Jens Torup østby
About Jens Torup østby
Jens Torup Østby is the Director of Market Access and Governmental Affairs, Norway at Bristol Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in health economics and outcomes research.
Current Position at Bristol Myers Squibb
Jens Torup østby currently holds the position of Director Market Access and Governmental Affairs, Norway at Bristol Myers Squibb, based in Oslo. In this role, he is responsible for shaping market access strategies and managing governmental affairs in Norway. His work directly impacts the company's ability to navigate the complex biopharmaceutical landscape in the region.
Professional Experience at Biogen
Jens Torup østby served as Director, Head of Market Access & Governmental Affairs Norway at Biogen from 2020 to 2024. In this role, he led initiatives to facilitate market entry and ensure the governmental compliance of Biogen's products. His tenure at Biogen spanned four years, during which he handled responsibilities related to market access and managing government relations in Norway.
Pfizer Roles and Responsibilities
Jens Torup østby has a rich history with Pfizer, where he worked in multiple roles over several years. He served as Director, Health Economics & Outcomes Research Lead, Academy, AfME & Europe from 2019 to 2020. Prior to this, he was Senior Health Economics Manager, Outcomes Research Manager, Market Access Manager/Health Economist, and Trade & Demand Manager in the Oslo area. His responsibilities at Pfizer included leading health economics initiatives and managing market access strategies.
Educational Background at University of Oslo
Jens Torup østby has a strong academic background from the University of Oslo. He earned a Master of Philosophy in Economics from 2011 to 2013, following a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from 2008 to 2011. Additionally, he studied Political Science for a year from 2007 to 2008. His education has provided him with a deep understanding of economics and political science, which he has applied throughout his career.
Early Career and Military Service
In the early stages of his career, Jens Torup østby completed a Master Thesis Assignment at Riksrevisjonen, the Office of the Auditor General of Norway, from 2012 to 2013. Before that, he fulfilled his military service in His Majesty the King’s Guard, a prestigious unit in the Norwegian Army, from 2005 to 2006. These roles provided Jens with discipline and analytical skills that have benefitted his subsequent career.