District Manager - Boston, MA

Role: Field-based District Manager responsible for leading a sales team of Clinical Specialists to launch Ionis's first wholly owned commercial product targeting Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS). Main objectives include achieving sales targets, executing strategic account plans, and expanding market access in the ultra-rare disease space. Responsibilities encompass building and nurturing customer relationships with endocrinologists, cardiologists, and key accounts, leading team performance, coaching, and ensuring compliance. The role also involves cross-functional collaboration to optimize market penetration and patient outcomes. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences or related field; 8+ years in biopharma or biotech sales, with proven success in specialty biologics and team leadership; strong understanding of healthcare systems, market access, and payer policies; excellent interpersonal and strategic account management skills. Preferred qualifications include an MBA and extensive regional health system knowledge. High-Value: rare disease focus (FCS, sHTG), biologics, commercial stage, team leadership, account management, healthcare system expertise, compliance adherence. Work setup: field-based with a focus on customer engagement and team management.