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Country Associate Director Switzerland- 12 month fixed term contract
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:
ultraimpact – Make a difference for those who need it most
- To coordinate and support unsolicited requests for Named Patient reimbursement and supply
- To plan and execute national launches of commercial medicinal products
- To engage with local authorities to ensure sustainable reimbursement of our brands in line with defined price corridors
- To build sustainable relationships with key stakeholders in Switzerland (KOLs, Patient Advocates, Policy Makers, Payers)
- To contribute to the development of Ultragenyx’s future portfolio by supporting clinical development in Switzerland
- To manage, shape and leverage a positive internal and external environment in order to build and protect the business and reputation of Ultragenyx and its brands.
- To demonstrate the credibility of Ultragenyx and its technologies with the relevant authorities and healthcare professionals, ensuring overall compliance of strategic and field activities, representing the company interests in industry / trade associations and proactive issue management
Work Model:
Field: Officially documented as working as a member of the Ultragenyx field team, generally interacting with third parties on behalf of Ultragenyx.
Responsibilities:
- Establishing Ultragenyx’s business in Switzerland
- Preparing successfully launches of commercial medicinal products
- Develop relationships with key national stakeholders (KOLs, patient advocates, buyers, policy makers)
- Planning and execution of a local supply chain strategy in cooperation with EU supply chain to ensure undisrupted supply to local customers
- Conduct price negotiations with health insurances
- Plan and execute initiatives for identification of patients by medical education, disease awareness and diagnostic support
- Prepare and execute annual commercial plan
- Prepare and execute stakeholder engagement plan
- Prepare and execute strategic account plans
- Pipeline compounds:
- Conduct market analyses in Ultragenyx’s future indications
- Identify KOLs and patient organizations
- Generate insights about local treatment and diagnosis paradigms and facilitate exchange with international peers
- Propose participants for clinical trials and support Clinical Development
- Organization of participation at national and regional Medical & Educational Congresses and Exhibitions.
- Represent Ultragenyx to national authorities
- Local planning of product demand and discretionary expenses
- Monitor changes in local health care system and analyze impact on Ultragenyx business
Requirements:
Minimum:
- University degree in Medicine/Biology/Chemistry/Pharmacy or equivalent degree
- Intimate knowledge of the national health care system and valid permission to work in Switzerland
- At least 5 years of experience in commercial or medical affairs secondary care with a proven success record in product launches in highly specialized therapeutic areas
- 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
Desirable:
- Experienced in marketing and sales of Orphan Drugs
- First-hand experience with national reimbursement system
- Established contacts with opinion leaders in lipidology and metabolic medicine
Other job/personal requirements
- Valid Driver’s license (EU type B) mandatory
- Able to undertake regular travel by road and rail, including overnight stays
- Experienced in using MS Office software
- Digitally-savvy in online communication and social media
- Fluent in Swiss German and French (written and verbal skills at least C1 level). Knowledge of Italian is an additional asset. Good English language skills to allow efficient scientific reading in the disease area and to communicate internally and externally on an international level #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 talentacquisition@ultragenyx.com.
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