Associate Director, US Clinical Training and Development

Introduction to role

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of biopharmaceuticals? As the Associate Director, Clinical Training and Development, you will play a crucial role within the US Alexion RDU organization. Your mission will be to develop and ensure that all US training content aligns with the latest commercial strategies and clinical advancements. Reporting to the Head of Clinical Training and Development, you will lead updates for US training content and create a role-specific training platform for current and future indications.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Developing and delivering clinical training curriculums in conjunction with the Therapeutic Area teams
• Managing external training vendors in the creation of training content
• Creating and executing role-specific training for the US commercial organization
• Creating and executing selling skills content training for the US field sales teams
• Performing Clinical Excellence training for the US commercial leadership team
• Updating new-hire and advanced training resources for US field sales organization and internal commercial teams
• Conducting new-hire and ongoing training classes for field-facing commercial roles and other internal Alexion staff
• Adding creative value to the training team based on career experiences in sales training & leadership
• Working collaboratively with field-based trainers and management team to coordinate delivery of Alexion’s training program for new hires in field sales organization and internal commercial teams
• Conducting field rides with members of field sales organization
• Providing in-the-field coaching to supplement the efforts of RSDs
• Representing/navigating training initiatives as necessary through medical/legal/regulatory approval process
• Working cross-functionally with marketing, medical affairs, clinical, Patient Services etc. to better understand market factors and develop new and revise subsequent training initiatives as needed
• Measuring outcomes of training initiatives and creating plans for continuous improvement
• Reporting any Pharmacovigilance Event eventually discussed during the trainings

Essential Skills/Experience:

• B.A./B.S degree
• 5+ years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry or equivalent
• Ability to work effectively in the cross-functional environment as well as independently on a consistent basis
• Ability to develop strong, professional relationships
• The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment. As is typical of an office-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Business or scientific degree preferred
• 3+ years of sales experience in the biopharmaceutical industry
• Proven track record for delivering strong, consistent results during sales experience
• Sales and product launching training experience in the biopharmaceutical industry preferred
• Experience in specialty injectable/infusion markets, including hospital selling experience, with orphan drug experience

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At Alexion, we believe in defining unique careers while enjoying the entrepreneurial spirit and autonomy of a leading biotech. Our commitment to high standards ensures we protect our patients, people, and planet. We support you in building the career you desire, encouraging ownership, skill development, and expanding your capabilities.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our team!

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