Sr. Manager/Associate Director, Training

Mavericks Wanted

When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on
 
In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible. 
 
Together we define white space, push boundaries and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma.

What You'll Do

The Sr. Manager, Training will be an impactful, experienced individual with a track record of success in the learning & development function within the biopharmaceutical industry.  Demonstrates a strong ability to develop clinical expertise in assigned disease states and products, manage complex projects effectively, influence stakeholders without authority, network across the organization and communicate effectually in a fast paced and dynamic environment. This candidate should have a strong understanding of rare diseases and have commercial training. The Training Manager will be an impactful and experienced individual with a proven track record of success in the learning and development function within the biopharmaceutical industry. This candidate will demonstrate a strong ability to develop clinical expertise in assigned disease states and products, manage complex projects effectively, influence stakeholders without authority, network across the organization, and communicate efficiently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Additionally, the candidate should possess a strong understanding of rare diseases and commercial training.

Responsibilities

• Reporting into the Senior Director of Training and Learning Excellence, the Training Manager will focus on rare disease and be accountable for planning, designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating training programs for Commercial Teams that report into the BridgeBio family of subsidiary companies
• Develop and establish training initiatives that build clinical and marketplace expertise and translate to actionable behaviors
• Design and improve training programs utilizing innovative training methods and adult learning principles
• Assist with the build out of a continuous learning platform that provides flexible, on-demand learning tailored to the individual development needs across multiple Market Access functions
• Proactively partner with Leadership, Marketing, and Medical Affairs to identify knowledge gaps and work across Commercial functional partners to address them
• Ensure training initiatives are effective and compliant with regulatory guidelines through collaboration with functional partners including Medical, Regulatory and Legal/Compliance.
• Partner with subject matter experts and departments to identify training opportunities and strive to continuously improve training solutions
• Effectively source and manage external vendors to partner in the development of training curriculum and programs
• Coordinate with IT colleagues on LMS administration and Veeva CRM content

Where You'll Work

This position will be expected to be on-site in both our San Francisco and Palo Alto home offices on a weekly basis.

Who You Are

• BA/BS required; advanced degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience in Commercial functions within the biotech/pharma industry, Commercial training and/or field sales experience preferred
• 2+ years of experience in training, experience in field team training preferred
• Strong clinical acumen and ability to grasp complex scientific topics and simplify them for learners
• Ability to lead and successfully manage complex projects and training vendors
• Exhibit passion and empathy to build meaningful experiences for trainees by understanding their needs and learning styles
• Proactive, results-oriented self-starter motivated by a challenging task and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and self-awareness
• Proven track record of effectively collaborating with and supporting a Leadership team
• Other: Commitment to comply with all laws, regulations, and relevant policies that govern the conduct of BridgeBio activiti