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Why Join Us?   Be a hero for our rare disease patients   At Ultragenyx, we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. To achieve this goal, our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us, this means going where other biopharma companies won’t go – challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.    Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people, so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth – so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives, in and outside of work. Ultimately, we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family, friends and children to work.   If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career, and grow a lot, both professionally and personally, come join our team . Position Summary: ultra dedicated – Your biggest challenges yield rare possibilities The Senior Director, Development Training & Enablement (Medical & Scientific Focus) is a  key strategic leader  within Training, Change Management, and Communications supporting the Global Development Organization. This role is accountable for  shaping and advancing the enterprise training strategy, operating model, and multi-year roadmap for medical and scientific capability  building across Development including Medical Affairs. The Senior Director partners with senior and executive leaders to understand current and future capabilities  required , and  ensuring  strong alignment with organizational priorities, evolving portfolio needs, and scientific landscape. The role translates these needs into  prioritized, scalable, and measurable training programs  that strengthen role readiness, scientific  excellence  and organizational performance.    As a trusted strategic partner and advisor, this role  provides  strategic leadership and oversight  of training programs that enhance capabilities across medical and scientific functions, while  maintaining  a close connection to field medical effectiveness, to deliver on current priorities and prepare for future portfolio needs.    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: 1. Strategy & Portfolio Alignment    Drive the development and evolution of multi-year medical and scientific training strategy and roadmap aligned with Development and enterprise priorities, portfolio strategy, and  Medical Affairs strategy.    Translate enterprise and functional strategy into actionable training plans , ensuring effective execution and measurable impact.   Provide strategic oversight of training frameworks, curriculum, systems , and delivery approaches, ensuring scalability and consistency across both field and development-facing roles.   2. Executive Partnership & Governance    Partner with senior and executive stakeholders across Development, Medical Affairs, and cross-functional teams  to shape priorities and align training strategy with broader organizational objectives and priorities.