Rare Disease Field Launch Leader

Palvella Therapeutics; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Palvella Therapeutics is seeking a Rare Disease Specialist (RDS) to launch and grow Palvella’s first marketed product across targeted specialty offices and Vascular Anomaly Centers, delivering scientific and clinically focused messaging and patient access support.

You will develop a geography plan, collaborate with cross-functional teams, advance access, and ensure compliant, ethical engagement while traveling up to 50% within the assigned geography.

Qualifications

• 5 years of successful rare disease or related biotech/pharmaceutical sales experience.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% (domestic).
• Startup experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Launch, drive demand for Palvella’s first marketed product by engaging targeted specialty customers and providing scientific messaging.
• Develop and execute a geography business plan to expand account penetration and access.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align on growth strategies and opportunities.
• Build expertise in Palvella’s product, disease state, and market access to support appropriate use and peer development.
• Plan and execute territory- and national-level promotional programs to drive product adoption.
• Deliver exceptional account management including marketing support, reimbursement navigation, and compliant medical responses.
• Represent Palvella professionally, ethically, and in compliance with policies.

Skills

Results-driven

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Scientific communication

Startup mindset

Territory management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Palvella Therapeutics is seeking a Rare Disease Specialist (RDS) to launch and grow Palvella’s first marketed product across targeted specialty offices and Vascular Anomaly Centers, delivering scientific and clinically focused messaging and patient access support.

You will develop a geography plan, collaborate with cross-functional teams, advance access, and ensure compliant, ethical engagement while traveling up to 50% within the assigned geography.