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Associate Director, Brand Development and Launch Mood Disorder


Job Location:

San Diego, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 173900 - 238000
Posted: 3 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who We Are:

Neurocrine Biosciencesis a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological psychiatric endocrine and immunological disorders. The companys diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia chorea associated with Huntingtons disease classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome endometriosis* and uterine fibroids* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information visit and follow the company onLinkedInX Facebook and YouTube. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)



About the Role:
Responsible for supporting Health Care Professional (HCP) and patient marketing activities for Neurocrine products in the US. Contributes to the development and execution of brand strategies and promotional programs; collaborates closely with cross-functional partners to support successful commercialization and achievement of business objectives. Serves as a key member of the brand team leading major initiatives and driving execution of strategic priorities while providing subject matter expertise on the product market and treatment landscape.

Your Contributions (include but are not limited to):
  • Supports development and execution of the brands operational plan including annual business planning activities tactical implementation budgeting and marketing communications

  • Leads key components of brand strategy and commercialization efforts while ensuring alignment with broader brand objectives

  • Serves as a subject matter expert for assigned products market dynamics customer needs and treatment landscape

  • Partners closely with Medical Affairs Market Access Sales Legal Regulatory Commercial Operations Strategic Marketing and other cross-functional stakeholders to support implementation of brand strategies

  • Leads development and execution of innovative HCP and patient-focused promotional programs including personal and non-personal promotion digital initiatives and peer-to-peer education programs

  • Drives creation and execution of HCP and consumer-facing promotional materials and field resources

  • Analyzes market trends customer insights competitive intelligence and market research to identify opportunities and inform brand decisions

  • Serves as a marketing representative on promotional review activities and helps ensure promotional materials comply with legal regulatory ethical and company requirements

  • Manages agency partners and external vendors to ensure high-quality execution of marketing initiatives aligned with brand priorities

  • Supports management of brand budgets and monitors expenditures to ensure alignment with approved plans

  • Builds and maintains productive relationships with thought leaders advocacy organizations and professional groups to support brand objectives

  • Leads complex cross-functional projects with significant business impact and provides recommendations to address strategic and operational challenges.

  • May mentor less-experienced marketers and provide leadership across cross-functional project teams

  • Ensures compliance with all corporate policies regulations and applicable laws

  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
  • BS/BA degree in a scientific or business discipline AND 10 years of relevant experience including significant pharmaceutical marketing and/or sales experience with demonstrated success supporting brand strategy and commercialization initiatives. OR

  • Masters or MBA degree preferred AND 8 years of related experience OR

  • PhD AND 6 years of related experience

  • Strong understanding of pharmaceutical brand planning and commercialization processes

  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive alignment among stakeholders

  • Experience translating strategic objectives into effective tactical execution

  • Strong understanding of HCP and patient marketing channels including digital and omnichannel approaches

  • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced matrixed environment

  • Experience managing external agencies and vendor partners

  • Ability to travel up to 25%

  • Emerging internal thought leader with strong technical and business expertise within the commercial organization

  • Applies in-depth knowledge of brand management commercialization and pharmaceutical marketing to solve complex business issues.

  • Leads highly complex projects and initiatives requiring cross-functional collaboration and influence

  • Uses critical thinking analytical skills and sound judgment to evaluate business challenges and recommend solutions

  • Strong communication presentation project leadership and influencing skills.

  • Preferred experience includes:

  • Pharmaceutical brand marketing experience

  • Experience managing agency partners (creative media digital and market research)

  • Experience supporting product launches and/or major commercial initiatives

  • Prior leadership of cross-functional projects and teams

  • Previous people management experience desirable but not required

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging respect and empowerment and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications dont line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $173900.00-$238000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors such as primary work location complexity and responsibility of role job duties/requirements and relevant experience and addition this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match) paid vacation holiday and personal days paid caregiver/parental and medical leave and health benefits to include medical prescription drug dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Required Experience:

Director


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Neurocrine Biosciences is dedicated to providing breakthrough treatments for patients in need with rare and under-addressed diseases.

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