Field Training Associate Director, Pain BU

Vertex Pharmaceuticals • Boston, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is looking to hire a Commercial Training Associate Director, Pain on a full-time basis. The AD will report to the Head of Pain Training to develop training materials/curriculum and enhance the skill and knowledge for our US field teams for Pain. The ideal candidate must possess a unique blend of customer-facing field & pharmaceutical training experience, but most importantly scientific aptitude that will enable them to lead through science. The individual must be a strong collaborator to work cross-functionally within the US Commercial Team (Sales, Marketing, Managed Markets) but more importantly across the entire organization (Medical Affairs, HR, Legal, Regulatory and Compliance teams).

Requirements

• Ability to develop and deliver both traditional and modern training methods (mentoring/coaching programs, virtual training, on-the-job or in classroom training, e-learning courses, scenario-based application workshops, etc.)
• Proven communication skills with a well-developed ability to efficiently and productively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Ability to influence, collaborate and interact effectively a senior leadership team and multiple key stakeholders across teams to align on objectives and provide consistent training direction
• Demonstrated excellence in project management and effectively managing multiple projects/priorities including budgeting and actual spend against budget is required
• Proven ability to work within a Learning Management System (LMS)
• Ensure that all training programs are consistent with, and supporting of, company legal, regulatory and compliance guidelines
• Proven ability to motivate and engage adult learners
• Skillful team player able to develop rapport and credibility with key stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and on a team; positive, team-focused approach is essential
• Experience with and ability to use Microsoft Office and associated tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to travel as needed
• Bachelor’s Degree or MBA or relevant Master’s degree
• 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
• 2+ years commercial training experience in field or training role

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute onboarding training programs to ensure that the Pain Commercial Field teams are trained, certified experts in Vertex products, processes, and education
• Partner with Business Unit support operations, leadership, marketing, and other cross-functional teams to develop training strategies and recommend solutions
• Identify, design, create and facilitate effective content that improves the knowledge, skills, and competencies of our field teams
• Lead the processes associated with the Communications Review Committee (CRC), procurement and strategic sourcing, vendor management activities, budget management
• Lead the processes associated with strategic sourcing, vendor management activities, budget management
• Identify and engage internal or external experts, as appropriate, to deliver topic-specific expertise
• Design and deliver thoughtful in-person, virtual and on-demand learning experiences that are reflective of best practices in adult learning principles
• Develop metrics and performance measures, reporting and analysis to meet business needs
• Support the development of product launch, New Hire, POA, and national business meeting content/curriculums
• Continuously seek and support new approaches, practices, and processes to improve the efficiency of training services offered
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards.
• Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.
• At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations.
• From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level