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Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc.

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201 - 500 employees

🧬 Biotechnology

💊 Pharmaceuticals

🔬 Science

💰 $300M Post-IPO Equity - Xenon Pharmaceuticals on 2023-11

Biotechnology • Pharmaceuticals • Science

Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on neuroscience drug discovery and development. It leverages human genetics, ion-channel biology, and novel chemistries to create selective modulators of central and peripheral nervous system ion channels. Its lead late-stage investigational candidate, azetukalner, is being developed for epilepsy and depression. The company emphasizes patient-centered research, clinical trials, and support for people affected by neurological and psychiatric disorders.

📋 Description

• Define and execute a holistic commercial learning strategy aligned to business priorities and go-to-market objectives • Design and implement comprehensive training programs across: Product, disease state, and market access education; Selling skills and account-based engagement models; Systems and tools training • Build structured learning journeys spanning onboarding, advanced development, and ongoing capability enhancement • Translate strategic priorities into role-specific, applied learning experiences • Own training readiness for launch, including curriculum design, certification, and delivery • Partner with Sales and Marketing to align training to brand strategy, messaging, and milestones • Ensure field teams are fully prepared with the knowledge and skills required to execute from day one • Design and implement leadership development programs for Regional Sales Managers and emerging leaders • Equip front-line leaders with frameworks, tools, and approaches to effectively coach and develop their teams • Develop high-quality, engaging learning experiences including workshops, virtual sessions, simulations, and e-learning • Assess field capability using structured assessments, training metrics, and input from field leadership and execution teams • Measure training effectiveness through knowledge outcomes, skill development, and readiness indicators • Lead the learning strategy and training components of national and regional meetings • Develop and propose short- and long-term objectives for the function in accordance with overall Company strategies and plans • Plan and manage budget proposals and approved budgets in accordance with the Company’s strategic and operating plans and Finance policies

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred • 10+ years of biopharma commercial experience across sales, training, learning & development, or commercial operations • Proven experience designing and delivering commercial training programs aligned to launch and performance outcomes • Deep understanding of adult learning principles and commercial field models • Experience developing leadership programs for front-line leaders • Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills • Ability to translate business strategy into measurable capability programs • Experience with learning systems and platforms preferred • Willingness to travel up to 40%-50%

🏖️ Benefits

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Short- & long-term disability • Accidental death & dismemberment • Life insurance programs • Employee Assistance Program • Travel insurance • Retirement savings programs with company matching contributions • Paid vacation time • Personal days • Sick days • End-of-year company shutdown • Tuition Assistance program for advanced degrees