest problems so patients and their loved ones can flourish. For more information, please visit us at www.axsome.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

 About This Role 

Axsome Therapeutics is seeking a a dynamic and skilled Field Reimbursement Manager (FRM). This field-based role will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to eliminate access barriers, educate on prior authorization processes, and address roadblocks for eligible patients while enhancing conversion rates and treatment adherence.

The Field Reimbursement Manager will have responsibilities at a territory level and exhibit business knowledge of the local landscape. This is a field-based role and candidates must in their assigned geography. 

 Job Responsibilities and Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Educate customers and staff regarding payer policies and processes supporting patient access (i.e., eligibility and benefit verification, prior authorization, and appeals/denials)
• Ability to develop strong relationships with customers by understanding their needs and delivering solutions to overcome obstacles
• Expert on Axsome Therapeutics patient support programs, payer utilization management, access issue resolution, and financial assistance
• Collaborate effectively with Managed Markets and Sales to address challenges and opportunities with patient access
• Assist in educating sales colleagues on product access and patient support programs, as needed
• Develop and keep updated knowledge of the local and national payer landscape
• Proficient in both virtual and live customer engagements
• Communicate territory activity in an accurate and timely manner as directed by management
• Overnight travel as indicated by the needs of the business
• All reimbursement activities must be conducted and managed within all appropriate legal and regulatory guidelines and require continuous monitoring of compliance with such guidelines and laws
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements / Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree required; graduate degree preferred

• Minimum of 8 years of healthcare, field customer, and/or account management experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a minimum of 2 years as an FRM or RAM working specifically with retail medications (preferably with neurology experience) 
• Must live in the territory’s geography 
• Ability to travel up to 50-75% required, which may include overnight travel 

Experience, Knowledge and Skills 

• Current or recent CNS experience strongly preferred
• Experience and expertise working with multiple cross-functional teams
• Previous experience working in an entrepreneurial environment with launch experience is preferred
• Pharmacy benefit knowledge required, identifying, and educating to payer criteria for prior authorization
• Knowledge and understanding of payer segments (e.g., Commercial, Medicare Part D) required
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks concurrently under aggressive timelines in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated experience delivering outstanding results
• Ability to work independently, manage travel schedules, and schedule visits (territory management)
• Proficient in both virtual and live customer engagements

Salary & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this role is $130,000 - $170,000. We encourage candidates of all levels to apply as there may be flexibility on final job title and responsibilities. The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, internal equity and location. Axsome offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, significant equity and a generous benefits package. 

Axsome is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  

Axsome Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party recruitment agencies and will not pay placement fees for unsolicited candidates that are sent to hiring managers, the HR team or other Axsome team members. Only approved vendors who have been explicitly asked to support a specific search will receive access to our Applicant Tracking System to submit candidates for consideration. 

Axsome Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company leading a new era in the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) conditions. We deliver scientific breakthroughs by identifying critical gaps in care and develop differentiated products with a focus on novel mechanisms of action that enable meaningful advancements in patient outcomes. Our industry-leading neuroscience portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for major depressive disorder, excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea, and migraine, and multiple late-stage development programs addressing a broad range of serious neurological and psychiatric conditions that impact over 150 million people in the United States. Together, we are on a mission to solve some of the brain’s biggest problems so patients and their loved ones can flourish. For more information, please visit us at www.axsome.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

About This Role  

Axsome Therapeutics is seeking an Associate Director, Patient Services to lead the establishment and growth of a new Patient Services Hub. This role will work closely with the Director, Patient Services for developing, implementing, and overseeing all aspects of the Hub's operations, ensuring efficient and seamless patient access to therapies and support services. This role requires a strong leader to build and manage the hub team, foster collaborative relationships, and drive continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment. This role will have close collaboration among, and provide ad hoc support to, Field Access and Patient Service functions within the Market Access team, as related to the HUB. This role reports directly to the Director, Patient Services.   

This role is based at Axsome’s HQ in New York City with an on-site requirement of at least three days per week. We are unable to consider candidates who are looking for fully remote roles.  

Job Responsibilities and Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: 

Requirements / Qualifications 

• Support in the design, development, and implementation of the Patient Services Hub, including workflow creation, process optimization, and technology integration. 

• Develop and implement strategies to continually enhance the patient & provider experience and address patient needs effectively through regular intervals of bench marking and ATU research. 

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and patient information privacy policies, including HIPAA regulations. 

• Act as the primary point of contact for the HUB administrator and operations for Patient Services, ensuring high standards of service delivery, and maintaining optimal service levels. 

• Develop and monitor key performance metrics to assess program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. 

• Analyze program processes and provide recommendations for improving efficiency and reducing costs without compromising quality of care. 

• Plan and execute training programs for Hub staff and internal teams on new procedures, systems, and patient support strategies. 

• Develop and implement metrics and KPIs to measure Hub performance, patient satisfaction, and program effectiveness. 

• Monitor and analyze Hub performance data, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions as needed. 

• Collaborate with Field Reimbursement Managers and Market Access leadership on program needs across the portfolio. 

• Respond to and resolve broader and complex escalated issues. 

• In partnership with Director, develop and manage overall program improvements and optimizations across the portfolio. 
• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, entrepreneurial environment, adapting to change as needed. 

Requirements / Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree and 7+ years of experience in Patient Service HUB management within the biotech industry. 

• Relevant experience in leading patient support (HUB) programs and leading complex product launches within the patient support space 

• Experience in managing complex and dynamic projects, programs, and teams across a fast paced  
• Ability to work on site Monday, Tuesday & Thursday. We are unable to consider candidates who are looking for fully remote roles 

Experience, Knowledge and Skills 

• Analytical mindset and experience directing and managing activities that are critical to both the home office and field sales. 

• Strong understanding of industry trends in the pharmaceutical patient services landscape. 

• A problem-solving mindset with demonstrated “lean-forward” approach and ability to think critically. 

• Previous product launch experience, preferably in the CNS space. 
• Ability to influence decision makers and educate variety of internal audiences on complex concepts 

Salary & Benefits (HR will complete) 

The anticipated salary range for this role is $155,000 - $185,000. We encourage candidates of all levels to apply as there may be flexibility on final job title and responsibilities. The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, internal equity and location. Axsome offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, significant equity and a generous benefits package. 

Axsome is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  

Axsome Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party recruitment agencies and will not pay placement fees for unsolicited candidates that are sent to hiring managers, the HR team or other Axsome team members. Only approved vendors who have been explicitly asked to support a specific search will receive access to our Applicant Tracking System to submit candidates for consideration. 

Axsome Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company leading a new era in the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) conditions. We deliver scientific breakthroughs by identifying critical gaps in care and develop differentiated products with a focus on novel mechanisms of action that enable meaningful advancements in patient outcomes. Our industry-leading neuroscience portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for major depressive disorder, excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea, and migraine, and multiple late-stage development programs addressing a broad range of serious neurological and psychiatric conditions that impact over 150 million people in the United States. Together, we are on a mission to solve some of the brain’s biggest problems so patients and their loved ones can flourish. For more information, please visit us at www.axsome.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

About This Role 

Axsome Therapeutics is seeking a Director, Account Management to lead payer engagements and drive broad access for the company’s innovative medicines at launch and beyond. The Director, Account Management is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships at multiple Regional Payer and PBM accounts. This role requires the ability to understand and influence multiple stakeholders including Pharmacy Director, Medical Director, Clinical Pharmacy/Finance Directors and P&T members with the end goal of rapid formulary inclusion of launch products, ensuring easy and affordable access for patients. 

The Director, Account Management will develop and execute account specific strategies for multiple Regional Payer and PBM accounts. Internally, this role will collaborate cross functionally with Sales, Marketing, HEOR, Medical and Pricing & Contracting to ensure a balance between affordable and easy access for patients while meeting the Net Sales goals of the company. The Director, Account Management plays a critical role in the delivery of product value proposition that demonstrates the clinical and economic value of Axsome Therapeutics’ CNS products. 

This is a field-based position covering the South Region with a strong preference for candidates that live within the geography. Covered geography includes is but not limited to GA, AL, MS, LA, AR, OK and TX.

Job Responsibilities and Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Ensure disciplined and effective communication with key payer stakeholders and decision makers 

• Understand dynamics of Payer (PBM and Plan) relationships, and key decision makers 

• Network across the industry and each account 

• Execute the payer engagement strategy and leverage Payer Value Proposition to obtain appropriate access/formulary position among target accounts 

• Profile key payer accounts to assess formulary review process, formulary coverage policies, utilization management deployed for the applicable therapeutic areas, and geographic coverage areas 

• Identify and address potential barriers to access proactively to ensure launch product is well positioned for formulary and P&T reviews 

• Identify competitive threats and develop strategies to ensure optimal coverage for Axsome Therapeutics’ portfolio of products 

• Lead pull-though initiatives that capitalize on formulary wins and lead push-though efforts in areas with access challenges 

• Ensure compliance with Axsome Therapeutics’ corporate policies and procedures and U.S. healthcare laws and regulations 

Requirements / Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, economics, or health sciences 

• Minimum of 6 years of successful Payer Account Management experience required 

• Strong understanding of the payer landscape and how payer decision making impacts providers and their patients 

• Demonstrated experience gaining formulary access for a launch product at regional payer and PBM accounts     

Experience and Knowledge 

• Negotiation experience, preferably in competitive primary care therapeutic areas 

• Analytical mindset and history of leveraging HEOR data to articulate a value story that ensures rapid formulary coverage of launch products 

• A problem-solving mindset with demonstrated “lean-forward” approach and ability to think critically 

• Previous product launch experience, preferably in the CNS space 

• Familiarity with current legal and regulatory landscape pertinent to the industry 

• Previous experience at a small biopharmaceutical company  

Salary & Benefits 

The anticipated salary range for this role is $190,000 - $230,000. We encourage candidates of all levels to apply as there may be flexibility on final job title and responsibilities. The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, internal equity and location. Axsome offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, significant equity and a generous benefits package. 

Axsome is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

Axsome Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party recruitment agencies and will not pay placement fees for unsolicited candidates that are sent to hiring managers, the HR team or other Axsome team members. Only approved vendors who have been explicitly asked to support a specific search will receive access to our Applicant Tracking System to submit candidates for consideration.

Axsome Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company leading a new era in the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) conditions. We deliver scientific breakthroughs by identifying critical gaps in care and develop differentiated products with a focus on novel mechanisms of action that enable meaningful advancements in patient outcomes. Our industry-leading neuroscience portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for major depressive disorder, excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea, and migraine, and multiple late-stage development programs addressing a broad range of serious neurological and psychiatric conditions that impact over 150 million people in the United States. Together, we are on a mission to solve some of the brain’s biggest problems so patients and their loved ones can flourish. For more information, please visit us at www.axsome.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

 About This Role 

Axsome Therapeutics is seeking a a dynamic and skilled Field Reimbursement Manager (FRM). This field-based role will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to eliminate access barriers, educate on prior authorization processes, and address roadblocks for eligible patients while enhancing conversion rates and treatment adherence.

The Field Reimbursement Manager will have responsibilities at a territory level and exhibit business knowledge of the local landscape. This is a field-based role and candidates must in their assigned geography. 

 Job Responsibilities and Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Educate customers and staff regarding payer policies and processes supporting patient access (i.e., eligibility and benefit verification, prior authorization, and appeals/denials)
• Ability to develop strong relationships with customers by understanding their needs and delivering solutions to overcome obstacles
• Expert on Axsome Therapeutics patient support programs, payer utilization management, access issue resolution, and financial assistance
• Collaborate effectively with Managed Markets and Sales to address challenges and opportunities with patient access
• Assist in educating sales colleagues on product access and patient support programs, as needed
• Develop and keep updated knowledge of the local and national payer landscape
• Proficient in both virtual and live customer engagements
• Communicate territory activity in an accurate and timely manner as directed by management
• Overnight travel as indicated by the needs of the business
• All reimbursement activities must be conducted and managed within all appropriate legal and regulatory guidelines and require continuous monitoring of compliance with such guidelines and laws
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements / Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree required; graduate degree preferred

• Minimum of 8 years of healthcare, field customer, and/or account management experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a minimum of 2 years as an FRM or RAM working specifically with retail medications (preferably with neurology experience) 
• Must live in the territory’s geography 
• Ability to travel up to 50-75% required, which may include overnight travel 

Experience, Knowledge and Skills 

• Current or recent CNS experience strongly preferred
• Experience and expertise working with multiple cross-functional teams
• Previous experience working in an entrepreneurial environment with launch experience is preferred
• Pharmacy benefit knowledge required, identifying, and educating to payer criteria for prior authorization
• Knowledge and understanding of payer segments (e.g., Commercial, Medicare Part D) required
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks concurrently under aggressive timelines in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated experience delivering outstanding results
• Ability to work independently, manage travel schedules, and schedule visits (territory management)
• Proficient in both virtual and live customer engagements

Salary & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this role is $130,000 - $170,000. We encourage candidates of all levels to apply as there may be flexibility on final job title and responsibilities. The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, internal equity and location. Axsome offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, significant equity and a generous benefits package. 

Axsome is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  

Axsome Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party recruitment agencies and will not pay placement fees for unsolicited candidates that are sent to hiring managers, the HR team or other Axsome team members. Only approved vendors who have been explicitly asked to support a specific search will receive access to our Applicant Tracking System to submit candidates for consideration. 

Axsome Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company leading a new era in the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) conditions. We deliver scientific breakthroughs by identifying critical gaps in care and develop differentiated products with a focus on novel mechanisms of action that enable meaningful advancements in patient outcomes. Our industry-leading neuroscience portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for major depressive disorder, excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea, and migraine, and multiple late-stage development programs addressing a broad range of serious neurological and psychiatric conditions that impact over 150 million people in the United States. Together, we are on a mission to solve some of the brain’s biggest problems so patients and their loved ones can flourish. For more information, please visit us at www.axsome.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

About This Role:

Axsome Therapeutics is searching for a Field Reimbursement Director that will be responsible for successfully hiring and leading a newly created team of Field Reimbursement Managers that will partner with internal and external stakeholders to remove access barriers, provide pull-through and issue resolution. Upon hiring the FRM team, this role will be primarily responsible for the supervision and leadership of the FRM team.   

This is a cross-functional front-line leader role is field-based and will require travel to develop team and expand internal and external relationships. 

Job Responsibilities and Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Hire and lead FRM Region which includes driving results, coaching, developing team members, and managing performance  
• Attract, develop, empower, and retain people by rewarding and recognizing performance using innovative approaches to recognition and minimizing attrition  
• Develop and implement regional, territory, and account business plans utilizing the right balance of live/virtual interactions and the prioritization of efforts by the FRM team  
• Effectively plan, lead, and conduct plan of action and meetings with Market Access National Account Directors (NADs), Market Access Account Directors (ADs), and Patient Services  
• Consistently exemplify the ability to help FRMs improve their consultative skills, account management, and capabilities needed for success through coaching. Lead by example through coaching direct reports both in-person and through virtual engagements
• Establish positive working relationships and frequent communication with cross-functional members across the Region, including Sales and Market Access teams, as well as core internal stakeholders  
• Maintain required technical expertise to respond accurately to questions regarding payer access, policies, and business-related issues from customers and sales, as well as patient support solutions  
• Expert on Axsome Therapeutics patient support programs, payer utilization management, access issue resolution, and financial assistance  
• Advise in the development of tools and resources needed to support FRM team  
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all relevant compliance laws, policies and processes and ensure actions of self and team are fully compliant  
• Compliantly enable FRMs to work collaboratively with Managed Markets and Sales to resolve patient access obstacles and issues. Communicate access concerns and issues with appropriate internal stakeholders, including Managed Markets 
• Complete administrative duties in an accurate and timely fashion   
• Overnight travel as indicated by the needs of the business  
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements / Qualifications

• BA or BS required. Advanced degree preferred 
• Minimum of 10 years of healthcare, field customer and/or account management experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a minimum of 3 years in field leadership experience and/or payer account management with increasing responsibility and organizational leadership  
• Proven record of attracting, retaining, and developing top talent with ability to quickly assemble and develop a high performing experienced team  
• Previous experience working in an entrepreneurial environment with launch experience is preferred  
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, communication and leadership skills required  
• Experience and understanding of the ever-changing payer environment and its impact on patient access to medications  
• Must be an energetic, driven dynamic leader  
• Must live within the territory’s geography  
• Ability to travel up to 50-75% required, which will include overnight travel  
• All reimbursement activities must be conducted and managed within all appropriate legal and regulatory guidelines and require continuous monitoring of compliance with such guidelines and laws  

Experience and Knowledge:

• Current or recent CNS experience strongly preferred  
• Ability to run multiple tasks concurrently under aggressive timelines in a dynamic environment 
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills   
• Comfortable with uncertainty and lofty expectations  

Salary and Benefits:

The anticipated salary range for this role is $200,000 - $235,000. We encourage candidates of all levels to apply as there may be flexibility on final job title and responsibilities. The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, internal equity and location. Axsome offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, significant equity and a generous benefits package.

Axsome is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

Axsome Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party recruitment agencies and will not pay placement fees for unsolicited candidates that are sent to hiring managers, the HR team or other Axsome team members. Only approved vendors who have been explicitly asked to support a specific search will receive access to our Applicant Tracking System to submit candidates for consideration.

Axsome Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company leading a new era in the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) conditions. We deliver scientific breakthroughs by identifying critical gaps in care and develop differentiated products with a focus on novel mechanisms of action that enable meaningful advancements in patient outcomes. Our industry-leading neuroscience portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for major depressive disorder, excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea, and migraine, and multiple late-stage development programs addressing a broad range of serious neurological and psychiatric conditions that impact over 150 million people in the United States. Together, we are on a mission to solve some of the brain’s biggest problems so patients and their loved ones can flourish. For more information, please visit us at www.axsome.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

About This Role:

Axsome Therapeutics is searching for a Field Reimbursement Director that will be responsible for successfully hiring and leading a newly created team of Field Reimbursement Managers that will partner with internal and external stakeholders to remove access barriers, provide pull-through and issue resolution. Upon hiring the FRM team, this role will be primarily responsible for the supervision and leadership of the FRM team.   

This is a cross-functional front-line leader role is field-based and will require travel to develop team and expand internal and external relationships. 

Job Responsibilities and Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Hire and lead FRM Region which includes driving results, coaching, developing team members, and managing performance  
• Attract, develop, empower, and retain people by rewarding and recognizing performance using innovative approaches to recognition and minimizing attrition  
• Develop and implement regional, territory, and account business plans utilizing the right balance of live/virtual interactions and the prioritization of efforts by the FRM team  
• Effectively plan, lead, and conduct plan of action and meetings with Market Access National Account Directors (NADs), Market Access Account Directors (ADs), and Patient Services  
• Consistently exemplify the ability to help FRMs improve their consultative skills, account management, and capabilities needed for success through coaching. Lead by example through coaching direct reports both in-person and through virtual engagements
• Establish positive working relationships and frequent communication with cross-functional members across the Region, including Sales and Market Access teams, as well as core internal stakeholders  
• Maintain required technical expertise to respond accurately to questions regarding payer access, policies, and business-related issues from customers and sales, as well as patient support solutions  
• Expert on Axsome Therapeutics patient support programs, payer utilization management, access issue resolution, and financial assistance  
• Advise in the development of tools and resources needed to support FRM team  
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all relevant compliance laws, policies and processes and ensure actions of self and team are fully compliant  
• Compliantly enable FRMs to work collaboratively with Managed Markets and Sales to resolve patient access obstacles and issues. Communicate access concerns and issues with appropriate internal stakeholders, including Managed Markets 
• Complete administrative duties in an accurate and timely fashion   
• Overnight travel as indicated by the needs of the business  
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements / Qualifications

• BA or BS required. Advanced degree preferred 
• Minimum of 10 years of healthcare, field customer and/or account management experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a minimum of 3 years in field leadership experience and/or payer account management with increasing responsibility and organizational leadership  
• Proven record of attracting, retaining, and developing top talent with ability to quickly assemble and develop a high performing experienced team  
• Previous experience working in an entrepreneurial environment with launch experience is preferred  
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, communication and leadership skills required  
• Experience and understanding of the ever-changing payer environment and its impact on patient access to medications  
• Must be an energetic, driven dynamic leader  
• Must live within the territory’s geography  
• Ability to travel up to 50-75% required, which will include overnight travel  
• All reimbursement activities must be conducted and managed within all appropriate legal and regulatory guidelines and require continuous monitoring of compliance with such guidelines and laws  

Experience and Knowledge:

• Current or recent CNS experience strongly preferred  
• Ability to run multiple tasks concurrently under aggressive timelines in a dynamic environment 
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills   
• Comfortable with uncertainty and lofty expectations  

Salary and Benefits:

The anticipated salary range for this role is $200,000 - $235,000. We encourage candidates of all levels to apply as there may be flexibility on final job title and responsibilities. The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, internal equity and location. Axsome offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, significant equity and a generous benefits package.

Axsome is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

Axsome Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party recruitment agencies and will not pay placement fees for unsolicited candidates that are sent to hiring managers, the HR team or other Axsome team members. Only approved vendors who have been explicitly asked to support a specific search will receive access to our Applicant Tracking System to submit candidates for consideration.