Location: Remote
Project Duration: 6–12 months (with possible extension)
Company: Leading Global Pharmaceutical Company
Project Overview:
We are seeking a Japanese-speaking Market Access Consultant to support evidence-based market access strategies and reimbursement submissions. The ideal candidate will have experience in Japanese healthcare and HTA systems and the ability to translate complex documents, presentations, and communications from Japanese to English for cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide expertise on Japanese market access, pricing, and reimbursement processes
Translate scientific, clinical, and market access documents from Japanese to English, ensuring accuracy and clarity for international stakeholders
Collaborate with Market Access, HEOR, and Medical Affairs teams to support global and regional access strategies
Support preparation of HTA submissions, payer dossiers, and stakeholder communications in Japan
Provide insights on local payer landscape, reimbursement trends, and pricing negotiations
Engage with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging across Japanese and global markets
Qualifications & Experience:
Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Health Economics, Market Access, or related field
5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical market access, ideally with exposure to Japanese HTA (e.g., MHLW, NHI) and payer processes
Fluent in Japanese and English, with professional translation experience
Strong understanding of healthcare systems, pricing, and reimbursement in Japan
Excellent communication, project management, and cross-cultural collaboration skills
Why Take This Role:
Flexible freelance engagement with exposure to high-impact global projects
Work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams across regions
Competitive daily or hourly rate based on experience
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