Associate Director, Sales Training at Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

200000.0

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales Training, Adult Learning Principles, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Field Coaching, Instructional Design, Facilitation Skills, Project Management, Communication Skills, Compliance, Feedback Capture, Training Development, Market Access, EHR Resources, Team Alignment, Presentation Skills, Training Strategy

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARWR) is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company that develops medicines that treat intractable diseases by silencing the genes that cause them. Using a broad portfolio of RNA chemistries and efficient modes of delivery, Arrowhead therapies trigger the RNA interference mechanism to induce rapid, deep, and durable knockdown of target genes. RNA interference, or RNAi, is a mechanism present in living cells that inhibits the expression of a specific gene, thereby affecting the production of a specific protein. Arrowhead’s RNAi-based therapeutics leverage this natural pathway of gene silencing. Arrowhead is focused on developing innovative drugs for diseases with a genetic basis, typically characterized by the overproduction of one or more proteins that are involved with disease. The depth and versatility of our RNAi technologies enables us to potentially address conditions in virtually any therapeutic area and pursue disease targets that are not otherwise addressable by small molecules and biologics. Arrowhead is leading the field in bringing the promise of RNAi to address diseases outside of the liver, and our clinical pipeline includes disease targets in the liver and lung with a promising pipeline of preclinical candidates. Arrowhead’s corporate headquarters is in Pasadena, CA with research and development teams in Madison, WI & San Diego, CA, and a state of the art manufacturing facility in Verona, WI. Our employees are nimble, science-driven innovators who are collaborating to bring new therapies to patients in need. The Position Let’s do something amazing together! The Sales Trainer, Associate Director will play a pivotal role in the commercial launch of Arrowhead’s leading investigational cardiometabolic medicine – Plozasiran (siRNA targeting APOC3). This product has demonstrated compelling clinical data to date and is in late-stage development for the treatment of various grievous conditions, including Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS) and Severe Hypertriglyceridemia (SHTG). Over time, the role will expand to cover additional indications and products in the Arrowhead portfolio. The Sales Trainer plays a pivotal role in shaping the effectiveness of the commercial organization by driving a holistic training strategy that equips field teams with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to excel. Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Global Marketing and Sales, you will leverage your expertise in adult learning principles, cross-functional collaboration, and field coaching to deliver impactful training that drives field excellence, strengthens compliance, and ultimately enhances patient outcomes. This role is a field-based role, which requires travel and frequent trips to Arrowhead’s headquarters in Pasadena, California. Responsibilities Design and lead the sales training strategy, applying adult learning principles to maximize field impact. Develop comprehensive training materials to support Marketing, Market Access, and EHR resources. Develop EHR patient-finding resources, partnering with the EHR agency and sales leadership. Facilitate training programs across all commercial field teams, including Sales and FRNs, to ensure field excellence and compliance. Drive the MLR submission process for training deliverables, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and on-time progression through review. Conduct field rides to provide real-time training, identify best practices, and capture training gaps. Manage field training communications, including FAQs and ongoing updates, to ensure alignment and clarity across the commercial team. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required (Education, Business, Life Sciences, or related field preferred). 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare sales training, sales leadership, or commercial learning & development. Experience designing and delivering training using adult learning principles. Strong instructional design skills and ability to translate complex scientific/market access concepts into engaging, field-ready training. Proven facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to engage and motivate diverse field audiences. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong collaboration skills to partner effectively with Marketing, Market Access, Sales, and external vendors. Excellent written and verbal communication, with experience in managing training communications (e.g., FAQs, updates). Commitment to compliance and understanding of MLR (Medical/Legal/Regulatory) processes. Ability to capture feedback, identify training gaps, and continuously improve resources and programs. You may be required to travel ~50% for field rides, training sessions, and meetings. Preferred: National Account experience Master’s / Advanced Degree (MBA, MPH, PharmD) Pay Range $180,000—$200,000 USD Arrowhead provides competitive salaries and an excellent benefit package. All applicants must have authorization to work in the US for a company. California Applicant Privacy Policy

Responsibilities

The Sales Trainer, Associate Director will design and lead the sales training strategy, ensuring field teams are equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge. This role involves facilitating training programs and managing field training communications to enhance compliance and patient outcomes.