Director ARD (MLB-Calci) - East

BridgeBio Pharma

10d

About The Position

Mavericks Wanted When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible. Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work. What You'll Do BridgeBio is seeking a Director, Access & Reimbursement – Rare Disease to provide leadership and strategic oversight for field-based access and reimbursement activities across a rare disease portfolio. This role is designed as a leadership-focused position with player-coach responsibilities, supporting team development and selective hands-on involvement in complex access situations. The Director, Access & Reimbursement will lead a team of Access & Reimbursement professionals (ARDs) responsible for executing provider-facing reimbursement education, identifying access barriers, and supporting compliant patient access solutions. The role requires strong people leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and deep expertise in U.S. reimbursement pathways. This position reports into Market Access / Patient Services leadership and works closely with Commercial, Medical, Compliance, Legal, Trade, and Patient Services teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
8–10+ years of experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry with a focus on reimbursement, market access, or patient services
Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, or developing field-based access or reimbursement teams
Strong understanding of U.S. payer environments, including commercial and government plans
Experience working with specialty pharmacies and patient services hubs

Nice To Haves

MBA or RN preferred
Rare disease experience
Product launch experience
You have demonstrated curiosity and adaptability in adopting AI-powered tools and technologies

Responsibilities

Lead and execute access and reimbursement strategy aligned with BridgeBio objective
Provide strategic direction and oversight for provider-facing reimbursement and access support
Identify access challenges across payer environments and drive compliant solutions
Serve as a senior subject matter expert on payer coverage, prior authorization, appeals, and reimbursement pathways
Lead, coach, and develop a team of Access & Reimbursement professionals (ARDs
Establish performance expectations, provide ongoing feedback, and support professional development
Ensure consistent execution of access processes, tools, and compliance standards
Foster a collaborative, patient-focused, and accountable team culture
Maintain selective involvement in high-priority, complex, or escalated access and reimbursement cases
Provide hands-on expertise in challenging situations where senior leadership support is required
Model best-in-class, compliant field execution for the team
Partner with Commercial, Medical, Patient Services, Compliance, Legal, Trade, and Market Access teams
Share de-identified field insights related to payer trends, access barriers, and process gaps
Contribute to the development and refinement of access strategies, tools, and field materials
Ensure all access and reimbursement activities adhere to company policies and applicable laws, including HIPAA and OIG guidance
Maintain appropriate handling of patient information and ensure compliant, non-promotional engagement
Serve as a role model for ethical behavior and compliance standards

Benefits

Market-leading compensation
401(k) with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Pre-tax commuter benefits (transit and parking)
Referral bonus for hired candidates
Subsidized lunch and parking on in-office days
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents
Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Fertility & family-forming benefits
Expanded mental health support (therapy and coaching resources)
Hybrid work model with flexibility
Flexible, “take-what-you-need” paid time off and company-paid holidays
Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave to care for yourself and your family
People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility
We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, & BetterUp Coaching
We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities