Clinical Account Manager - Central Plains

Cogent Biosciences; Des Moines (IA); Remote; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision premiums

401(k) match with immediate vesting

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company is seeking a Clinical Account Manager to drive the launch of innovative therapies, including Bezuclastinib. This role involves managing territory accounts, developing relationships with healthcare professionals, and meeting sales targets. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in pharmaceutical sales, particularly in Rare Diseases and Oncology, and excellent communication skills. A competitive salary range of $200,000 - $240,000 is offered, alongside comprehensive benefits to support employees and their families.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical sales experience in Rare Disease/Oncology.
• Demonstrated ability to manage business relationships with external partners.
• Prior experience working in large accounts or hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage territory accounts by building relationships with physicians and healthcare professionals.
• Analyze business performance and execute comprehensive territory plans.
• Educate customers on clinical/disease/product knowledge.

Skills

Strong clinical selling skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Strategic thinking

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS or healthcare equivalent degree

Job description

Who We Are

Cogent Biosciences is a publicly traded biotechnology company focused on developing novel precision therapies to treat a broad range of patients with unmet medical needs. Cogent’s lead program, bezuclastinib, is designed to selectively and potently inhibit exon 17 mutations found within the KIT receptor tyrosine kinase, including KIT D816V. KIT D816V is responsible for driving a rare and serious condition called Systemic Mastocytosis, and exon 17 mutations are also found in patients with gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST), a type of cancer with strong dependence on oncogenic KIT signaling. Bezuclastinib has exhibited promising initial data across all three trials: APEX in AdvSM, SUMMIT in NonAdvSM and PEAK in GIST, including an encouraging safety profile across 600+ patients in single agent and combination dosing.

The Role:

The Clinical Account Manager (CAM) will serve as a critical member of the Customer Engagement Team and will have an exciting opportunity within Cogent to potentially launch Bezuclastinib in multiple indications across three disease states. The Clinical Account Manager will be responsible for meeting sales targets and utilizing all available resources while tailoring them to meet the customer's needs through a deep understanding of their requirements. Behaviors that are critical for success in this role are collaboration, communication, planning, relationship building, and the ability to execute tactical initiatives and provide timely feedback. CAMs will report directly to the Regional Business Director.

Responsibilities

• Holistically support and manage territory accounts by creating relationships with physicians, allied healthcare professionals (Advanced Practitioners, Nurses, Pharmacists), and business stakeholders (Office Practice Managers, Billers, etc.)
• Maintain a uniquely deep and nuanced understanding of territory, including Opinion Leaders (OL) and other influencers, treatment and utilization trends, payer and reimbursement dynamics, and competitive opportunities and challenges.
• Analyze business performance: Create and execute a comprehensive territory plan. This includes developing unique account plans, delivering branded sales messages, executing planned programs, scheduling and following up with medical education programs, and achieving or exceeding sales targets.
• Demonstrate clinical/disease/product expertise and deliver strategic customer education.
• Work closely with multiple Cogent internal stakeholders inside and outside the commercial organization to ensure strategic alignment and execution of key strategies/tactics to advance overall business objectives.
• Implement processes for appropriate patient identification and treatment management.
• Utilize internal relationships and develop external relationships with account stakeholders, including, but not limited to, HCPs and advanced practice providers, to service and manage accounts.
• Have a passion for our products through the entire sales cycle while always building our brand and never losing sight of how we serve patients.
• Leverage your passion for Oncology/Rare disease state awareness, industry, regulatory, and competitive changes to deliver agreed results.

Desired Experience/Education And Personal Attributes

• Ideal candidates have strong clinical selling skills, excellent communication/presentation skills, are effective working in teams and self-starters, as well as strategic and forward thinking.
• BA/BS or healthcare equivalent degree required.
• Minimum 5+ years of previous pharmaceutical, biotech, and/or medical sales experience with a strong preference for Rare Disease/Oncology/Hematology.
• Knowledge of the pharmaceutical marketplace and deep understanding of industry and broader trends in the healthcare landscape.
• Collaborative and organizationally savvy team player with a history of success in a matrixed setting.
• Strong negotiation, partnering, and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage business relationships with external strategic partners.
• Prior experience working in large accounts and/or hospitals required. Expert at navigating complexities and removing barriers to advance corporate objectives in service of patients, caregivers, and HCPs.
• Successful product launch experience preferred.
• Prior pharma/biotech startup experience preferred.
• Technologically savvy and committed to leveraging data and advanced analytics daily to drive business results.
• Ability to travel on a frequent overnight basis, with occasional weekend travel, depending on business needs.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have reliable access to a personal vehicle.

Salary Range

$200,000 - 240,000 USD

Our Locations

Waltham, MA: Our headquarters is located in the Greater Boston life sciences community, with an open, collaborative office environment designed to support teamwork and connection. Employees benefit from convenient on-site amenities, including free on-site parking and gym facilities in the building.

Boulder, CO: Our Boulder location is home to Cogent’s discovery research organization and a key scientific hub with strong leadership based on site. Situated in the greater Denver-Boulder biopharmaceutical corridor, this office plays a central role in advancing our discovery efforts and pipeline.

Our Offer To You

At Cogent Biosciences, we offer a competitive salary, bonus, and ongoing stock awards, alongside a benefits package that sets us apart. We cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your family, and help reduce out-of-pocket costs by funding up to 75% of in-network deductibles. Our benefits also include a 401(k) match with immediate vesting, generous paid time off, 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, paid family and medical leave for all employees regardless of location, and company-paid short-term disability coverage for up to 20 weeks. Additional perks like wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and inclusive family-forming support help you thrive at work and beyond.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to have a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.