Thought Leader Liaison

Pharmaceutical

Thought Leader Liaison

Albany, NY

Exp 7-10 yrs

Deg Bach

Bonus

Constant Travel

Job Description

The Thought Leader Liaison role is a field-based position focused on working closely with Key Opinion Leaders at MS Centers across the country as the Multiple Sclerosis products / services expert and to ensure cross-functional resources are made available as appropriate to facilitate the use of MS products. In this role, you will work closely with field and home office based colleagues in Marketing, Medical, Sales, Patient Support, and Corporate Accounts. 

 Job Responsibilities:

Work within the regulatory and legal compliance guidelines.

Act as MS primary point of contact and MS product / services expert for key MS Centers across the country.

Coordinate efforts in support of MS Centers by acting as the "quarterback" of all field based cross-functional teams.

Act as the primary liaison between KOLs / MS Centers and home office cross-functional teams.

Identify profile, cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with MS Centers and KOLs within the MS community.

Lead the development of Key Account / engagement plans for each assigned KOL / MS Center.

Execute a customer centric needs based approach with targeted KOLs.

Build advocacy with KOLs using on-label and PRC-approved materials.

Play a key role in enabling the understanding of diseases, mechanisms of diseases, and the potential role of MS products in the management of these diseases using on-label and PRB-approved materials.

Assist in the execution of Advisory Boards. This may involve identifying, recommending, and inviting potential advisors, moderators and speakers.

Work closely with targeted KOLs to obtain feedback to be considered in the development of MS Franchise and Brand-related strategies.

Attend local, regional and national meetings as directed

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree.

Demonstrated leadership skills.

A minimum of 7 years of work experience in one or more of the following: field sales, product marketing, or medical / clinical experience in the same or related therapeutic area within the pharmaceutical / biotech industry.

Ability to present ideas effectively to individuals or groups, targeting presentation to the needs of the audience.

Strong organizational skills

Strong project management experience, including superior analytical and planning skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to work independently to execute against strategic and tactical plans under tight timelines.

Ability to assemble and lead cross-functional teams toward a shared vision of success.

Ability to travel to meetings/trainings/programs as necessary

Valid driver's license

Must reside within the geographic area of the assigned territory

80% travel required

Preferred Qualifications:

MS experience strongly preferred

Experience leading teams preferred

Master's degree preferred

Launch experience and understanding of local managed markets environment preferred.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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