Director, Field Medical Affairs

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead, expand, and enhance the national MSL team focused on obesity, establishing goals, KPIs, and strategic territorial plans.

• Act as the primary field medical liaison to cross-functional leadership within Medical, Clinical, and Commercial sectors.

• Contribute to the strategy for engaging US thought leaders and represent MSL leadership during high-level interactions with KOLs.

• Mentor, develop, and manage the performance of MSLs, fostering scientific excellence and strengthening the team.

• Direct the field medical launch strategy for new obesity-related assets.

• Ensure that field operations adhere to regulatory, compliance, and budgetary standards, taking full responsibility for resource distribution.

• Advocate for the field team's necessities, ensuring they are prepared to implement the medical strategy effectively.

• Collaborate with US Medical Affairs leadership, Global Medical Affairs, and cross-functional launch teams to guarantee consistent scientific engagement and execution of the field medical strategy across the region.

• Report directly to Gabe Smolarz, VP of US Medical Affairs.

• Supervise a segment of the combined East/West MSL team, organized geographically by territory.

⛳️ Requirements

• An advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) is mandatory.

• A minimum of 7 years of experience is required, reflecting increased levels of seniority.

• At least 3–5 years of experience in managing or leading MSL teams is necessary.

• Proven experience in product launches is essential.

• A track record of success in building, scaling, and developing high-performing field teams is required.

• A comprehensive understanding of the US regulatory and compliance environment governing field medical activities is crucial.

• Ability to travel domestically up to 40% (field rides, national and regional meetings).

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a reputation for being relatable and enjoyable to work alongside.

• Values inquiry, transparency, and open communication.

🏝️ Benefits

• An inclusive recruitment process.

• A cover letter is not necessary; applicants are encouraged to include a few sentences in their CV expressing their motivation for applying.