Associate Director, U.S. Patient Marketing, IgAN

Boston, MA (On-site)

$151K/yr – $227K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 2 days ago

Job Summary

Own end-to-end patient marketing programs from strategy through execution, driving omnichannel engagement and cross-functional collaboration with Patient Services, Advocacy, Sales, and Medical to advance education, adherence, and program optimization.

  • Lead cross-functional patient marketing programs across channels
  • Use data-driven insights to optimize campaigns and expand digital engagement

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Leading execution of patient marketing programs and campaigns, aligned to brand strategy and launch priorities
  • Implementing omnichannel patient engagement initiatives, including digital, social, web, CRM, and patient support programs
  • Developing and executing patient marketing plans, while contributing insights and recommendations for strategy refinement
  • Managing patient disease awareness and education initiatives, including content development, programs, and partnerships with advocacy and field teams
  • Driving patient identification and adherence initiatives, including coordination with Patient Services and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Coordinating execution across cross-functional partners, including Patient Services, Advocacy, Sales, Medical, Market Access, Legal, Regulatory, Compliance, and PRC
  • Developing and optimizing patient-facing content and materials, ensuring alignment with brand messaging and compliance requirements
  • Managing agency partners and day-to-day workflow, including timelines, deliverables, and budgets
  • Defining and tracking campaign performance metrics (KPIs) and leveraging insights to optimize execution and improve outcomes
  • Expanding digital patient engagement capabilities, applying test-and-learn approaches to improve reach and impact

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business, or related field
  • 5+ years of pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare marketing experience
  • Experience in patient marketing, digital marketing, or consumer engagement programs
  • Strong understanding of patient journey and patient engagement strategies in specialty or rare disease settings
  • Proven ability to execute omnichannel marketing programs and campaigns
  • Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a matrixed, cross-functional environment
  • Experience managing external agencies and marketing budgets
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to track performance and apply insights to optimize programs
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred

  • Advanced degree (MBA, PharmD, PhD, or MS)
  • Experience in nephrology, rare disease, or specialty therapeutics
  • Experience supporting product launches or major indication expansions
  • Experience developing and managing patient education, adherence, or support programs
  • Experience working with patient advocacy organizations and patient-facing programs
  • Strong digital and data-driven marketing capabilities
  • Demonstrated experience integrating data, analytics, and digital capabilities into marketing execution

Benefits

  • Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
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Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease is focused on pioneering new possibilities for the rare disease community. We are driven by a mission to change what it means to live with a rare disease. A leader in rare disease for more than three decades and today continues to build a diversified pipeline across disease areas with significant unmet need, using an array of innovative modalities. As part of AstraZeneca, Alexion is continually expanding its global geographic footprint to serve more rare disease patients around the world. It is headquartered in Boston, US. Alexion’s pioneering legacy in rare disease is rooted in being the first to translate the complex biology of the complement system into novel medicines. Alexion pushes boundaries to accelerate discovery of life-changing medicines. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Alexion has offices around the world and continues to expand its reach to benefit more people globally. GL/NP/0116GL/NP/0095 Community Guidelines: https://bit.ly/39x9gqy

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