Regional Patient Advocacy Manager - Renal

April 11

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Ardelyx, Inc.

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Ardelyx is a biopharmaceutical company focused on creating first-in-class medicines to meet unmet medical needs. The company specializes in therapeutic areas such as chronic kidney disease with hyperphosphatemia and irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C). Ardelyx is committed to patient care, innovation, and collaboration with the community, aiming to improve quality of life for patients through novel treatments. With core values of fearlessness, passion, dedication, and inclusivity, Ardelyx fosters a respectful and inclusive workplace. The company is engaged in clinical trials and partnerships to support its mission of patient-centered medical advancement.

201 - 500 employees

Founded 2007

🧬 Biotechnology

💊 Pharmaceuticals

⚕️ Healthcare Insurance

📋 Description

•Ardelyx is a publicly traded commercial biopharmaceutical company founded with a mission to discover, develop and commercialize innovative first-in-class medicines that meet significant unmet medical needs. •Purpose of the role: Ardelyx is seeking a passionate individual who works with integrity and determination, to make a difference for patients. •The State Alliance Manager will be responsible for engaging state and local renal advocates, across the Western US, to execute patient centric programs in close alignment with our renal business leaders. •This person will skillfully build and engage a community of advocates across their assigned region to support the needs of patients and advance our company's goals. •Build and expand relationships with renal patient advocates and advocacy groups across the assigned region. •Drive the strategic planning and execution of disease-focused advocacy initiatives that align with Ardelyx's patient-first mission and cross-functional goals. •Monitor program effectiveness by tracking key performance indicators and providing regular updates on strategy, charitable giving, advocacy involvement, and budget management. •Organize and lead patient-centric events, forums, panels, and meetings to foster trust and community engagement with patients and advocacy organizations. •Develop and manage high-quality educational materials, tools, and programs aimed at enhancing patient engagement, ensuring clear and impactful communication with both internal teams and external stakeholders. •Represent Ardelyx at key advocacy events, strengthening relationships within the patient advocacy community and reinforcing the company's commitment to patient-centered innovation.

🎯 Requirements

•Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of patient advocacy or related experience in the pharmaceutical industry •Will consider 12+ years of community engagement and advocacy directed activities will be considered in lieu of college degree •Proven ability to create results within the context of relationship management •Excellent communication skills, adaptability in high-pressure environments, and expertise in strategic planning and stakeholder relationship management across a diverse range of partners •A high level of energy and passion toward patients, science and public health •Proven teamwork and collaboration skills, with a demonstrated ability to interact and influence all levels of business •Passion, dedication and commitment to patient centricity •A desire to work in the corporate culture of a highly innovative company aimed at redefining health and transforming lives with new medicines •Ability to travel up to 50%

🏖️ Benefits

•401(k) plan with generous employer match •12 weeks of paid parental leave •Up to 12 weeks of living organ and bone marrow leave •Equity incentive plans •Health plans (medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision) •Life insurance and disability •Flexible time off •Annual Winter Holiday shut down •At least 11 paid holidays