Rare Disease Sales Specialist (Los Angeles East Territory)

Role: Rare Disease Sales Specialist responsible for launching and promoting Vera’s atacicept in the nephrology market, primarily focusing on IgA nephropathy in the Los Angeles East territory. Responsibilities include developing territory strategies, engaging nephrologists and treatment centers, educating healthcare professionals on atacicept’s mechanism, efficacy, and safety, and fostering relationships with community and academic centers. The role requires cross-functional collaboration with medical, reimbursement, and patient support teams to ensure optimal patient access. Operational duties encompass CRM management, compliance, and achieving sales targets. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree; 5+ years in biotech/pharma sales, with at least 3 years in rare diseases or specialty markets, preferably nephrology; proven success in product launches and competitive selling; strong scientific communication skills; ability to manage territory and collaborate across functions; valid driver’s license. High-Value: Focus on rare kidney disease (IgA nephropathy), biologic product launch, specialty therapeutic area, with a significant travel component (~60%). Work setup involves field-based activity within the assigned territory.