MapLight Therapeutics, Inc. · 16 hours ago
Vice President, Commercial Strategy
Redwood City, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$275K/yr - $340K/yr
15+ years expMapLight Therapeutics is a clinical stage biotech company focused on drug discovery for central nervous system disorders. The VP of Commercial Strategy will lead the crafting and execution of the commercial strategy for a portfolio of late-stage and early-stage assets, working closely with various teams to ensure strategic alignment and operational execution.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyLife ScienceMedical
Responsibilities
Lead commercial strategy and launch planning for MapLight’s lead program by developing a fully integrated plan across multiple indications
Work closely with the executive team to define go-to-market strategy and long-term commercial infrastructure planning
Develop and refine brand strategy including positioning, messaging and promotional plans in coordination with key stakeholders
Develop robust market access strategies, including pricing, reimbursement, and health economics outcomes research (HEOR) plans
Drive launch readiness planning in collaboration with other functions (e.g., clinical, medical affairs, regulatory, and CMC)
Build and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including KOLs, patient advocacy groups, and industry associations
Continuously monitor market trends and competitive developments to translate into actionable commercial strategies
Lead commercial input into lifecycle management and pipeline development strategies
Manage commercial budgets and resource planning
Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing commercial strategy team
Qualification
Required
15+ years of progressive experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry with a strong background in developing product launch strategies
Experience leading commercial planning prior to product approval, particularly within psychiatry and neurology areas
Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical development and commercialization process, market access dynamics, pricing strategies, and regulatory environment
Strong analytical skills and experience with market forecasting, financial modeling, and competitive intelligence
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex strategies and insights clearly and persuasively
Strong leadership presence, strategic mindset, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree (Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.D. or equivalent) preferred
Benefits
Annual bonus opportunity
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D
Short term and long term disability
401(K) plan with match
Stock options
Flexible non-accrual paid time off
Parental leave
Company
MapLight Therapeutics, Inc.
Maplight is a biopharmaceutical company discovering and developing novel therapeutics for patients with disorders of the central nervous system (CNS).
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$640.6MKey Investors
Michael J. Fox Foundation
2025-10-27IPO
2025-07-28Series D· $372.5M
2023-10-30Series C· $225M
Leadership Team
Vishwas Setia
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-06
2026-01-06
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