Rare Conditions Account Manager
Ascendis Pharma
September 26, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Chicago, IL
Sales
Role: Rare Condition Account Manager (RCAM) responsible for building strategic relationships within targeted health systems to promote Ascendis’ rare disease therapies. Responsibilities: engage healthcare professionals, educate on product indications, develop territory business plans, collaborate cross-functionally with teams like Medical Affairs, Market Access, and Patient Services, and provide insights on market trends and competitor activity. Drive therapy adoption and support patient access through education and stakeholder engagement. Requirements: bachelor’s degree (advanced preferred), 5+ years in strategic account management, market access, or health system sales in rare diseases or biotech, with proven stakeholder influence and clinical knowledge. High-Value: focus on ultra-rare diseases, specialty pharma, with experience supporting product launches or access strategies; 70% travel required covering large geographic areas. Work setup: field-based with regional travel.