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Senior Director, Marketing – Rare Neurology

Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. · Annapolis, Anne Arundel County

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Interview prep

Prepare to discuss rare-disease go-to-market, KOL engagement, and how you translate Phase 3 or real-world evidence into messaging. Cite Otsuka’s neurology and neuropsychiatry activity (e.g., Transcend Therapeutics acquisition coverage and neuro-drug IP news) without inventing product claims.

Fit summary

Best fit: proven marketing leaders in specialty or rare neurology (or adjacent CNS) who can lead brands inside a global pharma affiliate, collaborate tightly with medical/access, and operate from the Annapolis/Maryland area (not remote).

Day in the role

As Senior Director, Marketing – Rare Neurology at Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, you would own strategy and brand leadership for rare neurology assets: positioning, HCP and patient campaigns, cross-functional alignment with medical, access, and commercial teams, and launch or lifecycle planning grounded in clinical and regulatory realities.

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Is this role remote?

The listing marks remote as no; plan for presence tied to the Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Maryland location.

What does Otsuka do?

Otsuka Pharmaceutical is a Japan-headquartered pharma company (est. 1964); Otsuka America is its U.S. pharmaceutical business.

Any required certifications listed?

No certification family or resources were provided for this posting.

Company facts (cached)

Website: otsukaamericapharmaceutical.com

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. , abbreviated OPC, is a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo. The company was established on August 10, 1964.

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Join Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. as Senior Director, Marketing – Rare Neurology, based in Annapolis, Anne Arundel County. We're seeking an accomplished marketing leader to drive transformative strategies for breakthrough therapies in rare and ultra-rare neurological conditions, advancing our commitment to defying limitations for patients who need hope most. About the Role This full-time leadership position oversees both Marketing and Thought Leader Liaison functions for a distinctive neurology program. You'll shepherd initiatives from conception through market execution, tackling the unique challenges of rare disease commercialization where every patient decision and clinical partnership matters profoundly. What You'll Do Lead integrated marketing strategy for rare neurological conditions, balancing clinical complexity with patient access and physician engagement Direct the Thought Leader Liaison program, cultivating strategic relationships with key opinion leaders and medical experts in neurology Manage cross-functional teams including market research, communications, and medical affairs specialists to execute cohesive launch and growth plans Develop market analysis, competitive positioning, and key performance indicators specific to ultra-rare disease categories Build reimbursement and access strategies that address the distinctive barriers of rare neurological disease treatment Oversee marketing budgets and resource allocation to maximize impact and patient reach What We're Looking For Demonstrated expertise in rare disease marketing, preferably in neurology or similarly complex therapeutic areas Proven track record launching or scaling therapies for limited-patient populations Senior-level marketing leadership experience with ability to direct teams and influence at the executive level Deep understanding of the regulatory, payer, and physician dynamics unique to rare neurological disease Strategic mindset paired with strong execution skills and comfort operating in fast-moving, ambiguous environments Excellent cross-functional communication and stakeholder management across medical, commercial, and patient advocacy channels About Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. is committed to developing and delivering transformative medicines that address serious medical needs, with particular focus on rare and specialty disease categories where unmet patient needs are greatest. How to Apply To apply for this Senior Director, Marketing – Rare Neurology opportunity in Annapolis, submit your application through this listing.

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