Associate Director, Commercial Learning & Development

Who we are Nuvation Bio is a biopharmaceutical company tackling some of the greatest unmet needs in oncology by developing differentiated and novel therapeutic candidates.

Our vision is to significantly change the practice of oncology by developing medicines that provide truly meaningful improvements in quality of life and survival for people with cancer.

What you’ll be doingNuvation Bio is looking for an experienced, motivated, and driven Associate Director of Commercial Learning and Development.

Components of the role include new hire training, advanced and recurrent training, as well as additional field and in-office development initiatives for emerging leaders.

This integral role within the Sales Team will participate in the design, development, and implementation of a wide range of training objectives and sales force effectiveness initiatives with an emphasis on developing and enhancing customer-engagement and communication skills to drive the uptake of Nuvation’s approved products.

This role will collaborate cross-functionally and engage external business partners to establish learning and development processes (learning tools and resources / programs / technology / metrics) and include comprehensive and continual assessment of stakeholders needs to ensure alignment towards the achievement strategic and operational goals and objectives.

The ideal candidate will have previous demonstrated experience as a successful pharmaceutical sales professional, strong leadership, and exceptional communication skills, knowledge of adult learning practices, and competency in all aspects of sales excellence and the application of selling skills in a complex environment.

This role reports to the Senior Director of Commercial Learning and Development.You will be responsible for

• Collaborate effectively with Sales Leadership, Marketing, Area Field Trainers, Market Access and Patient Services, Medical, Legal, Regulatory, and other strategic partners to ensure training content accurately reflects product knowledge, market trends, compliance protocols, and customer needs.
• Contribute to successful product launches by assisting Sr. Director L&D in conducting needs analyses, developing strategic plans for launch training, and developing training materials in partnership with vendor partners, as needed.
• Oversee the build and execution of the Field Area Sales Team initiative.
• Facilitate exceptional training sessions that capitalize on adult learning principles.
• Partner with Sr Director in developing & applying analytics to assess the efficacy of training programs.
• Regularly present leadership with comprehensive reports detailing training outcomes and insights for improvements.
• Manage vendors to ensure work product is aligned to the statement of work and delivered on time and on budget.
• Ensure work is compliant with Nuvation Bio legal, compliance and regulatory guidelines.
• Facilitate agenda and content development for training activities at National Sales Meeting, Plan of Action Meetings, and Launch Meetings for launch products.

Oversee execution of these plans at respective meetings.What Knowledge & Experience you'll bring to us...

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Biological Sciences, or related discipline; advanced degree preferred
• 7+ years minimum of high-performing experience in pharmaceutical sales, sales management, and / or sales training required
• Experience in the design, implementation, and management of highly effective sales leadership and leadership development programs and curriculum
• Strong knowledge and experience of the end-to-end learning process, i.e., leaning needs assessment, program design and delivery, and learning evaluation and assessment
• Proven ability to interpret customer needs and translate insights into effective, cohesive program of work
• Strong clinical background with ability to translate clinical data into understandable learning material
• Oncology experience required; non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) highly preferred
• Competitive product launch experience strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of the oncology community practice setting Experience with LMS Systems / E-Learning systems
• Previous experience in training initiatives for a new product launch.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and leading high potential sales professionals
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with others in a fast-paced, team-oriented, cross-functional organization
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities; excellent time management skills.
• Excellent presentation skills; must be able to conduct effective meetings at all group levels, sizes, and management.
• Track record of project management skills and expertise across medium- to large-scale projects
• Embraces an entrepreneurial mindset; thrives in demanding, challenging, and ambiguous environments.Behavioral skills to be successful...
• Problem-Solver - As an action-oriented self-starter, you’re eager to apply your expertise in diagnosing inefficiencies, determining root causes, and recommending solutions to complex challenges.
• Personable - You establish and nurture highly effective relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders that support and advance project goals and objectives.
• Credible - Thorough understanding of clinical methodologies and providing sound analytical support, you quickly establish credibility as a reliable resource.
• Emotional intelligence, curiosity, and a knack to figure out a way to build something better
• Communication - Effectively listens, conveys, and receives ideas. Maintains a consistent flow of information. A strong presenter and effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Accountability - Acts with a clear sense of ownership - whether the task is in their role description. Holds yourself and others accountable to execute all tasks at hand through seen and unforeseen circumstances with high quality and integrity.
• Adaptability - Can manage in an environment of ambiguity. Embraces the change of a new system, process, technology, or idea in the organization.

You could reassess priorities, alter goals and take risks.What we have for you!

• Competitive Base Salary, Bonus, and Equity Plans
• Unlimited Vacation and 10 Sick Days Annually
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401K with Company Matching
• and much more!The pay range for this position is $175,000.00 to $190,000.00 per year, which may factor in various geographic regions.

The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location among other factors.

Our full-time regular positions also include an annual performance-based bonus and long-term incentive units (equity) provided as part of our compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits, depending on the level and position offered.

DisclaimerNuvation Bio, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

This job description reflects the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Nothing restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Note to all external Recruiters & Staffing AgenciesAll of our open positions are managed by our Talent Acquisition department.

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