Cell Therapy Account Executive

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Our team are passionate in the pursuit of excellence and in pushing the boundaries of cancer therapy and Autoimmune disease to deliver life-changing treatments to patients.

Whilst working at Autolus you will enjoy a flexible, diverse and dynamic working environment which actively promotes creativity, leadership and teamwork – together we are ONE Autolus.

Job Description:

Job Title: Cell Therapy Account Executive  

Reports to: Cell Therapy Executive Director

Department: Commercial

Hours: Full Time

Location: US Massachusetts Remote

About Autolus

Autolus is a biopharmaceutical company, advancing innovative therapies at both clinical and commercial stages of development, focused on next-generation, programmed T cell therapies for the treatment of cancer. Using a broad suite of proprietary and modular T cell programming technologies, the company is engineering precisely targeted, controlled, and highly active T cell therapies designed to better recognize cancer cells, break down their defence mechanisms, and eliminate these cells. Autolus has a pipeline of product candidates in development for the treatment of haematological malignancies, solid tumours, and autoimmune diseases.

Why Autolus

Our team is passionate in the pursuit of excellence and in pushing the boundaries of cancer therapy to deliver life-changing treatments to patients. Whilst working at Autolus you will enjoy a flexible, diverse, and dynamic working environment which actively promotes creativity, leadership and teamwork. In addition to this Autolus is proud to offer a competitive salary, performance related bonus as well as private medical insurance, life assurance, pension and access to an employee share scheme. Autolus promotes flexible working.

Our Promise

Autolus is developing complex, breakthrough therapies for a globally diverse market and equally recognises that diversity amongst our people is critical to our mission. As we draw on our differences, what we’ve experienced, and how we work, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

Role Summary

This role will be covering the Massachusetts (Boston) and Greater New England areas.

The Cell Therapy Account Executive (CTAE) has primary responsibility for developing the relationship with Autolus’ Authorized Treatment Center’s (ATCs) in their respective region and serves as the ATC’s primary point of contact with Autolus. In this role, the CTAE is responsible for driving appropriate utilization of Autolus’ CAR T therapies within the account and ensuring the delivery of a seamless customer experience. To accomplish these goals, the CTAE will cultivate strong relationships with account stakeholders, coordinate all of Autolus’ activities within the ATC, develop Cross-functional strategic account plans and communicate the value of CAR T therapy to key account stakeholders.  

Key Responsibilities 

Manage day-to-day operations within account, including: 

• Build and maintain account profile for each aligned ATC 

• Develop significant business relationships with senior account level leadership, Thought Leaders (TLs) and other decision makers / key stakeholders 

• Serve as primary point of contact for the ATC and collaborate with Autolus colleagues to create a streamlined, organized interface 

• Identify and understand the needs of account stakeholders and collaborate with Autolus cross-functional colleagues (e.g. Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Quality) to find or develop solutions 

Manage day-to-day operations within account, including: 

• Coordinate all Autolus operational activities (e.g. site qualification, site setup, patient treatment) 

• Manage compliance-related activities (e.g. periodic audits) 

• Provide clinical instruction to clinical staff (e.g. AE Management Guide, Package Insert [PI]) 

• Oversee activities in patient treatment areas to ensure Chain of Identify (COI) per SOP protocols 

Drive appropriate utilization within account(s) 

• Assess performance of Autolus’ therapies within account and develop and execute strategic account plans to drive appropriate utilization 

• Working in close collaboration with Marketing and Medical Affairs, routinely meet with key ATC 

stakeholders to educate on the use of Autolus’ therapies and communicate the latest approved messaging and clinical data 

• Maintain clinical expertise in basic principles of Haematology, Immunology, aALL disease and treatment and Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation 

Support key Autolus strategic activities  

• Provide Medical Affairs colleagues with appropriate feedback and insights from interactions with healthcare professionals (HCPs) 

• Provide support at professional meetings, including staffing exhibits, reporting on scientific sessions, and facilitating meetings with TLs 

• Facilitate and provide timely feedback to appropriate Autolus management regarding account business trends, changes in the therapeutic landscape, industry issues and business opportunities 

• Cultivate relationships and actively participate in grassroots advocacy / engagement activities within territory to align with regional and national initiatives 

• Operate in compliance with all laws, regulations and policies that govern the conduct of Autolus activities 

• Identify, communicate and manage site specific symposiums and clinical opportunities dealing with aALL and CAR-T. 

Demonstrated skills and competencies 

E – Essential  

P – Preferred 

Experience 

• Demonstrated record of successful CAR-T Oncology Account Management within academic and non-academic setting (P) 

• Experienced leader with CAR T launch experience with 1 or more CAR T Products in the US (P) 

• Proven history of leading cross-functional teams and cultivating B2B opportunities (P) 

• Experienced in attaining customer insights and driving change in day-to-day operations (P) 

• Ability to operate in an environment with little direction and produce exceptional results (P) 

• Extensive overnight travel required (E ) 

Qualifications  

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject, plus breadth of experience  

Skills/Specialist knowledge 

• Demonstrated record of successful account management in large accounts (direct or indirect line leadership experience) and strong brand differentiation skills 

• Deep clinical expertise in haematology / oncology disease and understanding of treatment landscape (5 – 7 years of experience) 

• Strong clinical understanding of cell therapy and ability to manage complex treatment logistics 

• Ability to appropriately access and handle business information in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and / or Autolus policies 

Autolus Leadership Behaviours (incorporating Core Competencies) 

Clarify direction and inspire; Using good judgement to set clear and compelling goals that show your team how their work contributes to our purpose and strategy 

Deliver goals and plans; Creating joint plans with your team to deliver your goals, holding yourself and others accountable for delivering quality results  

Work collaboratively; Cultivating a network of relationships across the organisation and building high performing teams based on mutual trust and respect 

Optimise potential; Creating a healthy, engaged and empowered working environment that invests in people and their development. 

Role Model our values; Acting as a role model ensuring everything you do is in line with our values of respect, integrity, focus and breakthrough 

The salary range for this position is: $182,000- $240,000 Autolus considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary.  

Autolus is committed to the protection of the personal information that we collect & process and we are fully compliant with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) 

Autolus is committed to providing an inclusive and fair workplace for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We also provide reasonable accommodations where appropriate.  

Autolus is committed to the protection of the personal information that we collect & process and we are fully compliant with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).

Autolus is committed to providing an inclusive and fair workplace for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We also provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

Autolus’ success is driven by equality and inclusion; we believe all voices are of equal value and must be heard. Whilst operating with focus and integrity, we are committed to improving diversity and inclusion within our business and our industry.