National Director – Field Medical

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

📋 Description

• We are looking for a National Director of Field Medical who will be responsible for establishing, leading, and enhancing Immunic’s Multiple Sclerosis field medical organization.

• You will define the vision, culture, and operational framework for the MS Field Medical team, acting as a vital strategic partner to Medical Affairs leadership and a senior liaison with the external MS clinical community.

• Develop and implement the national field medical strategy for multiple sclerosis, ensuring alignment with Immunic’s Medical Affairs and therapeutic area goals.

• Build, lead, and nurture a high-performing team of MSLs and RMSLs, which includes recruitment, onboarding, coaching, performance management, and succession planning.

• Set operating standards, best practices, and field resources for scientific exchange and compliant collaboration with cross-functional partners.

• Work closely with the VP of Medical Affairs and Medical Directors on scientific positioning and data communication priorities.

• Engage with neurologists and neuroimmunologists in constructive scientific discussions regarding multiple sclerosis and innovative therapeutic strategies.

• Act as the primary Field Medical leader within Medical Affairs, collaborating closely with Medical Directors and other Medical Affairs colleagues to ensure strategic and execution alignment.

⛳️ Requirements

• An advanced scientific or clinical degree (MD, PharmD, PhD, NP/PA with a strong research background) is required; specialization or substantial experience in neurology, neuroimmunology, or multiple sclerosis is highly preferred.

• Over 10 years of relevant Medical Affairs, clinical, or scientific experience, including significant field medical experience and previous leadership of MSL or Medical Affairs teams.

• Proven expertise in the biology of multiple sclerosis, the therapeutic landscape, and evolving standards of care.

• Experience in a startup, nonprofit, or newly established program environment.

• Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing scientific teams, preferably in a growth-stage, startup, or newly established program setting.

• Experience engaging with MS thought leaders, academic institutions, and clinical researchers, with a well-established network within the MS and/or neuroimmunology community preferred.

• Familiarity with clinical trial design, evidence generation methods, and scientific communication within the context of MS or related neurological diseases.

• Strong strategic, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across various functions and levels.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.