Disc Medicine · 4 hours ago
Rare Disease Specialist - Orlando/Jacksonville
Orlando/Jacksonville, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$158K/yr - $214K/yr
10+ years expDisc Medicine is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for hematologic diseases. As a Rare Disease Specialist, you will engage healthcare professionals to promote novel therapies and manage a lead generation program, contributing to the company's inaugural commercial launch.
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Responsibilities
Execute a salesforce-driven lead program, including management of qualified leads, territory call plans, target lists, and conversion funnels
Engage HCPs (e.g., hematologists, dermatologists, academic institutions, rare disease clinics) with compelling, evidence-based messaging aligned with lead generation campaigns
Maintain up-to-date expertise in disease pathophysiology, clinical data, and competitive dynamics in the rare disease space
Provide real-time feedback on physician insights, unmet needs, and content performance to Medical Affairs and Commercial Operations
Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Patient Access, and Sales Operations to enhance campaign strategy, tools, and messaging
Meet or exceed KPIs related to lead conversion, KOL engagement, call frequency, and new account development
Represent the company at national scientific conferences, advisory boards, and professional meetings as needed
Ensure all activities adhere to regulatory, legal, and compliance standards, including the Sunshine Act, FDA guidelines, and internal policies
Accurately document all HCP interactions and expenditures in a timely manner in accordance with federal and state regulations
Uphold the highest ethical standards in all engagements, prioritizing scientific integrity and patient welfare
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 10 years of pharmaceutical or biotech sales, with a focus on rare diseases, rare hematology or rare dermatology
Proven track record of achieving sales goals and driving adoption of specialty therapies
Existing HCP relationships and strong account management capabilities within assigned geography
Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex clinical data into compelling, value-driven narratives
Solid understanding of payer landscape, patient-access programs, and reimbursement models in rare disease treatment
Deep understanding of compliance and regulatory, including the Sunshine Act, HIPPA and FDA promotional guidelines
Self-motivated, highly organized, and adept at thriving in a fast-paced, scaling commercial environment
Willingness to travel up to ~50% nationally, with flexibility for regional meetings and conferences
Preferred
advanced degree (MBA, MS, or PhD)
Experience launching early-stage therapies or building lead networks for pre-commercial products strongly preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Competitive compensation packages
Company
Disc Medicine
Disc Medicine is a biopharmaceutical company that develops therapies for hematologic diseases and rare blood disorders.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.29BKey Investors
Hercules CapitalFrazier Life SciencesBain Capital Life Sciences
2025-10-21Post Ipo Secondary· $25M
2025-10-21Post Ipo Equity· $225M
2025-01-22Post Ipo Equity· $225.5M
Leadership Team
Jean Franchi
Chief Financial Officer
Jonathan Yu
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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2025-12-19
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