Vice President, Marketing
About the role
The Vice President, Head of Marketing will lead the development and execution of EyePoint Pharmaceuticals' U.S. promotional strategy for DURAVYU™ (vorolanib intravitreal insert) across HCP, peer-to-peer, and patient marketing channels in preparation for the anticipated wAMD launch.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute the comprehensive US promotional launch plan for DURAVYU in wet AMD.
Lead the integrated commercial marketing plan across HCP, peer-to-peer, and patient channels.
Create and manage launch timelines, resource plans, and pivotal milestone tracking.
Cross-functionally coordinate launch readiness activities with Sales, Market Access, Medical Affairs, and Supply Chain.
Monitor market dynamics, competitive activity, and clinical data readouts to adapt strategy in real time.
Develop pre-launch, launch, and post-launch marketing plans aligned with regulatory and clinical milestones.
Marketing Organization Leadership
Build and scale the internal marketing organization from pre-launch to commercial execution.
Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing team spanning HCP marketing, peer-to-peer marketing, and patient marketing.
Establish a culture of innovation, accountability, data-driven decision-making, and operational excellence.
Mentor and develop direct reports and broader team members.
Manage the marketing budget and ensure optimal resource allocation across functional areas.
Brand Strategy & Differentiation
Craft and execute a differentiated brand positioning for DURAVYU in a crowded retina landscape.
Develop messaging and campaigns that highlight DURAVYU's unique MOA and clinical evidence.
Establish DURAVYU's identity in a market of anti-VEGFs, other TKIs, and emerging gene therapies.
Ensure consistency and impact of brand messaging across all promotional channels and customer touchpoints.
Lead competitive positioning and response strategy.
Strategic Commercial Leadership
Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Market Access, Medical Affairs, and the CCO to ensure marketing strategy is aligned with field execution, payer strategy, and clinical milestones.
Provide marketing insights to inform sales force deployment, payer contracting, and distribution strategy.
Represent EyePoint externally at key retina congresses and industry meetings.
Present marketing strategy and performance to the Executive Committee and Board of Directors.
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure all promotional materials and programs comply with FDA regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
Partner with Legal and Compliance on promotional review processes.
Maintain adherence to all healthcare compliance policies.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Life Sciences, or related field.
MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.
15+ years of progressive pharmaceutical or biotechnology commercial and marketing experience.
Significant expertise in US pharmaceutical launch strategy, brand strategy, and cross-functional commercial leadership.
Demonstrated success building and leading marketing organizations through product launch and commercialization.
Experience in buy-and-bill, physician-administered specialty therapeutics, retina experience preferred.
Deep understanding of HCP marketing, peer-to-peer marketing, and patient marketing disciplines.
Proven ability to develop and execute differentiated brand positioning in competitive specialty markets.
Experience managing large marketing budgets and agency relationships.
Knowledge & Capabilities
Deep understanding of the retina disease area, physician mindset, and treatment paradigm.
Expertise in multichannel pharmaceutical marketing and digital engagement.
Strong analytical, strategic, and leadership capabilities.
Exceptional executive presence and communication skills.
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-growing biotechnology environment.
Preferred Experience
Ophthalmology or retinal disease market experience.
Experience launching first-in-class or novel mechanism therapies.
Biotechnology launch experience within a pre-commercial or emerging-growth organization.
Success Measures
Successful commercial launch and sustained market uptake for DURAVYU.
Achievement of marketing objectives aligned to launch milestones and revenue targets.
Differentiation and recognition of DURAVYU brand among retina HCPs and patients.
Marketing organization development, talent retention, and team performance.
Operational excellence and compliance across all promotional programs.
Cross-functional collaboration effectiveness and Commercial Leadership Team contribution.
Budget management and marketing ROI optimization.