Why Join Us?
Be a hero for our rare disease patients
At Ultragenyx, we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. To achieve this goal, our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us, this means going where other biopharma companies won’t go – challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.
Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people, so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth – so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives, in and outside of work. Ultimately, we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family, friends and children to work.
If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career, and grow a lot, both professionally and personally, come join our team.
Position Summary:
ultrafocused – Work together to fearlessly uncover new possibilities
- To plan and execute the national launch of available commercial drugs
- To compliantly engage with local authorities to ensure sustainable reimbursement of our brands in line with defined internal guidance
- To build sustainable relationships with key stakeholders in Country (KOLs, Policy Makers, Payers)
- To contribute to the development of Ultragenyx’s future portfolio
- To demonstrate the credibility of Ultragenyx and its value proposition with the relevant authorities, healthcare professionals, Patient Advocates / Patient Groups (always in coordination and alignment with regional and global teams and functions)
Work Model:
Remote: Officially documented as working full-time from home, with travel to Ultragenyx's offices or other locations on occasion as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Establishment of Ultragenyx’s business in Country by successfully launching available commercial drugs
- Be capable of fully articulating Ultragenyx’s medical and scientific offering to clinicians
- Development of Country commercial strategy and account plans
- In coordination with the relevant Global, Regional and Country teams and functions, prepare and execute effective future product launches by, among others:
- Conducting market analyses in Ultragenyx’s potential future indications
- Defining a Country Go-to-Market Strategy.
- Organization of participation at national and regional Medical & Educational Congresses and Exhibitions
- Represent Ultragenyx to national authorities, healthcare professionals, Patient Advocates / Patient Groups (always in coordination and alignment with the Patient Advocacy function) ensuring compliance of activities / interactions and alignment with internal Policies / SOPs and industry ethical standards
- Local planning of product demand and discretionary expenses
- Monitor changes in local health care system and analyze impact on Ultragenyx business
Requirements:
- University degree in Medicine/Biology/Chemistry/Pharmacy or equivalent degree
- Intimate knowledge of the national health care system and valid permission to work in Country
- At least 7 years of sales experience in secondary care with a proven success record in product launches in highly specialized therapeutic areas
- Experienced in budget management, preferably with P&L accountability
- Experience in key opinion leader engagement
- Experience in organization of educational events
- Capable and willing to engage with customers face to face as well as with digital communication technology
- Analytical skills
- Thorough knowledge of industry code of conduct and relevant legislation
- Experienced in marketing and sales of Orphan Drugs
- Medical Affairs experience will be valued
- First-hand experience with national reimbursement system
- Established contacts with opinion leaders in lipidology and metabolic medicine #LI-CK1 #LI-Remote
Full Time employees across the globe enjoy a range of benefits, including, but not limited to:
· Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company
· Volunteer days
· Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings
· Employee wellbeing benefits
· Fitness reimbursement
· Tuition sponsoring
· Professional development plans
* Benefits vary by region and country
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital and veteran status, and any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for all protected statuses or classifications protected by applicable law, including individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, for pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, and based on sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants can request an accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, you may contact Talent Acquisition by emailing us at [email protected].
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What We Do
At Ultragenyx, we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. To achieve this goal, our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us, this means going where other biopharma companies won’t go – challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.
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