Rare Kidney Disease Educator (Seattle)

Travere Therapeutics

3d • $150,000 - $195,000 • Remote

About The Position

Travere Therapeutics is seeking a community-connected Rare Kidney Disease (RKD) Educator to educate and empower underserved communities affected by Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) and IgA Nephropathy (IgAN). The educator works in the field to build disease awareness and care access, deliver education to patients and frontline healthcare providers, connect patients with resources and support, and develop partnerships with advocacy groups and local stakeholders.

The role is part of the Commercial organization and reports to the Director for the Rare Kidney Disease Educator. It works closely with Patient Advocacy and cross-functional partners in Commercial, Market Access, and Medical Affairs. Candidates may reside within the territory of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, or Colorado; preference is given to candidates in or near Seattle, Washington. The position requires 60% domestic travel, some weekend work, face-to-face work with customers and colleagues, and ongoing ability to meet credentialing requirements for healthcare facilities and customer sites in the territory.

Requirements

• RN, NP/PA, PharmD, or similar healthcare credential.
• At least 6 years of professional experience in a similar role within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven experience delivering health education or community outreach.
• Deep ties to or lived experience with underserved communities, including Black, Hispanic, Asian, rural, socio-economically disenfranchised, or medically disenfranchised populations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Understanding of cultural humility and health disparities.
• Well-organized, with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage changing responsibilities in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
• Strong collaboration, interpersonal, and organizational skills; attention to detail; and excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to adapt to changes in project plans and implement revised strategies and tactics.
• Ability to travel 60% domestically, with some weekend work as required.
• Ability to perform face-to-face work with customers and colleagues and to meet ongoing credentialing requirements for healthcare facilities and customer sites in the territory.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in nephrology, rare diseases, or community-based care.
• Bilingual or multilingual capabilities.
• Existing relationships with dialysis centers or nephrology practices.
• At least 8 years of professional experience in a similar pharmaceutical-industry role, preferably involving small-molecule pharmaceuticals.
• Healthcare professionals with clinical and community credibility, a passion for equity in care, and a commitment to patient empowerment.
• Alignment with Travere’s core values: Courage, Community Spirit, Patient Focus, and Teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient education about FSGS and IgAN and connect patients with advocacy and support groups.
• Provide disease-awareness education to nurses, NPs/PAs, pharmacists, case managers, and social workers.
• Conduct or coordinate speaker-led educational sessions for healthcare teams and community groups.
• Increase disease awareness to help identify undiagnosed or misdiagnosed FSGS cases.
• Build connections among community-based nephrologists, primary care providers, and rural practices.
• Collaborate with Travere Rare Kidney Disease Community Advocates to support and amplify patient voices.
• Partner with advocacy and community groups, including NephCure, the National Kidney Foundation, the American Kidney Fund, the Kidney Health Initiative, and The African American Men’s Wellness Agency.
• Collaborate with Patient Advocacy, Commercial, Market Access, and Medical Affairs on patient and provider needs.
• Identify field opportunities to raise disease awareness, surface insights, and enable access for underserved or hard-to-reach accounts.
• Provide field feedback about barriers to care, educational gaps, and community needs to inform strategic planning and resource deployment.

Benefits

• Premium health, financial, work-life, and well-being offerings for eligible employees and dependents.
• Wellness and employee support programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Retirement plans with employer match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Cash compensation consisting of base pay and a short-term incentive.
• Long-term incentive compensation in company stock.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed