Lead, Upstream Marketing, IZERVAY

Lead, Upstream Marketing – IZERVAY

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

Purpose & Scope

The Lead, Upstream Marketing position will serve as the primary marketing lead responsible for driving awareness, identification, diagnosis, and referral of Geographic Atrophy (GA) patients within the community eye care setting. Reporting to the Lead, Patient & Upstream Marketing, this individual will develop and execute integrated healthcare professional marketing strategies focused on educating and engaging Optometrists and Comprehensive Ophthalmologists to appropriately identify patients with GA and facilitate timely referral to Retina specialists. This position is expected to operate with a high degree of independence, serving as a subject-matter expert for upstream HCP marketing and translating customer insights into strategic recommendations and execution.

The Lead, Upstream Marketing will be responsible for developing customer-centric messaging, channel strategies, and tactical plans that address barriers to diagnosis and referral while supporting the overall growth objectives of the IZERVAY brand. This individual will lead personal and non-personal promotion, peer-to-peer educational initiatives, congress strategy and execution, customer insight generation, and agen