Job Description

NA Commercial Field Training Director, Cystic Fibrosis

Vertex is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director to lead our North America Commercial Field Training team for the Cystic Fibrosis therapeutic area. This role is pivotal in shaping and executing training strategies that empower our field teams to deliver exceptional customer engagement and drive commercial success. The Director will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure training programs align with business objectives and uphold Vertexs commitment to excellence and innovation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop disease education content and materials for Vertex CF portfolio for our US and Canada commercial teams
• Work cross-functionally to design, deliver, and evaluate training programs, curricula, and corresponding materials for field representatives and leadership
• Design onboarding modules and advanced training aligned with Medical, Marketing, Regulatory, and Legal guidance
• Proactively identify training needs and develop effective deployment strategies for field teams
• Organize, facilitate, and continually improve training and orientation, including rollout of new materials, competitive selling, and other tools
• Partner with Commercial teams to plan, design, and deliver training at National Meetings and POAs
• Maintain ongoing communication with field management and stakeholders to identify needs and develop rolespecific objectives
• Represent Learning and Development in brand and business planning and product launches
• Manage vendor selection and relationships for training projects
• Stay abreast of best practices and trends in pharmaceutical training, leveraging digital, live, and virtual platforms
• Complete ad hoc projects and analyses related to group responsibilities
• 1015% travel: US and Canada

Knowledge and Skills

• Deep understanding of commercial strategy and execution within biotech/pharma
• Expertise in adult learning principles and instructional design
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to influence across functions
• Proficiency in leveraging data and insights to inform training strategies
• Advanced competency in stakeholder engagement and negotiation

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Life Sciences, Business, or related discipline (Masters preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in commercial training or related roles within biotech/pharma
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and largescale training initiatives

Pay Range

$188,000 - $282,000

Benefits

The role is eligible for an annual bonus and equity awards. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, employee assistance programs, 401(k), and more.

Flex Designation

Hybrideligible or Onsite eligible. In a hybrid role, you can choose to work remotely up to two days per week or work five days per week onsite with ad hoc flexibility.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company investing in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees and qualified applicants.

EEO Statement

Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

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