Grassroots Patient Advocacy Associate Director, West Region (Field Based) page is loaded Grassroots Patient Advocacy Associate Director, West Region (Field Based) Apply locations Boston, MA time type Full time posted on Posted 8 Days Ago job requisition id REQ-20960
Job Description
The Grassroots Patient Advocacy Associate Director is responsible for supporting the company's grassroots pat i ent advocacy strategy within the designated region. This position will work closely with cross-functional teams , including communications, policy, and medical affairs. This role will help lead the company's ongoing efforts to build and sustain meaningful relationships and collaborations to support the needs of patients and advance our company's goals. This role will be responsible for grassroots campaign execution across disease areas.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Contributes to developing, coordinating, and leading the company's state/regional patient advocacy strategy , including tactical implementation
Collaborates with communications, policy, medical affairs, and marketing departments to ensure that state public policy goals are aligned to meet company objectives and most effectively serve the needs of patients
Develops and leverages high-level relationships with patient advocacy groups at state and local levels to achieve Vertex goals, bring value to patients , and enhance the company's standing and reputation
Serves as a liaison between the patient community and Vertex
Collaborates with and facilitates advocacy coalitions for specific public policy goals, including rare disease awareness and disease-specific policy issues
In partnership with cross-functional partners, integrate Vertex's state/regional patient advocacy strategy and identify additional opportunities to increase rare disease awareness and disease burden awareness
Provides input into the development and resource prioritization for the company's annual patient advocacy plan
Identifies and pursues additional opportunities to advance the company's business objectives
Knowledge & Skills:
Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with members of advocacy groups , government , and community leaders
Demonstrated outstanding strategic planning, communication, and presentation skills
Experience in patient advocacy, market access, government affairs/relations, public health policy , campaign work , or coalition building.
Significant knowledge and appreciation of the complexities of the drug development process and regulatory requirements
Strong understanding of the patient and caregiver experience in rare diseases, including diagnosis, treatment, and treatment options preferred
Knowledge of the patient advocacy community/individuals
Proven teamwork and collaboration skills, with a demonstrated ability to interact and influence all levels of business
Strong understanding of the legal and regulatory environment , along with demonstrated integrity on the job
Detail-oriented, self-initiating, well-organized , and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to be creative and develop innovative solution
Pharmaceutical sector or healthcare sector experience
Field Travel required 50 %
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required
Typically requires 8 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Pay Range$172,000 -$258,000 USD annually
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. 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. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
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.
Pay Range:
$172,000 - $258,000
Disclosure Statement:
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. 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. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
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.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at
Help Us Achieve Our Mission Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. The company has approved medicines that treat the underlying causes of multiple chronic, life-shortening genetic diseases - cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease and transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia - and continues to advance clinical and research programs in these diseases. Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including APOL1-mediated kidney disease, acute and neuropathic pain, type 1 diabetes, myotonic dystrophy type 1 and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency .
Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, Mass., Vertex's global headquarters is now located in Boston's Innovation District and its international headquarters is in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 14 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For. For company updates and to learn more about Vertex's history of innovation, visit or follow us on Facebook , Twitter/X , LinkedIn , YouTube and Instagram .
The diversity and authenticity of our people is part of what makes Vertex unique, and we recognize that each employee brings diverse perspectives and strengths. By embracing those strengths and celebrating differences, we are fostering an inclusive culture where each of us can bring our authentic selves to work, inspire innovation together, and change people's lives.
Our vision is clear: to be the place where an authentic, diverse mix of talent want to come, to stay, and do their best work.