AD, Thought Leader Liaison - Dermatology - North Central - Remote

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 145,000 - 271,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison to engage with key influencers in the Dermatology field. This dynamic role involves building productive relationships, curating advocacy, and contributing to healthcare professional education. With a focus on collaboration, the TLL will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and strategy implementation. This position offers the opportunity to travel extensively, making a significant impact on the organization's outreach and educational efforts. If you are passionate about healthcare and have a proven track record in relationship management, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus

Restricted stock units

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Thought Leader engagement in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Ability to develop and implement key strategies effectively.

Responsibilities

• Curate advocacy and build relationships with Thought Leaders in Dermatology.
• Coordinate educational activities and contribute to HCP education delivery.

Skills

Relationship Building

Analytical Skills

Presentation Skills

Negotiation Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA or Advanced Degree

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison (TLL) is a customer-facing role within Marketing responsible for engaging and building productive relationships with Thought Leaders (TL), other key influencers, and associated organizations/institutions within the Dermatology therapeutic area. This position is responsible for curating advocacy and support, contributing to HCP education delivery and effectiveness, and gathering/sharing insights from the Thought Leader community within their assigned geographic area.

Location: This position will cover the North Central territory of Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, Iowa, and part of Missouri. The candidate is required to live within the territory's geography (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). Please note that this role would not provide relocation and only local candidates will be considered.

Travel: The TLL will require up to 80% travel. The expectation of working hours and travel (domestic and/or international) will be defined by the hiring manager.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Curate advocacy for respective brand(s), therapeutic area and/or the organization through personal engagements using approved material, by compliantly coordinating and facilitating engagements/activities between their TLs and their cross-functional partners (e.g. Marketing, Peer education, Medical Affairs, etc.), and by serving as a key point of contact between their TLs and the organization.
2. Educate and align TLs to our Strategic Imperatives while being accountable for pulling through brand initiatives with the Thought Leaders. In partnership with the Education Delivery Team and Medical Affairs, the TLL will contribute to HCP education by speaker nomination and readiness given their knowledge and relationships with their TLs.
3. Serve as moderator/faculty for educational activities (e.g. Peer Exchange).
4. Contribute to the identification and execution of educational activities/opportunities (e.g. Product Theaters). Given their exposure to the TL community, the TLL seeks and gathers observations/insights from their TL and triage them to the appropriate function within the organization to further inform commercial strategy, tactics and decisions.
5. Liaise and coordinate national/regional conferences, state society meetings and patient advocacy events (as appropriate).
6. Align across the Novartis organization to coordinate TL interactions and deliver a cohesive customer experience during these events.

Essential Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in related field
2. At least 5 years of experience in Thought Leader/Center of Excellence engagement within the pharmaceutical industry (e.g. Thought Leader Liaison, Account Manager, Medical Science Liaison, regional marketing, medical publications/communications, etc.)
3. Ability to travel up to 80% of time
4. Proven ability to develop productive relationships with physicians and other healthcare professionals
5. Ability to develop/implement key strategies as well as lead, motivate, develop, and influence others
6. Strong analytical skills and presentation skills with the ability to prioritize, negotiate and problem solve
7. Financial/budgetary experience
8. Proven ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment

Desirable Requirements:

1. Dermatology therapeutic area experience/expertise
2. MBA or advanced degree

Salary Range: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $145,600 and $270,400/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered.

EEO Statement: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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