[Hiring] MSL Field Medical Director @AbbVie

Role Description

The Field Director, MSL (FD) plans, directs, coordinates and supports the activities of the Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) within a designated geographic region to achieve scientific and business objectives within a therapeutic area of U.S. Medical Affairs. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Coaching and mentoring for a designated number of medical level professionals (MSLs) in a therapeutic region.
• Reporting to a therapeutic Field Medical Lead.
• Working cross-functionally within U.S. Medical Affairs to identify, develop, implement, and monitor MSL strategies and tactics.
• Strategic planning, financial management, personnel management, performance management process, regional awareness and expertise, data analysis, generation of metrics, material management, professional development, training, support, and execution of organizational goals and objectives.

Territory includes: AK, HI, WA, OR, CA, NV, MT, ID, UT, AZ, WY, CO, NM, OK, and North TX. Position must be based from within the territory, ideally near an airport, and with the ability to travel roughly 40% of the time.

Qualifications

• Open to remote candidates in the territory near an international airport.
• Advanced scientific degree required (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent experience).
• Strong understanding of Rheumatology disease area, clinical evidence, and the role of Field Medical within Medical Affairs.
• Experience in Field Medical, Medical Affairs, scientific or healthcare roles within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and developing field-based scientific professionals.
• Experience successfully translating medical strategy into field execution and performance expectations.
• Experience interpreting and leveraging field-identified insights to inform medical or evidence planning.
• Experience collaborating effectively with cross-functional partners within Medical Affairs and the In-Field Team (IFT).
• Ability to travel an estimated 40% of the time.

Requirements

• Leads Field Medical Teams by applying strong scientific knowledge and sound judgment to guide high-quality scientific engagement.
• Coaches and develops scientific capability by providing clear direction, feedback, and role modeling of scientific excellence.
• Translates medical and therapeutic area strategy into actionable regional priorities and execution standards.
• Uses field healthcare professional perspectives, Scientific Intelligence and performance data to inform decision making and continuous improvement of field execution.
• Builds an environment of accountability, trust, and collaboration that supports consistent, compliant scientific engagement.
• Applies strong people leadership skills to motivate, engage, and retain high-performing field medical talent.
• Collaborates with Medical Affairs and Health Impact (MHI) leaders and cross-functional partners to align regional field activity with broader medical objectives.
• Communicates clearly and effectively to connect strategy, expectations, and performance outcomes for Field Medical Teams.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick).
• Medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• Eligible to participate in long-term incentive programs.