Senior Director HCP Marketing — Pain Launch Leader

Vertex US Distribution; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 228,000 - 342,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex is seeking a Senior Director of US Pain HCP Marketing to lead a dedicated team, drive the HCP omnichannel strategy, and support JOURNAVX launch. The role emphasizes coaching, data-driven optimization, and strong cross-functional partnerships within a fast-paced, innovation-focused environment.

The position reports to the Head of Marketing for US Pain and requires extensive experience in US commercial HCP marketing, program launches, and governance with compliance rigor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare/biopharma or related field.
• 12+ years in healthcare/biopharma marketing, consulting, or agency.
• 5+ years of supervisory/management experience.
• Experience developing US/HCP promotional programs and launch readiness.
• Knowledge of legal/regulatory/compliance requirements for pre- and post-approval activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HCP marketing team of 5 and drive strategy.
• Shape the HCP brand strategy and omnichannel campaigns.
• Oversee tactical execution, agency management, and budgeting.
• Advance media planning with test & learn pilots.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including field, education programs and program counterparts.
• Measure ROI and pivot investments to maximize impact.

Skills

HCP marketing

Team leadership

Omnichannel strategy

Digital engagement

Stakeholder collaboration

Launch experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

12+ years healthcare/biopharma marketing

5+ years supervisory/management

US commercial launch experience

Job description

Vertex is seeking a Senior Director of US Pain HCP Marketing to lead a dedicated team, drive the HCP omnichannel strategy, and support JOURNAVX launch. The role emphasizes coaching, data-driven optimization, and strong cross-functional partnerships within a fast-paced, innovation-focused environment.

The position reports to the Head of Marketing for US Pain and requires extensive experience in US commercial HCP marketing, program launches, and governance with compliance rigor.