Job Description
Clinical Nurse Educator About Krystal Bio: At Krystal Biotech, we bring together the brightest and most eager minds to relentlessly pursue the discovery, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of genetic medicines to treat diseases with high unmet medical needs.
Founded in 2016, Krystal is distinguished in three powerful ways: science and technology using our patented gene therapy platform, innovative manufacturing supported by our commercial scale facilities, and a unique commercialization model that focuses on the patient’s end to end experience.
Krystal received U.S. FDA approval for the first and only redosable gene therapy treatment, VYJUVEK®, for the treatment of Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa (DEB). Krystal continues to leverage our proprietary platform to rapidly advance a robust pipeline of investigational genetic medicines in respiratory, oncology, dermatology, and ophthalmology.
Krystal is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA which is home to our two state-of-the-art CGMP manufacturing facilities with teams around the world and satellite offices in Switzerland, Germany, and Japan. We are a company built and run by people who care, are fearless in the face of a challenge, love the work they do, and practice the highest level of scientific integrity. As we grow, we are seeking team members that embody these values.
Job Description Summary: Krystal Biotech, Inc is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Nurse Educator to join our dynamic Clinical Operations team. The Educator will play a pivotal role in delivering curriculum to a diverse group, including healthcare professionals, staff, pediatric patients and caregivers. The ideal candidate will become a subject matter expert on our rare disease treatments and will be responsible for developing and maintaining a comprehensive clinical information repository.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: - Deliver expert training on a pre-approved curriculum to various audiences, including healthcare professionals, field personnel, patients, caregivers, and office staff.
- Become a primary point of contact for field nurses and clinical staff, fielding and responding to treatment-related inquiries as a SME and escalating when necessary.
- Develop resource materials and communication plans to help healthcare professionals and families understand therapy procedures, potential outcomes, and ongoing care requirements.
- Create and maintain a clinical repository with rigorous documentation practices; Collaborate with teams to integrate new findings and advancements into clinical practice and training materials.
- Become an in-house expert on our treatments, staying abreast of the latest developments in rare diseases and gene therapy.
- Provide comprehensive education on prescribed gene therapy products and recommend resources for patients and caregivers.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with healthcare providers, office staff, and other clinical staff, proactively addressing their needs.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure a holistic approach to patient care and family support.
- Ensure all activities and programs are conducted in full regulatory compliance; ensure proper documentation and protocols are being followed.
- Provide support to the Clinical Operations team by assisting with investigative site visits including monitoring and ensure that the sites are following applicable guidelines including GCP and protocol requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements and Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred, or RN with equivalent experience.
- 1-3 years of experience in clinical nursing, preferably in pediatrics.
- Biotech/Pharma industry experience is a plus.
- Proven track record in clinical education or training.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with numerous cross-functional partners/key stakeholders to deliver an optimized patient experience.
- Strong presentation skills and experience with a wide range of audiences.
- Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and IXRS/EDC platforms)
- The ability to manage multiple priorities, while maintaining attention to detail is critical.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and resources, meet deadlines, and be flexible to changing priorities.
- Ability to travel as required (up to 25% during peak periods).
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this Web site or directly to managers. Krystal Biotech, Inc. does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. Krystal Biotech, Inc. will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Krystal Biotech, Inc.
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Full time, Work at office, Flexible hours,