Temporary Associate Director, Commercial Learning & Development

Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ionis Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Temporary Associate Director for Commercial Learning & Development, responsible for executing training to enhance commercial team effectiveness. The role requires significant pharmaceutical experience, particularly in sales and training, alongside strong project management and communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to work remotely while collaborating cross-functionally to develop impactful training solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of cross-functional pharmaceutical experience required.
• Experience in Sales Training and Sales preferred.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical sales models.

Responsibilities

• Execute the Commercial L&D strategy and vision.
• Develop and manage training curricula for Ionis Commercial employees.
• Work cross-functionally with Sales and Marketing teams.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Adaptability

Client Service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (if held)

Tools

O365 Applications

Zoom

Learning Management Systems

e-Learning Applications

Job description

Temporary Associate Director, Commercial Learning & Development

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Base pay range

$52.98/hr - $79.51/hr

Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, and with offices in Boston, Massachusetts, and Dublin, Ireland, Ionis has been at work for more than three decades discovering medical breakthroughs that have redefined life for people with serious diseases. We’re pioneers in RNA-targeted medicines, and our platform continues to revolutionize drug discovery and transform lives for patients with unmet needs. With multiple marketed medicines and a leading pipeline in neurology, cardiology and select areas of high patient needs, we continue to drive innovation in RNA therapies in addition to advancing new approaches in gene editing to provide greater value to patients and are well positioned financially to deliver on our strategic goals.

At Ionis, we pride ourselves on cultivating a challenging, motivating and rewarding environment that fosters innovation and scientific excellence. We know that our success is a direct result of the exceptional talents and dedication of our employees.

With an unprecedented opportunity to change the course of human health, we look to add diverse individuals, skill sets and perspectives to our exceptional team. We continue to invest time, money and energy into making our onsite, hybrid and remote work environments a place where solid and lasting relationships are built and where our culture and employees can thrive.

We’re building on our rich history, and we believe our greatest achievements are ahead of us. If you’re passionate about the opportunity to have meaningful impact on patients in need, we invite you to apply and join us. Experience and contribute to our unique culture while you develop and expand your career!

TEMPORARY ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, COMMERCIAL LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT (TEMPORARY POSITION)

Summary

The Temporary Associate Director of Commercial Learning & Development (temp role, ~6 month contract with possibility of extension) will be responsible for executing live and virtual training content to support the effectiveness and performance of Ionis’ existing Commercial field and field leadership teams. The ideal candidate will be a high-energy, detail-oriented, and self-motivated individual with a strong focus on client service and the ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs. There is a strong preference for this candidate to have some pharma sales and home office experience. This temp position will be based remotely with occasional work expected from our Boston, MA or Carlsbad, CA offices.

Responsibilities

• Execute the Commercial L&D strategy and vision to inform the direction of the learning expectations across Ionis’ Commercial positions.
• Operationalize and execute remote and live training curricula for existing brands.
• Work cross functionally to create strategic partnerships with Sales and Marketing teams, Patient Services, Access, Medical, and other internal key stakeholders to ensure training programs and resources are in alignment with brand/company strategies and support achievement of objectives.
• Develop and manage the execution of core and role specific training curricula to support the ongoing performance improvement for all Ionis Commercial employees.
• Lead and ensure product, therapeutic, and marketplace content is current, compliant, and relevant for multiple user groups, including Sales, Field Leaders, Access, Patient Services, and other Commercial teams.
• Uphold behaviors that are in alignment with Ionis’ Culture and Core Principles.
• Effectively manage training processes and vendor projects.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of cross-functional pharmaceutical experience, preferably in Sales Training, Sales, and other home office Commercial roles (8+ years of experience if Masters is held)
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical sales and customer engagement models
• Proficiency with O365 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) and Zoom
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems, e-Learning applications, and internet-based support tools
• Experience facilitating training events using virtual conferencing platforms (Zoom, Teams)
• Experience successfully working cross-functionally and adaptability to a fast-paced startup environment
• Strong executive presence and ability to communicate to all levels of the organization
• Exceptional communication, persuasion, and interpersonal skills
• Strong project management and analytical skills with proven track record of execution and results
• Demonstrated ability to motivate teams, foster collaborative environment, negotiate, and influence in a matrix environment, exercise tact and diplomacy in stressful situations
• Launch, specialty, and rare disease experience preferred
• 20%-30% travel
  
  

For more information about Ionis and to apply for this position, please visit our website, http://www.ionis.com. Reference Requisition #TEMPO003793

The hourly pay scale for this position is $52.98 / hour to $79.51 / hour

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. PRINCIPALS ONLY.

Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and all its subsidiaries are proud to be EEO employers.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

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