Associate Director, Health Systems Engagement and Congress Lead

Vertex US Distribution; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 163,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex is seeking an Associate Director of Health System Engagement & Congress Lead to shape strategy and drive execution for national HS congresses, speaker programs, and KTL insights in the US market. You will oversee agency partnerships, content, events, and advisory councils to support commercialization objectives for JOURNAVX.

The role requires 8+ years in healthcare/biopharma marketing or related fields, with a BA and preferably an MBA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years in healthcare/biopharmaceutical marketing, consulting, agency or equivalent.
• Experience developing communications/tactics in U.S. or global marketing and managing agency efforts.
• Experience with institutional and IDN marketing and/or sales.
• Early career experience as an individual contributor.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, strategy, and execution for HS Congress presence and activities for JOURNAVX.
• Lead strategy, content, and implementation of strategic account peer education programs.
• Recruit, contract, and manage Strategic Council for commercialization advice.
• Consolidate insights from roundtables, congress engagements, advisory boards and councils.
• Support planning and execution of strategic account led congresses.

Skills

Healthcare marketing

Strategic planning

Speaker programs

Agency management

KTL insights

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Job Description General Summary The Associate Director, Health System Engagement & Congress Lead is responsible for developing the strategy and execution for: all national Health System Congress promotional activities (sponsorships, booths, media, product theater, etc.), all commercial Health System speaker and peer education investment and programs (strategy, content, operations), and Health System KTL insight-seeking initiatives (strategic councils, advisory boards, KTL meetings) within the U.S. Commercial Pain Business Unit. Vertex recently launched JOURNAVX, an oral, non-opioid medication for the treatment of moderate-to-severe acute pain. Peer education is a highly important way to generate awareness, understanding and excitement across the nations largest and most complex Health Systems and hospitals.

The AD role manages strategic direction and day-to-day operations of all HS engagement activities (speaker program, congresses, KTL insights) and will also oversee the daily operating relationship and practices for agencies contracted to support the team. This role reports to the Director, Health Systems Marketing.

Specific Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, strategy, and execution for HS Congress presence and activities (e.g., exhibit, sponsorships, booth design, product theaters, advertising, et al.) for JOURNAVX within the U.S. Commercial Pain Business Unit
• Lead strategy, content and implementation of all strategic account peer education programs for JOURNAVX composed of field scheduled speaker programs, HQ-directed speaker events at congresses such as product theaters and other online opportunities as available
• Recruit, contract, and manage Strategic Council for ongoing commercialization advice across whole Health Systems team
• Consolidate insights across roundtables, congress engagements, advisory boards and strategic council for implementation by the HS marketing team
• Support the planning and execution of strategic account led congresses

Additional Information / Skills Needed

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• 8 + years of educational/work experience in healthcare/biopharmaceuticals in marketing, consulting, agency or an equivalent combination of experience and education
• Experience developing communications/tactics in U.S. or global marketing and managing agency efforts
• Experience with institutional and IDN marketing and/or sales
• Early career experience as a strong individual contributor in a professional work setting
• Pharmaceutical drug launch experience preferred
• Demonstrates strong understanding of health information technology, IDN systems, and institutional markets

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel 30%

Pay Range

Pay Range: $162,800 - $244,200 Disclosure Statement: The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.

Benefits

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation

Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select 2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility. Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

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Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]

Help Us Achieve Our Mission

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases and conditions. The company has approved therapies for cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia, acute pain and acromegaly, and it continues to advance clinical and research programs in these areas. Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including IgA nephropathy, neuropathic pain, APOL1-mediated kidney disease, primary membranous nephropathy, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, ACTH-dependent Cushing's syndrome, autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, type 1 diabetes, generalized myasthenia gravis, and myotonic dystrophy type 1. Vertex was founded in 1989 and has its global headquarters in Boston, with international headquarters in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 16 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For. For company updates and to learn more about Vertex's history of innovation, visit www.vrtx.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X

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We believe our culture is one of Vertex's greatest strengths and a key enabler of our ability to deliver transformative medicines for patients who need them. Rooted in innovation, purpose and collaboration, our culture empowers people to take smart risks, challenge conventional thinking and do their best work. The diversity of our people is central to that culture. By bringing together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, we foster an environment where new ideas thrive, better decisions are made and breakthrough innovation is possible. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included and connected to our shared mission, because we know that our unique culture and the collective strength of our people are what set Vertex apart.