Director, US Secondary Data Analytics and Field Insights Job ID USDA

Ascendis Pharma Ascendis Pharma is a fast-growing biopharmaceutical company with locations in Denmark United States Germany United Kingdom Italy Spain and France. Guided by our core values of Patients Science and Passion we are applying our innovative TransCon technology platform to build a leading fully integrated biopharmaceutical company. We have a diverse pipeline designed to make a meaningful difference for patients.

At Ascendis we strive to make meaningful improvements in patients lives. We make business decisions on patients needs and we do our best every day to realize our products benefits for our patients. We are driven by patients science and data. We are dedicated to being curious and diligent when innovating developing and improving products and processes. We are passionate about realizing our shared vision and goals. We trust each others strengths and when we face challenges we remain optimistic and committed to working together as one team to achieve extraordinary results.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic Director of Secondary Data Analytics & Field Insights to manage commercial analytics efforts and shape go-to-market strategy through data-driven decision-making. This highly visible role bridges syndicated data analysis field insights and strategic business partnering to drive performance across Sales Marketing Patient services and Market Access functions.

You will serve as a trusted thought partner to US commercial leadership translating complex data into actionable strategies that improve targeting optimize sales execution and inform launch planning. As we continue to grow this individual will also play a pivotal role in shaping and mentoring a high-performing analytics team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Commercial and Field Analytics
• Analyze secondary data (IQVIA Symphony Komodo claims EMR SP data) to understand HCP behavior patient journeys market dynamics and brand performance
• Lead territory optimization and alignment sales force sizing/design incentive plan modeling alignments
• Inform customer segmentation targeting omnichannel engagement call planning and sales force deployment
• Prioritize and develop standard and ad hoc analysis to address key business questions
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Communication
• Develop structured feedback mechanisms from field teams and synthesize qualitative insights into actionable recommendations
• Partner closely with Sales Marketing Forecasting and Market research Market Access and Patient Services to ensure alignment between analytics and business needs
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Forecasting IT Market Research and external vendors to ensure data accuracy and consistency
• Strategic Insights and Innovation:
• Provide strategic recommendations through KPIs dashboards (Power BI) and other reports to track performance identify risks and optimize execution.
• Support brands by enabling data and insight driven decision making through scenario modeling forecasting inputs and competitive assessments
• Present insights and performance monitoring results for senior leadership to influence and drive business decisions
• Identify and implement new tools technologies and best practices to drive innovation in commercial analytics

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelors degree required; Masters degree (MS MBA) in a quantitative or healthcare-related discipline strongly preferred.

Specific Skills:

• 812 years of progressive experience in commercial analytics or insights within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
• Strong background in syndicated data (IQVIA Symphony Komodo) and patient-level claims/EMR analytics

• Advanced analytical skills with strong business acumen and the ability to synthesize insights into clear recommendations
• Experience in PowerBI and other data visualization platforms; SQL and Excel required R/Python a plus
• Proven ability to triangulate and synthesize complex data and insights to senior leaders in an effective way
• Experience building forecasting models to reconcile strategic drivers for near-term performance and other qualitative and quantitative modalities
• Exceptional data analysis skills with a deep understanding of market trends competitor landscapes and regulatory changes
• Strong communicator with experience presenting complex insights to senior leadership
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with teams
• Proactive detail-oriented and skilled in identifying risks and opportunities
• Continuous improvement mindset focused on enhancing forecasting methodologies and processes
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization
• Entrepreneurial highly accountable and adaptable to shifting priorities and ambiguity
• Knowledge of industry best practices with a passion for leveraging new tools and technologies to improve efficiency

Place of work: Princeton NJ. Hybrid model with an expectation of three days each week in-office for coordination and collaborative purposes.

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical dental and vision plans
• Company-offered Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Company-provided short and long-term disability benefits
• Unique offerings of Pet Insurance and Legal Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Professional Development
• Health Saving Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various incentive compensation plans
• Accident Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Mental Health resources
• Paid leave benefits for new parents

A note to recruiters:

We do not allow external search party solicitation. Presentation of candidates without written permission from the Ascendis Pharma Inc Human Resources team (specifically from: Talent Acquisition Partner or Human Resources Director) is not allowed. If this occurs your ownership of these candidates will not be acknowledged.

Required Experience:

Director