Head of Commercial Learning and Development
Biogen
4 hours ago
Remote friendly (Cambridge, MA)
United States
$222,000 - $305,250 USD yearly
Sales
Head of Commercial Learning
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end learning strategy for the US commercial organization.
- Build a “Learning Organization” that translates brand strategy into field behaviors.
- Oversee creation of comprehensive learning pathways for Sales Representatives, Field Managers, and Market Access professionals.
- Develop learning content for new hires and continuous learning via e-learning, POA meetings, workshops, and other mediums.
- Set standards for modern pedagogy, including micro-learning, gamification, and simulation-based training.
- Oversee design and delivery of a Leadership Development Curriculum for field leaders.
- Manage a team of franchise-aligned trainers, ensuring standards of excellence and adult learning principles.
- Manage learning budgets, select/oversee agency partners, and coordinate with IT on LMS needs.
- Drive structured learning needs analysis and link identified gaps to learning interventions.
Required Qualifications / Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; 15+ years in Pharmaceutical Commercial roles, including 7–10 years in Learning & Development leadership.
- Deep understanding of how adults learn; proven track record building curriculum from the ground up.
- Experience defining learning roadmap, KPIs, and developing LMS and other learning technology platforms.
- Experience managing a sizable, diverse team (10+) of specialists and remote trainers.
- Ability to coach “Coaches” by developing trainers’ delivery and facilitation skills.
- Strong cross-functional ability to influence Brand Marketing, Sales leadership, and HR.
- Ability to drive change and influence stakeholders.
- Ability to rapidly pivot training programs in response to new clinical data or competitive launches.
Preferred Qualifications / Skills
- Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, or related field.
- Experience with cutting-edge educational technologies and platforms.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurances; Fitness & Wellness programs (fitness reimbursement).
- Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance.
- Paid vacation (minimum 15 days) plus end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26–Dec 31).
- Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance; 80 hours sick time/year.
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit.
- 401(k) with company matched contributions; Employee stock purchase plan.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per calendar year.
- Employee Resource Groups participation.
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end learning strategy for the US commercial organization.
- Build a “Learning Organization” that translates brand strategy into field behaviors.
- Oversee creation of comprehensive learning pathways for Sales Representatives, Field Managers, and Market Access professionals.
- Develop learning content for new hires and continuous learning via e-learning, POA meetings, workshops, and other mediums.
- Set standards for modern pedagogy, including micro-learning, gamification, and simulation-based training.
- Oversee design and delivery of a Leadership Development Curriculum for field leaders.
- Manage a team of franchise-aligned trainers, ensuring standards of excellence and adult learning principles.
- Manage learning budgets, select/oversee agency partners, and coordinate with IT on LMS needs.
- Drive structured learning needs analysis and link identified gaps to learning interventions.
Required Qualifications / Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; 15+ years in Pharmaceutical Commercial roles, including 7–10 years in Learning & Development leadership.
- Deep understanding of how adults learn; proven track record building curriculum from the ground up.
- Experience defining learning roadmap, KPIs, and developing LMS and other learning technology platforms.
- Experience managing a sizable, diverse team (10+) of specialists and remote trainers.
- Ability to coach “Coaches” by developing trainers’ delivery and facilitation skills.
- Strong cross-functional ability to influence Brand Marketing, Sales leadership, and HR.
- Ability to drive change and influence stakeholders.
- Ability to rapidly pivot training programs in response to new clinical data or competitive launches.
Preferred Qualifications / Skills
- Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, or related field.
- Experience with cutting-edge educational technologies and platforms.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurances; Fitness & Wellness programs (fitness reimbursement).
- Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance.
- Paid vacation (minimum 15 days) plus end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26–Dec 31).
- Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance; 80 hours sick time/year.
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit.
- 401(k) with company matched contributions; Employee stock purchase plan.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per calendar year.
- Employee Resource Groups participation.