The Regional Account Manager (RAM) will have direct responsibility representing Catalyst Pharmaceuticals products to medical professionals who specialize in the treatment of Neuromuscular diseases-(DMD) Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. The RAM’s will be expected to demonstrate a high level of professionalism, competency and to always operate in a compliant manner while achieving their respective objectives. Maintain effective communication and relationships with key external and internal customers.

This is a remote position covering the Ohio Valley geography.  Potential candidates should reside in the following states: Kentucky, Ohio, or West Virginia and have access to airports in major cities within those states. 

Roles and Responsibilities (included but not limited to):  

• Clearly understand and implement the marketing plan, accurately articulate the value proposition of the brand, and only utilize on-label and marketing materials approved by Regulatory/Compliance in order to attain sales/patient objectives
• Must be able to analyze local and regional business/managed markets trends in order to build both long and short terms goals that lead to a successful business plan
• Work in a matrix environment encompassing patient support services, specialty pharmacies, Marketing, Managed Care, Corporate Communications, and Medical Affairs
• Meet regularly with targeted HCPs and staff within assigned geography to conduct disease awareness and product promotion
• Utilize a consultative, science-driven approach, and provide the HCP with the information that he/she needs to make the best decision for his/her patient
• Drives patient identification initiatives
• Manage a territory budget in a manner that complies with all Catalyst Pharmaceutical compliance policies
• Utilize CRM system to accurately document account profiles in a timely manner
• All above activities must be conducted with the highest degree of ethics and integrity and in compliance with company policies and applicable law
• May be required to participate in local (or national) patient advocacy events to generate awareness about Catalyst support for patient community and provide disease state/product information (as appropriate and approved by Regulatory/Compliance). These activities may take place in evenings or weekends, but would not occur greater than 8x/year

Education/Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in life science, business, or healthcare preferred
• Minimum of 7+ years of pharmaceutical sales or related experience
• Experience in Neurology, Rare/Orphan Space is preferred
• Experience in launching a biopharmaceutical in the past 3-5 years preferred
• Ability to gain consistent access & develop strong, professional relationships for scientific exchange and promotion with healthcare providers in community and academic centers
• Selling a product that requires extensive coordination with patient access services
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, on a consistent basis
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and organizational abilities

Travel:

• Travel within the assigned territory on a routine basis; 60% overnight travel is required to see all target customers, attend meetings on a local and national basis, and attend training sessions as required for this position
• Must have a valid driver’s license issued in the US with a clean driving record
• Ability to travel on weekends to work conferences may be required

EEO Statement

Catalyst Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status.  

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Catalyst Pharmaceuticals does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agency resumes will only be accepted if the agency is formally engaged by Catalyst Human Resources.