Strategic Alliances Lead

About the Role

The Strategic Alliances Lead will play a pivotal role in building and nurturing partnerships with thought leaders, patient advocacy groups, and academic institutions. This individual will focus on advancing initiatives for the CNS portfolio, specifically Headache disorders and Parkinson's Disease (PD). By collaborating with cross-functional teams, the Strategic Alliances Lead will drive strategic engagement efforts that support the company's mission, enhance product awareness, and deliver impactful resources for healthcare providers and patients.

Responsibilities

• Thought Leader Engagement:
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) in Headache disorders and Parkinson’s disease.
  • Collaborate with KOLs to support scientific exchange, educational programs, and awareness initiatives.
  • Identify and prioritize opportunities for collaboration, such as advisory board follow-up, planned speaking engagements, and attendance at scientific congresses.
• Patient Advocacy and Community Engagement:
  • Serve as the regional liaison to patient advocacy organizations in the Headache disorder and Parkinson’s disease space, ensuring alignment with shared goals and initiatives.
  • Partner with advocacy groups to support educational campaigns, patient access initiatives, and community outreach programs.
  • Represent the company at relevant advocacy events, conferences, and forums to build awareness and strengthen relationships.
• Academic Partnerships and Neurology Fellowship Programs:
  • Cultivate relationships with academic centers to support and expand movement disorders and headache programs.
  • Collaborate with institutions to maximize educational resources and opportunities tailored to emerging healthcare professionals.
  • Facilitate partnerships that align with corporate goals, enhancing the reach and impact of the company’s neurology portfolio.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Act as a resource to CNS Regional Sales Managers and sales representatives, providing strategic guidance, insights, and tools to support field-based initiatives.
  • Work closely with Sales Training, Commercial Marketing, and Medical Affairs teams to launch impactful resources and training materials.
  • Collaborate with Compliance to ensure all initiatives align with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Partner with Commercial Operations to track and measure the success of key programs and initiatives.
• Support for Product Launch and Portfolio Promotion:
  • Assist in the launch and ongoing promotion of the company’s new headache therapy, while supporting the existing Parkinson’s Disease portfolio.
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to optimize product awareness and uptake in both therapeutic areas.

Requirements

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Life Sciences, Business, or related field (Required).
  • Master’s Degree (MBA) (Preferred).
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with roles in alliance management, advocacy relations, or field-based sales and leadership.
  • Experience in Headache and/or Parkinson's disease therapeutic areas.
  • 5+ years of experience in cross-functional collaboration and a deep understanding of the regulatory and compliance environment in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Specialized Knowledge:
  • Strong knowledge of Parkinson’s Disease and/or neurology therapeutic areas is highly desirable.

Pay

The base salary for this position ranges from $170,000 to $185,000 per year. In addition, the company offers a short-term incentive opportunity, such as a bonus or performance-based award, within the first 12 months.

Benefits

At the heart of the Total Rewards commitment is a comprehensive, flexible, and competitive benefits program for eligible positions that enables you to choose the plans and coverage that meet your personal needs. This includes:

• Above-market, diverse, and robust health and insurance benefits to meet varied employee needs.
• A significant 401(k) matching contribution to help employees save for retirement.
• Programs that promote employee well-being, helping you enjoy your career alongside life’s other commitments and opportunities.