Director – Government Affairs

Director – Government Affairs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in political science, Public Policy, Public Health, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 7-8 years of experience in US Government Affairs on the state level with a focus on healthcare or life sciences in California or Texas.
• Strong working knowledge of Medicaid coverage and funding mechanisms.
• Experience in laboratory, genomics, and/or rare disease is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the GeneDx government affairs strategy across the Western US to secure and expand coverage and reimbursement for GeneDx genetic testing services through federal and state legislative channels.
• Serve as the GeneDx government affairs subject matter expert both within and outside the Market Access Team, partnering closely with Market Access, Sales, and Medical Affairs colleagues to accelerate their pursuit of expanded access and reimbursement.
• Build and nurture relationships with government officials, legislators, and industry groups to advocate for policies that improve access and expand GeneDx’s presence in the genomic testing market.
• Serve as GeneDx’s representative in key policy discussions with lawmakers, ensuring the company’s interests in access, reimbursement, and market growth are prioritized.
• Retain and manage relationships with lobbyists in key states to drive GeneDx’s legislative and policy goals with in-state counsel.
• Proactively track key bills and the implementation of relevant laws, informing all areas of the company about the expected impact.
• Collaborate with patient advocacy organizations, professional societies, industry partners, and healthcare providers to support and influence policy initiatives that enhance patient access and expand market opportunities for GeneDx’s services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory, genomics, and/or rare disease is highly preferred.