Karl Magnussen
About Karl Magnussen
Karl Magnussen is the Director of Market Access Strategic National Accounts at Bristol Myers Squibb, with over 20 years of experience in healthcare and pharmaceuticals, particularly in oncology and market access roles.
Current Position at Bristol Myers Squibb
Karl Magnussen currently serves as the Director of Market Access Strategic National Accounts at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, he focuses on optimizing access and reimbursement strategies for the company’s pharmaceutical products across national accounts. Karl leverages his extensive experience in both the business and clinical aspects of healthcare to enhance market access for critical therapies.
Previous Roles at Bristol Myers Squibb
Before becoming the Director of Market Access Strategic National Accounts, Karl Magnussen held key roles at Bristol Myers Squibb. From 2018 to 2022, he was the Regional Market Access & Strategic Accounts lead for the Northeast. Prior to that, from 2016 to 2018, he served as the District Business Manager for the Immunology-Oncology division, focusing on the Northeast region. These positions involved developing and implementing strategic market access initiatives.
Professional Background in Pharmaceutical Industry
Karl Magnussen has a significant background in the pharmaceutical industry, having held multiple leadership roles. Before his tenure at Bristol Myers Squibb, he was a Regional Sales Manager and Executive Oncology Account Specialist at Teva Pharmaceuticals from 2012 to 2016. At Amgen, he held various roles including Health System Manager and Clinical Nurse Specialist, from 2003 to 2011. His experience spans across oncology and strategic market access, signifying his comprehensive expertise in these fields.
Clinical Background and Nursing Experience
Karl Magnussen initially built his career on a strong foundation in clinical nursing. From 2000 to 2003, he was the Nurse Manager for the Cancer Management Center and Pituitary Services at Holy Family Hospital in Methuen, MA. He later transitioned into pharmaceutical roles that combined his clinical experience with strategic market access responsibilities.
Educational Background
Karl Magnussen holds a Master’s degree in Regulatory Management from Regis College, which he completed from 2007 to 2010. He also has a Bachelor’s degree in Registered Nursing from UMass Boston. His educational background arms him with comprehensive knowledge in both the regulatory and clinical facets of healthcare, bolstering his roles in market access and strategic accounts.