Cogent Biosciences
Director, Commercial Training
Cogent Biosciences, Waltham, Massachusetts, United States, 02254
Cogent Biosciences is a publicly traded biotechnology company dedicated to developing precision therapies for genetically defined diseases. By leveraging validated biology and a rational drug discovery approach, Cogent aims to create real solutions that address the underlying drivers of disease and offer meaningful hope to patients.
The company’s lead therapeutic candidate, bezuclastinib, is a highly selective tyrosine kinase inhibitor designed to potently target KIT D816V and other mutations in KIT exon 17. These mutations are known drivers of systemic mastocytosis (SM) and advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) - both serious conditions driven by oncogenic KIT signaling.
About the Role
The Director of Commercial Training is responsible for leading the strategic design, development, and execution of learning programs that enable commercial excellence across Cogent’s commercial organization to prepare for the launch of bezuclastinib. Responsibilities
Act as the key strategic advisor to senior commercial leadership on ensuring the executional readiness and continuous improvement of the commercial organization to effectively launch Cogent Biosciences’ first product, bezuclastinib. Design and implement comprehensive training strategies to support product launches, including rare disease and specialty therapeutics. Develop and deliver sales training programs covering disease state education, product knowledge, selling skills, and digital tools. Lead instructional design efforts, integrating adult learning principles and innovative modalities (e.g., virtual, in-person, microlearning). Manage Learning Management System (LMS) content and ensure seamless delivery and tracking of training initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Compliance, and HR to align training with business objectives. Develop the training plan in integrating new systems, processes, platforms or ways of working for the commercial teams (ex: new CRM features or capabilities). Establish performance metrics and feedback loops to measure training effectiveness and field readiness. Elevate L&D planning by identifying gaps, provide recommendations and implement a plan that will enhance current capabilities for the future. Oversee vendor relationships and budget planning for external training partners and resources. Support POA meetings, field communications, and continuous learning initiatives. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business, Education, or related field; advanced degree preferred. 8+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry, with a focus on commercial training and learning & development. Proven experience in launch readiness and sales force enablement in rare disease, oncology, or specialty therapeutics. Ability to set priorities, deliver on deadlines and develop workflow processes and tasks in an evolving, dynamic marketplace. Strong analytical skills and budget management. Ability to design and deliver tailored strategies and frameworks to a diverse set of stakeholders. Expertise in instructional design, adult learning principles, and LMS platforms. Strong project management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Ability to analyze performance data and translate insights into actionable training improvements. Experience managing vendors and training budgets. We offer a generous benefits package that includes competitive pay, performance-based bonus, stock options, insurance coverage (health, dental, life, and disability), competitive time-off, a 401(k) plan, and commuter/parking benefits. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to have a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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The Director of Commercial Training is responsible for leading the strategic design, development, and execution of learning programs that enable commercial excellence across Cogent’s commercial organization to prepare for the launch of bezuclastinib. Responsibilities
Act as the key strategic advisor to senior commercial leadership on ensuring the executional readiness and continuous improvement of the commercial organization to effectively launch Cogent Biosciences’ first product, bezuclastinib. Design and implement comprehensive training strategies to support product launches, including rare disease and specialty therapeutics. Develop and deliver sales training programs covering disease state education, product knowledge, selling skills, and digital tools. Lead instructional design efforts, integrating adult learning principles and innovative modalities (e.g., virtual, in-person, microlearning). Manage Learning Management System (LMS) content and ensure seamless delivery and tracking of training initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Compliance, and HR to align training with business objectives. Develop the training plan in integrating new systems, processes, platforms or ways of working for the commercial teams (ex: new CRM features or capabilities). Establish performance metrics and feedback loops to measure training effectiveness and field readiness. Elevate L&D planning by identifying gaps, provide recommendations and implement a plan that will enhance current capabilities for the future. Oversee vendor relationships and budget planning for external training partners and resources. Support POA meetings, field communications, and continuous learning initiatives. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business, Education, or related field; advanced degree preferred. 8+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry, with a focus on commercial training and learning & development. Proven experience in launch readiness and sales force enablement in rare disease, oncology, or specialty therapeutics. Ability to set priorities, deliver on deadlines and develop workflow processes and tasks in an evolving, dynamic marketplace. Strong analytical skills and budget management. Ability to design and deliver tailored strategies and frameworks to a diverse set of stakeholders. Expertise in instructional design, adult learning principles, and LMS platforms. Strong project management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Ability to analyze performance data and translate insights into actionable training improvements. Experience managing vendors and training budgets. We offer a generous benefits package that includes competitive pay, performance-based bonus, stock options, insurance coverage (health, dental, life, and disability), competitive time-off, a 401(k) plan, and commuter/parking benefits. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to have a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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