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Regional Account Manager, Gateway - GEM

Join Mirum Pharmaceuticals as a Regional Account Manager to drive business strategies in the rare disease market.

Location
Chicago, IL
Compensation
Not disclosed
Level
senior
Type
full time · Hybrid

Posted by employer 3 days ago

First seen on Joblaze 2 days ago

Last verified on the company career page 4 hours ago

What you'll build

  • Develops and implements strategic region-level business plans
  • Collaborates cross-functionally with internal stakeholders
  • Drives innovative approaches to business challenges
  • Improves diagnosis rates of on-label indications
  • Creates and implements organizationally approved business plans

Must have

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
  • 3 years of field-based experience in account management, sales, and/or field reimbursement

Nice to have

  • Experience in specialty, genetics, or rare disease markets strongly preferred
  • Proven success in product launches
  • Experience navigating complex rare disease patient journeys

Practical constraints

  • Ability to travel frequently (up to 70% overnight)

Requirements

Experience
5+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree

Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.

Joblaze summary

The Regional Account Manager at Mirum Pharmaceuticals is responsible for developing and executing strategic business plans within their assigned territory, focusing on key medical specialists. This role requires a strong background in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, particularly in specialty and rare disease markets, along with proven account management and sales skills. Ideal candidates are experienced professionals who can navigate complex patient journeys and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The position emphasizes a commitment to compliance and customer experience while driving innovative solutions.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed 2 days ago — first seen on Joblaze September 19, 2026. Last confirmed on Mirum Pharmaceuticals's careers page September 21, 2026.

Quick facts

Is the Regional Account Manager, Gateway - GEM role remote?
It's hybrid — Mirum Pharmaceuticals expects some on-site time in Chicago, IL.
How much experience is required?
At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Regional Account Manager, Gateway - GEM role.
Where is the role based?
Mirum Pharmaceuticals is hiring for this position in Chicago, IL.
What seniority level is this role?
Mirum Pharmaceuticals targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Regional Account Manager, Gateway - GEM role at Mirum Pharmaceuticals.

From the original posting

MISSION

POSITION SUMMARY

The Regional Account Manager, Gateway (RAM) is a key field position and will have the opportunity to run their own business within their assigned region. Reporting to the Area Business Director, West, this individual will possess experience in business ownership, leadership, analytics, and the implementation of innovative solutions. The RAM will formulate an effective regional strategy focusing on Geneticist, Endocrinology, and Metabolic Specialist as their core customers. They will be tasked with establishing short- and long-term business tactics. It will be the responsibility of the RAM to identify key priorities within territories and create and implement business plan that is organizationally approved and fully compliant with all laws. The RAM will be accountable for improving diagnosis rates of all on label indications within their region, growing sales, and effectively partnering across the organization to ensure all goals are met.

The successful RAM will have courage, talent and dedication to seek solutions that can make a meaningful impact within territory or broader team. The ideal candidates are detail orientated, self-structured in their approach to their work, with the ability to manage relationships at all levels. The RAM will have proven presentation and partner management skills and thrive in a rapid paced and dynamic environment within a culture that relies on a patient centric and teamwork orientated approach.

***Gateway territory includes IL, WI, MN, IA, and Eastern MO. Preferred candidate location is the Chicagoland area; however, the right candidate will be considered.**

JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Understands and effectively communicates complex scientific information
  • Develops and implements strategic region-level business plans
  • Collaborates cross-functionally with internal stakeholders (e.g., Marketing, Market Access, Medical, Operations, Compliance)
  • Drives innovative, accountable, and entrepreneurial approaches to business challenges
  • Demonstrates strong organizational and time management skills
  • Exhibits a strong commitment to customer experience and standards of excellence
  • Applies strong business acumen to inform decision-making
  • Demonstrates high integrity and adherence to compliance standards
  • Demonstrates adaptability and effectiveness in fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environments

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, including 3 years of field-based experience in account management, sales, and/or field reimbursement
  • Experience in specialty, genetics, or rare disease markets strongly preferred
  • Proven success in product launches, ideally with first-in-class therapies and in competitive markets
  • Experience navigating complex rare disease patient journeys, including diagnosis, referral pathways, and access challenges
  • Experience working in ambiguous environments requiring cross-specialty coordination for patient identification
  • Experience managing a large multi-state geography preferred
  • Ability to travel frequently (up to 70% overnight) and maintain a valid driver’s license

#LI-REMOTE

Mirum Pharmaceuticals is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, age, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability, veteran’s status or any other classification protected by applicable State/Federal/Local laws.

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