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Ultragenyx is seeking a highly motivated individual to support our Legal Department-Policy, Government and Public Affairs team to continue developing communication materials to help tell our story to key global, federal, state and local policymakers. The ideal candidate demonstrates critical and solution based thinking skills, works collaboratively cross-departments and enjoys a dynamic environment. This position will report to the Executive Director, Public Affairs.
Work Model:Remote: Officially documented as working full-time from home, with travel to Ultragenyx's offices or other locations on occasion as needed.
Responsibilities:- Research and track federal and legislation and summarize activity on key issues related to rare disease policy and advocacy
- Support trade association activity on a state and federal level, including gene therapy issue engagement
- Support state government affairs and molecular diagnostics team on newborn screening issues at the federal and state levels, including development of reports and issue analysis
- Current bachelor or Master’s degree in Business, Communications, Healthcare or Public Policy-related work
- Proficiency in MS applications such as Power Point, Word, and Excel
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Ability to write clearly and effectively
- Ability to manage vendor contractor activity on time-sensitive deadlines
- Exceptional teamwork and collaboration skills with internal colleagues and external vendors
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital and veteran status, and any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for all protected statuses or classifications protected by applicable law, including individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, for pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, and based on sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants can request an accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, you may contact Talent Acquisition by emailing us at [email protected].
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Ultragenyx Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA Office
840 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA, United States, 02139
Ultragenyx Waltham, Massachusetts, USA Office
303 Wyman St, Waltham, MA, United States, 02451
Ultragenyx Woburn, Massachusetts, USA Office
19 Presidential Way, Woburn, MA, United States, 01801
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