Vertex · 4 months ago
Apheresis & Infusion Specialist (AIS), Assoc. Director
United States - Field Based
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$156K/yr - $235K/yr
7+ years expVertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation, and they are seeking an Apheresis & Infusion Specialist (AIS), Associate Director to support their cell and genetic therapies. The role focuses on providing education, training, and support to Authorized Treatment Centers regarding the cellular therapy process related to Vertex gene editing therapy.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Deliver excellent stakeholder experience for commercial operations of Vertex gene therapy
Strong customer focus, intent on building relationships with the key ATC stakeholders to help ATCs optimize patient outcomes related to the product
Engage in site qualification, partnering with cross-functional Vertex team members to evaluate treatment centers, ensuring their ability to conduct activities associated with assigned commercial requirements including compliance with standards established by the applicable regulatory and licensing bodies including FACT, FDA, AABB, etc
Participate in cross-functional onboarding meetings with ATC team members to provide cell therapy expertise to help support the patient journey
Provides on-site and/or remote education, training, and support, to facilitate applicable product handling and labeling requirements. May involve some work outside of normal business hours as dictated by treatment center needs
Participate as key member of the Apheresis & Infusion Specialist team as well as the Commercial field team
Partner with the ATC quality team to identify and resolve quality events
Collaborate with internal cross functional partners to identify areas of responsibility that contribute to process improvement and the launch of cell and gene therapy
Work closely with the manufacturing and supply chain functions to ensure the traceability of patient cells throughout the patient treatment journey
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Preferred
Minimum of 7 years of experience, with 3-5 years of recent (within 2 years) blood and marrow transplant experience
Strong apheresis and/or cellular therapeutics knowledge and experience
Experience with clinical trials, research activities, or commercial cell & gene therapies
Effective decision making, priority setting and time management skills
Demonstrated confidence with presenting, teaching and training in a group setting
Proficient computer skills (MS office, Cloud-based programs, Quality Management Systems)
Must be willing to travel up to 70%; may include weekend travel
Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment working with urgency to meet stakeholder needs
Ability to work efficiently and independently in a field –based role with limited supervision
A solid compliance mindset and demonstrated integrity on the job
Strong verbal and written skills; ability to provide focus and clarity; able to handle confidential information and material appropriately
Benefits
Inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations.
From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.
Company
Vertex
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2-10 employees
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