Senior Director of Training and Learning Excellence (Commercial)

Mavericks Wanted

When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement…read on

In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible.

Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you’re someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we’ll ask ”why not?” and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work.

What You’ll Do

The Senior Director of Training and Learning Excellence (T&LE) will be responsible for creating an innovative architecture to support the continuous learning needs of our scientifically driven, patient-focused organization. This individual is a dynamic leader with a track record of success building and leading teams across several functional areas within the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.

This individual is an experienced learning specialist with a deep understanding of fundamental adult learning principles; possesses curriculum development, project management skills, and extensive knowledge of healthcare legal/compliance/regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Establish an “industry-best” training department dedicated to BridgeBio organizational learning objectives, customized to develop knowledge, skills, and behaviors specific to affiliate customer and business needs.
• Oversee learning needs assessment in collaboration with the business owners (BridgeBio Affiliate Partners) to clearly understand and define the gaps in skills and knowledge.
• Lead the definition and implementation of the most effective learning mix (i.e., live/virtual instructor-led, e-learning, blended learning, social learning) for the agreed target audience with best practices and principles of instructional design.
• Lead the creation and standardization of Launch Excellence models for new products/indications from early planning to post-launch sustainment
• Oversee the development and facilitation of engaging and interactive workshops on disease states, products, marketplaces, and contextual selling skills for all types of audiences
• Ensure the strategic utilization of resources by overseeing the identification and selection of vendors as well as existing relationships and projects relating to training (SOW and PO generation and vendor management)
• Participate in the annual business planning process and lead resource allocation and budgeting.
• Contribute to the implementation of the training curriculum to strategically support our growing organization, building clinical product and market knowledge, as well as the communication skills required to effectively engage health care professionals (HCPs) and execute brand strategies
• Develop and establish training initiatives that build deep clinical expertise and translate strategy into actionable behaviors
• Proactively partner with Marketing, Market Access, Medical Affairs, and Clinical Development to identify knowledge gaps and work with functional leaders to address them
• Collaborates with corporate/global learning and development partners to identify synergies and leverage resources collectively
• Ensure training initiatives are effective and compliant with regulatory guidelines through collaboration with functional partners, including Medical, Regulatory, and Legal/Compliance

Where You’ll Work

This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration 2-3x per week in our San Francisco and Palo Alto Office.

Who You Are

No matter your role at BridgeBio, successful team members are:

• Patient Champions, who put patients first and uphold strict ethical standards
• Entrepreneurial Operators, who drive toward practical solutions and have an ownership mindset
• Truth Seekers, who are detailed, rational, and humble problem solvers
• Individuals Who Inspire Excellence in themselves and those around them
• High-quality executors, who execute against goals and milestones with quality, precision, and speed

Education, Experience & Skills Requirements

• BA/BS required advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience in commercial or medical functions within the Biotech/Pharma industry, field sales experience is a plus
• 5+ years of experience in training leadership, experience in field team training preferred
• Field sales experience is a plus
• Proven track record of effectively collaborating with and strategically supporting a Leadership team
• Experience aligning strategic needs with curriculum/content development, navigating promotional review process, training and administration of Learning Management Systems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet short deadlines, and collaborate with cross-matrix teams and affiliate stakeholders
• Exceptional clinical insight and ability to grasp complex scientific topics across therapeutic areas
• Excellent facilitation, platform, written and verbal communication skills
• Exhibit passion and empathy to build meaningful experiences for trainees by understanding their needs and learning styles
• Proactive, results-oriented self-starter motivated by a challenging task and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong vendor management and internal review/negotiation experience
• Other: Commitment to comply with all laws, regulations, and relevant policies that govern the conduct of BridgeBio activities
• Travel Expectations: Ability to travel approximately 20%

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At BridgeBio, we strive to provide a market-competitive total rewards package, including base pay, an annual performance bonus, company equity, and generous health benefits. Below is the anticipated salary range for candidates for this role who will work in California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience within the industry, educational background, location of residence and performance during the interview process. BridgeBio is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions based in other states.

Salary

$245,000—$275,000 USD

As a global company, our comprehensive benefits may vary based on location.  We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return.

For USA based roles:

Financial & Rewards

• Market-leading compensation

• 401(k) with employer match

• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

• Pre-tax commuter benefits (transit and parking)

• Referral bonus for hired candidates

• Subsidized lunch and parking on in-office days

Health & Well-Being

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Fertility & family-forming benefits

• Expanded mental health support (therapy and coaching resources)

• Hybrid work model with flexibility

• Flexible, “take-what-you-need” paid time off and company-paid holidays

• Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave to care for yourself and your family

Skill Development & Career Paths:

• People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility

• We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, & BetterUp Coaching

• We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities