[Hiring] Senior Director, North American Field Medical Affairs @Therakos

Role Description

The Sr. Director, US Medical Science Liaison will serve as scientific and clinical expert, identifying and building trusted relationships with KOLs and ECP advocates, and identifying/supporting opportunities for clinical trials.

The role is responsible for leading and overseeing the field-based medical science liaison team within the Medical Affairs department. This position plays a critical role in building scientific relationships with key opinion leaders, supporting strategic medical objectives, and disseminating up-to-date clinical and scientific information to healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment with organizational goals while maintaining the highest standards of scientific integrity and compliance.

Qualifications

• Strong scientific and clinical knowledge in relevant therapeutic areas
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Leadership and team management experience
• Proficiency in interpreting and disseminating complex clinical data
• High level of integrity and commitment to compliance
• Effective cross-functional collaboration skills
• Adaptability in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Strong organizational and project management skills

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare industry, preferably in a medical affairs or clinical development role.
• Demonstrated track record of successfully collaborating with cross-functional teams and leading projects from inception to completion.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with key opinion leaders and managing external partnerships.
• Prior experience managing MSLs.

Education

• Advanced degree (MD, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent) in a relevant scientific or medical field is required.
• Additional certifications or training in clinical research, regulatory affairs, or medical affairs are considered an asset.