Job Description

Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, and with offices in Boston, Massachusetts, and Dublin, Ireland, Ionis has been at work for more than three decades discovering medical breakthroughs that have redefined life for people with serious diseases. We're pioneers in RNA-targeted medicines, and our platform continues to revolutionize drug discovery and transform lives for patients with unmet needs. With multiple marketed medicines and a leading pipeline in neurology, cardiology and select areas of high patient needs, we continue to drive innovation in RNA therapies in addition to advancing new approaches in gene editing to provide greater value to patients and are well positioned financially to deliver on our strategic goals.

At Ionis, we pride ourselves on cultivating a challenging, motivating and rewarding environment that fosters innovation and scientific excellence. We know that our success is a direct result of the exceptional talents and dedication of our employees.

With an unprecedented opportunity to change the course of human health, we look to add diverse individuals, skill sets and perspectives to our exceptional team. We continue to invest time, money and energy into making our onsite, hybrid and remote work environments a place where solid and lasting relationships are built and where our culture and employees can thrive.

We're building on our rich history, and we believe our greatest achievements are ahead of us. If you're passionate about the opportunity to have meaningful impact on patients in need, we invite you to apply and join us. Experience and contribute to our unique culture while you develop and expand your career!

TEMP MEDICAL TRAINING SPECIALIST, MEDICAL AFFAIRS OPERATIONS

SUMMARY:

The Medical Affairs Training Specialist will play a critical role in supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of Medical Affairs training initiatives across Cardiometabolic, Specialty Rare, and Neurology therapeutic areas. This role requires strong project management capabilities to ensure seamless delivery of training programs, effective cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to timelines and industry standards.

This position sits within the Medical Affairs Operations group, which supports core operational areas including Medical Training, Medical Information, Medical Review, Medical Grants, Expanded Access, and Budget Management. While the primary focus will be on supporting training initiatives, the individual may also be asked to assist with other operations-related projects as needed, based on business priorities and team bandwidth.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled in managing complex initiatives across multiple stakeholders. While a solid understanding of scientific content is necessary, this role is designed for someone who excels in driving operational excellence through structured project oversight and process improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead project management activities related to the development and deployment of Medical Affairs training initiatives, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder alignment are met.
• Serve as the central coordinator for training activities, collaborating with multiple internal parties (i.e., Medical Strategy, Field Medical, Scientific Communications, Medical Information) and external agencies and Key Opinion Leaders.
• Maintain and update project plans, timelines, and status trackers for training-related initiatives, proactively flag risks, and drive issue resolution.
• Support the operational execution of training activities, including vendor management, budget tracking, scheduling, documentation, and meeting facilitation.
• Oversee content management and coordination with LMS administrators to ensure training modules are uploaded, assigned, and maintained appropriately.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of training materials by ensuring clarity, consistency, and formatting, while ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather feedback and incorporate learnings into future training processes and content improvements.
• Track, analyze, and report on training engagement and effectiveness metrics to inform strategy and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain a high-level understanding of scientific content to ensure effective project execution in collaboration with scientific subject matter experts.
• As a member of the Medical Affairs Operations team, support additional operational initiatives as needed, including projects related to Medical Information, Grants, Material Review, Expanded Access, or Budget Management.

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in science (Pharm.D, Ph.D., NP, PA, etc.) education, or a related field preferred.
• 6-10 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, including at least 3 years in project management, training operations, or program coordination roles.
• Experience working in LMS systems and learning technologies.
• Experience supporting Medical Affairs or other scientific teams in a matrixed environment

CORE SKILLS:

• Demonstrated project management expertise, including use of tools such as Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, or equivalent platforms.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and execute multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and proactive approach.
• Working knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and compliance standards for medical education.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position offers the opportunity to play a vital role in the successful launch and evolution of training strategies across multiple therapeutic areas. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative culture that values innovation, accountability, and operational excellence. You'll work closely with subject matter experts and cross-functional partners to help deliver impactful training that supports Ionis' mission of bringing transformational therapies to patients.

For more information about Ionis and to apply for this position, please visit our website, . Reference Requisition #TEMPO003785

The hourly pay scale for this position is $71.00/hour to $90.00/hour

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. PRINCIPALS ONLY.

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Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Remote work,

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