VP/Executive Director, Precision Medicine

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Massachusetts.

📋 Description

• Establish the Precision Medicine Executive organization for Cogent’s inaugural product launch.

• Oversee and mentor a team of Precision Medicine Executives.

• Create the operational plan and budget for the Precision Medicine division.

• Recruit, train, and develop the first PME team prior to receiving FDA approval for Cogent medicines.

• Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders at Cogent to align and implement strategic initiatives.

• Partner with healthcare professional stakeholders at prominent U.S. healthcare systems to facilitate treatment access and availability post-FDA approval.

• Cultivate an environment that prioritizes the experience of patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.

• Ensure PME team members are integrated into target healthcare systems by providing exceptional value.

• Assist corporate and field colleagues in preparing for product launches in a dynamic specialty market.

• Complete field coaching reports following each travel session.

• Organize and lead team meetings.

• Verify that budgets and timelines comply with corporate standards.

• Ensure PME activities adhere to regulatory and legal requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• A BA/BS degree or an equivalent healthcare qualification is required.

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and/or medical fields.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the pharmaceutical marketplace.

• Profound understanding of industry trends and the broader healthcare landscape.

• At least 10 years of combined experience in leading specialty and/or rare disease managers and/or representatives.

• Proven ability to develop and implement a department-level operating plan and budget.

• Experience in building, leading, and motivating high-performance teams in both direct-line and matrix management contexts.

• Excellent negotiation, partnership, and influencing capabilities.

• Ability to manage business relationships with external strategic partners.

• Previous experience working with large accounts and/or hospitals.

• Successful experience in product launches is essential.

• Experience in various commercial disciplines, including sales, marketing, market access, and operations, is preferred.

• Prior experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech startup is preferred.

• Technologically adept and committed to utilizing data and advanced analytics.

• Willingness to travel frequently overnight, including occasional weekend travel.

🏝️ Benefits

• Target bonus of 25%.

• Continuous stock awards.

• 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and their families.

• Employer contribution of up to 75% for in-network deductibles.

• 401(k) matching with immediate vesting.

• Generous paid time off policy.

• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave.

• Paid family and medical leave for all employees, irrespective of location.

• Company-funded short-term disability coverage for up to 20 weeks.

• Wellness programs available.

• Tuition reimbursement offered.

• Support for inclusive family-forming options.

• Free on-site parking.

• Access to on-site gym facilities.