About The Position

The Strategic Alliances Lead will play a pivotal role in building and nurturing partnerships with thought leaders, patient advocacy groups, and academic institutions. This individual will focus on advancing initiatives for the company's CNS portfolio, specifically in Headache disorders and Parkinson's Disease (PD). By collaborating with cross-functional teams, the Strategic Alliances Lead will drive strategic engagement efforts that support the company's mission, enhance product awareness, and deliver impactful resources for healthcare providers and patients.

Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree (BA/BS) in Life Sciences, Business or related field
  • 5+ years experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with roles in alliance management, advocacy relations, or field-based sales and leadership.
  • Experience in Headache and/or Parkinson's disease therapeutic areas
  • 5+ years experience in cross-functional collaboration
  • A deep understanding of the regulatory and compliance environment in the pharmaceutical industry.

Nice To Haves

  • Master Degree (MBA)
  • Strong knowledge of Parkinson’s Disease and/or neurology therapeutic areas

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) in Headache disorders and Parkinson’s disease.
  • Collaborate with KOLs to support scientific exchange, educational programs, and awareness initiatives.
  • Identify and prioritize opportunities for collaboration, such as advisory board follow-up, planned speaking engagements and attendance at scientific congresses.
  • Serve as the regional liaison to patient advocacy organizations in the Headache disorder and Parkinson’s disease space, ensuring alignment with shared goals and initiatives.
  • Partner with advocacy groups to support educational campaigns, patient access initiatives and community outreach programs.
  • Represent the company at relevant advocacy events, conferences and forums to build awareness and strengthen relationships.
  • Cultivate relationships with academic centers to support and expand movement disorders and headache programs.
  • Collaborate with institutions to maximize educational resources and opportunities tailored to emerging healthcare professionals.
  • Facilitate partnerships that align with corporate goals, enhancing the reach and impact of the company’s neurology portfolio.
  • Act as a resource to CNS Regional Sales Managers and sales representatives, providing strategic guidance, insights, and tools to support field-based initiatives.
  • Work closely with Sales Training, Commercial Marketing, and Medical Affairs teams to launch impactful resources and training materials.
  • Collaborate with Compliance to ensure all initiatives align with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Partner with Commercial Operations to track and measure the success of key programs and initiatives.
  • Assist in the launch and ongoing promotion of the company’s new headache therapy, while supporting our existing Parkinson’s Disease portfolio.
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to optimize product awareness and uptake in both therapeutic areas.

Benefits

  • Short-term incentive opportunity (bonus or performance-based award)
  • Comprehensive, flexible and competitive benefits program
  • Above-market, diverse and robust health and insurance benefits
  • Significant 401(k) matching contribution
  • Employee well-being programs
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