Executive Director, Patient Access & Support

Immatics • Houston, TX

3h • Remote

About The Position

Join Immatics and shape the future of cancer immunotherapy; one patient at a time! Immatics is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients with cancer. We are the global leader in precision targeting of PRAME, a target expressed in more than 50 cancers. Our cutting-edge science and robust clinical pipeline form the broadest PRAME franchise with the most PRAME indications and modalities, spanning TCR T-cell therapies and TCR bispecifics. Innovative Environment: Help to pioneer advancements in cancer immunotherapy. Collaborative Culture: Be part of a diverse team dedicated to your professional growth. Global Impact: Contribute to therapies that make a lasting impact on patients globally. We are seeking an experienced and strategic Executive Director, Patient Access & Support to lead the design, launch, and execution of patient access and support programs for our emerging cell therapy portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• 15+ years of progressive experience across Patient Support, Market Access, Trade, or related commercialization functions
• Proven experience leading Patient Support strategy and execution for specialty, rare disease, cell and/or gene therapy product launches
• Deep understanding of the patient access ecosystem, including hub services, field reimbursement, prior authorization, copay, and patient assistance programs
• Experience evaluating, implementing, and optimizing patient support technologies, including CRM and case management systems
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results in matrixed organizations.
• Strong understanding of compliance requirements, including HIPAA, Anti-Kickback Statute, and applicable U.S. regulations
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders ranging from patients and providers to executive leadership

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MBA, MPH, or equivalent preferred)

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the patient access and support strategy for Immatics' cell and gene therapy portfolio.
• Build and lead patient support programs that facilitate timely therapy access and deliver an exceptional patient and provider experience.
• Establish scalable operating models, processes, and capabilities to support commercial launch readiness.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure seamless patient journey coordination.
• Oversee patient navigation, reimbursement support, financial assistance, and access-related operations.
• Drive launch planning and execution, ensuring operational readiness and alignment with commercialization objectives.
• Develop performance metrics, governance structures, and continuous improvement initiatives to measure program effectiveness and patient outcomes.
• Serve as a key strategic advisor and leader within the broader Market Access organization.

Benefits

• Competitive rates for Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 4 weeks of vacation, granted up front each year and prorated for first and last year of employment.
• 12 company paid holidays
• 7 days of sick time
• 100% employer-paid life insurance up to 1x annual salary, up to one hundred thousand dollars
• 100% employer-paid short- and Long-Term disability coverage
• 401(k) with immediate eligibility and company match
• Partially paid parental leave for eligible employees.
• Additional voluntary employee-paid benefits and services, including accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance, as well as identity theft protection and pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive