Associate Director, Commercial Learning and Development - Skeletal Conditions

Company: BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
Location: San Rafael
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Who We Are BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities. Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options. About Commercial Be part of the worldwide infrastructure that gets our drugs to underserved patients around the world. Our global sales force solidifies BioMarin’s commercial presence in the United States and Europe and is rapidly growing in other regions, such as South America, EuMEA, and Asia-Pacific. Future-Ready Careers. Real-World Impact. We’re not just building training programs. We’re building a future-ready learning ecosystem that blends science, creativity, and technology to elevate the capability of every commercial team member — everywhere in the world. Our Vision To be the most innovative Commercial Learning & Development team in the biopharma industry; setting the global standard for launch readiness, capability transformation, and AI-powered learning experiences; making a profound difference in patients world-wide. Role Summary Can be Remote or Local hybrid The Associate Director, Learning & Development – Commercial Skeletal Conditions (US) is a critical commercial capability leader responsible for building and delivering high-impact, compliant learning solutions that drive field performance and patient impact. This role is not a traditional training role. It is a hands-on, business-embedded leader who translates brand strategy into capability, elevates field effectiveness, and ensures audit-ready execution at all times. The individual will play a foundational role in new hire onboarding, launch readiness, and continuous upskilling , while helping shape the future of learning through innovative, scalable approaches. Above all, your leadership will ensure BioMarin’s commercial teams are capability-ready to compete and win and that every learning initiative translates into better outcomes for patients with rare skeletal conditions. What You’ll Own 1. Business-Aligned Capability Strategy Act as the primary learning partner to the US Skeletal Conditions business Translate brand strategy, POA priorities, and field needs into targeted learning plans Build role-based capability journeys across: Scientific fluency & objection handling Competitive readiness HCP engagement & selling excellence Digital enablement 2. New Hire Training Excellence (Foundational Priority) Own new hire onboarding for Skeletal Conditions Design structured, compliant onboarding journeys that accelerate time-to-productivity and early retention Integrate disease, product, and skills into a cohesive learning experience Continuously evolve onboarding based on field performance and feedback 3. Hands-On Program Design & Delivery Design and deliver high-quality learning across modalities: Live (in-person & virtual) Workshops and simulations Digital and on-demand experiences Lead execution of: Product & disease training Launch readiness POA and ongoing field upskilling Step in immediately to fill critical gaps and facilitate training when needed 4. Compliance & Audit Readiness Ensure all training is fully compliant and inspection-ready Partner with MLR/PRB to review and approve content Maintain training material, records, and documentation within compliant systems Ensure required training is delivered, tracked, and defensible 5. Innovation, Growth Mindset & Modern Learning Bring a growth mindset to continuously evolve the learning experience Leverage modern approaches to improve learner engagement and retention, including: AI-powered coaching and simulations Microlearning and in-the-flow-of-work enablement Identify opportunities to modernize how learning is designed, delivered, and reinforced Champion experimentation with emerging technologies while maintaining validation and compliance standards 6. Measurement & Business Impact Define and track metrics tied to performance: Time-to-proficiency (20% reduction in first 12 months) Training compliance (100% audit-ready training records and required training completion) Learner engagement and retention Field confidence and effectiveness Use insights to continuously optimize programs Communicate impact to senior stakeholders 7. Global Alignment & Scale Partner closely with Global Commercial Learning & Development peers supporting Skeletal Conditions Share US best practices, insights, and assets to drive global consistency Identify and eliminate redundant training efforts across regions 8. Cross-Functional Leadership Partner closely with Marketing, Medical, Market Access, Compliance, and Field Leadership Ensure alignment between learning, strategy, and execution Act as a trusted advisor on capability development Standout Skills Enterprise Facilitator – Confidently leads onboarding sessions, POA training, and virtual/global classrooms with executive presence and energy. Content Architect – Designs scalable, high-quality learning assets across modalities while maintaining brand and compliance standards. Product & Scientific Translator – Converts complex disease and product information into clear, actionable learning experiences. Patient-Centric Professional – Anchors all learning strategies in empathy and a commitment to improving outcomes for patients with rare diseases. Global Program Operator – Balances US needs with global consistency, ensuring smooth cross-regional execution. Collaborative Influencer – Builds strong partnerships across Leadership, Field, Marketing, Medical Affairs, Compliance, and HR without direct authority. PRB & Compliance Navigator – Expertly manages content approval workflows, audit trails, and compliant-by-design processes. Digital Transformation Advocate – Drives adoption of modern platforms, microlearning strategies, and AI-enabled tools that improve learner engagement and retention. Operational Executor – Owns contracts, vendor coordination, timelines, and logistics with precision and accountability. What You Bring 8–10 years in Commercial Learning & Development, Sales Training, or Commercial Enablement Rare disease biopharma experience strongly preferred Proven ability to design, deliver, and scale learning programs Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory environments Demonstrated growth mindset and passion for innovation , including use of AI tools Exceptional facilitation and stakeholder management skills Success in This Role Looks Like New hires ramp faster and perform with confidence Field teams demonstrate stronger, more consistent execution Training is audit-ready with zero compliance risk Learning experiences are modern, engaging, and drive retention Global teams benefit from shared best practices and reduced redundancy The business sees L&D as a strategic performance drive, not a support function Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Can be Remote or Local hybrid

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