Rare Disease Specialist - Wisconsin Territory

Soleno Therapeutics, Inc.; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Soleno Therapeutics, Inc. seeks a Rare Disease Specialist to propel year two commercialization of DCCR for Prader-Willi syndrome.

You will engage with healthcare professionals, caregivers, and families, fostering trust and education on Soleno’s therapies while expanding access in your territory. The role covers Wisconsin, Iowa, and eastern Nebraska (Omaha and Lincoln) with significant field activity and collaboration across Commercial, Medical, and Patient Services teams to meet quarterly/annual

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 5–7 years in pharmaceutical sales with launch experience favored.
• Travel up to 60% and ability to work in a startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Engage with healthcare professionals and caregivers to build market development and drive territory strategy.
• Develop and execute a territory plan; conduct regular field visits and post-call analysis.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to align sales activities with product launches and patient access programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Influence skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Rare Disease Specialist - Wisconsin Territory

About Soleno Therapeutics Inc

Soleno is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel therapeutics for the treatment of rare diseases based in Redwood City, CA.

At Soleno, we are driven by the unique and multi-faceted needs of the PWS community. Like these individuals, resilience is part of who we are – it is in our chromosomes – and our team is made up of exceptional colleagues whose collective efforts are woven together to deliver meaningful outcomes, both professionally and for those living with PWS.

We value collaboration, integrity, and respect. These characteristics have allowed us to forge strong, authentic bonds with the caregivers, patients, health care professionals (HCPs) and community members we serve. We are proud to work alongsidethem every step of the way.

Our employees are our greatest asset, and we're expanding across functions during this pivotal time. We invite you to join us in making an impact—and making history. We all share the most important goal of bringing solutions to the PWS community.

Summary of Job (brief description)

The Rare Disease Specialist role at Soleno will drive year two commercialization of DCCR and sales initiatives of Soleno’s leading product candidate, DCCR, for the treatment of Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS). You will engage with healthcare professionals at multiple points-of-call and be a familiar and compassionate resource to caregivers and families managing the complex challenges of PWS, building trust and long-term relationships while providing education on Soleno’s therapies. By understanding the unique physical, emotional, and psychological difficulties faced by PWS patients and their caregivers, you'll play a crucial role in supporting their care with empathy and dedication.

Territory: Wisconsin and Iowa and eastern Nebraska including Omaha and Lincoln.

Responsibilities

• Engage a well-defined pool of caregivers and medical specialists to build market development, raise brand awareness, and execute a territory strategy/account plan with precision, ensuring product success through launch and beyond.
• Develop a territory strategy that is rooted in nurturing existing relationships and raising awareness.
• Conduct regular field visits to ensure effective communication and address any issues that arise.
• Engage providers and drive awareness across multiple points of call, including to specialists in neurology, endocrinology, and psychiatry.
• Work to ensure that new and existing patients are identified and enrolled in treatment programs.
• Segment clinics and identify key shareholders within target institutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with HCPs, office staff, caregivers, and families. Gather insights and conduct post-call analysis to refine tactics based on the unique territory challenges and dynamics of the rare disease market.
• Demonstrate a high level of emotional intelligence to adapt communication styles to fit the unique demands of HCPs and advocacy groups within the PWS community.
• Routinely monitor and report on territory-level market dynamics and trends, including prescriber opinion, competitive activity, and developments in the PWS landscape.
• Regularly report sales activities, performance metrics, and competitive insights to sales management.
• Proactively foster effective working relationships with internal/external stakeholders at Soleno Therapeutics and drive agreement/decisions from multiple parties.
• Collaborate across all commercial departments, including Patient Services, Medical Affairs, and others, ensuring alignment with external stakeholders in the rare disease space.
• Participate in the development of sales strategies to meet quarterly and annual targets by tailoring tactics to address specific territory challenges.
• Effectively prioritize and manage time, activities, and resources to engage with a network of healthcare professionals specializing in rare diseases.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations during all sales activities.
• Maintain a positive and collaborative culture that aligns with the overall sales organization.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of PWS and the healthcare landscape to support customer needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required, advanced degree preferred.
• A background in nursing, social worker, nutrition (as a registered dietitian), or a related field with rare disease experience is a plus.
• At least 5-7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a proven track record in sales.
• Previous launch experience highly preferred.
• Prior experience in rare genetic disease or specialty sales is highly preferred.
• A drive to serve the PWS community and a demonstrated compassionate approach to patient care and provider awareness.
• Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment.
• Strong analytical, communication, and influence skills.
• Ability to travel 60% of the time.
• Compliance and regulatory training background preferred.
• Experience in pediatric endocrinology or diabetes highly preferred.

Salary Range: $190,000-$215,000

(Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant qualifications, skills, and experience, and where this position may be filled.)