Associate Director, US Patient Advocacy

Overview

Employer Industry: Biotechnology

• Opportunity to participate in both short-term and long-term incentive programs
• Comprehensive benefits package, including retirement savings plans and health benefits
• Position offers the flexibility of remote work
• Chance to work closely with patient advocacy organizations and make a meaningful impact on patient communities
• Supportive and inclusive work environment focused on patient needs
• Opportunity for career advancement within a rapidly expanding biotech company

• Develop and implement patient advocacy strategies and engagement plans for therapeutic areas
• Build and manage relationships with Patient Advocacy Organizations (PAOs) and engage with patients at events
• Collaborate cross-functionally to inform local market engagement and identify advocacy opportunities
• Represent the employer at events and conferences to educate and engage with patients
• Manage internal operations related to patient advocacy, ensuring compliance and budget alignment

• Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of industry or related experience
• Proven capability in implementing innovative programs within rare disease communities
• Experience with setting and maintaining advocacy strategies for therapeutic areas
• Proficiency in Veeva and experience with rare disease patient interactions and compliance

• Experience working with minority and underserved patient communities
• Strong communication skills, including active listening and effective presentation abilities
• Passion for championing the needs of individuals living with rare diseases

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