Regional Director, Medical Science Liaison - West

Celldex; California (MO); On-site; USD 176,659 - 282,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Celldex is seeking a Regional Medical Science Liaison Director (Immunology – West) to lead a high‑performing MSL team across the Eastern/Western U.S. This role translates Medical Affairs strategy into regional execution, delivering scientific engagement and insight generation to support launch readiness.

The candidate will drive regional plans, foster collaboration with KOLs and academic centers, and shape enterprise strategy through field insights while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific degree required (MD, PharmD, PhD or equivalent).
• 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry within Medical Affairs.
• 5+ years of experience leading and managing Field Medical/MSL teams.
• Proven track record of KOL/HCP relationship building and cross-functional influence.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of MSLs across East/West region.
• Translate Medical Affairs strategy into regional plans and execution.
• Drive high-quality scientific exchange with KOLs, academic centers, and community providers.
• Lead regional execution of medical initiatives, including advisory boards and evidence generation.
• Develop KPIs and field metrics to optimize performance and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

KOL relationship

Strategic thinking

Communication

Immunology expertise

Regulatory compliance

Travel readiness

Education

Advanced scientific degree

Job description

Celldex is pioneering new horizons in immunology to deliver life‑changing therapies. We are relentless in our pursuit of novel antibody‑based treatments that engage the human immune system and directly affect critical pathways to improve the lives of patients with allergic, inflammatory and autoimmune disorders. We have built a culture where innovative and talented people thrive—focusing a significant effort on attracting and retaining passionate and motivated employees who want to play a role in helping people with serious health conditions and who see this effort as personally rewarding. In our highly entrepreneurial environment, employees are empowered and the opportunity for professional development occurs every day.

Overview

The Regional Medical Science Liaison Director (RMD), Immunology – West is a key leader within Field Medical Affairs, responsible for building, leading, and developing a high‑performing team of MSLs across the Eastern/Western U.S.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Field Medical Affairs, this leader will translate Medical Affairs strategy into regional execution, this role sits at the forefront of translating Medical Affairs strategy into meaningful scientific engagement, ecosystem influence, and actionable insight generation in preparation for launch.

This leader leads a high‑performing team of MSLs within a region to deliver strategic, insight‑driven engagement across diverse healthcare ecosystems and evolve how Field Medical delivers value through elevated engagement, deeper partnerships across the healthcare ecosystem, and real‑time insights that inform enterprise decision‑making.

Responsibilities

Regional Leadership & Team Development

• Build, lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing team of MSLs across the East /West region
• Establish a culture of scientific excellence, accountability, collaboration, and continuous development
• Drive performance through clear expectations, field engagement, and ongoing coaching
• Recruit, onboard, and retain top Field Medical talent

Medical Strategy & Execution

• Translate enterprise and Medical Affairs strategy into actionable regional plans
• Ensure consistent, high‑quality scientific exchange with key opinion leaders (KOLs), academic centers, and community providers
• Drive strategic scientific engagement across academic centers, community networks, and organized systems of care to support launch readiness and evolving standards of care
• Lead regional execution of medical initiatives, including congress strategy, advisory boards, and evidence generation support
• Drive alignment and execution of launch readiness plans across the region

Insight Generation & Strategic Impact

• Ensure high‑quality medical insights are captured, synthesized, and communicated to inform strategy
• Serve as an early sensing function for scientific, clinical, and healthcare ecosystem trends in immunology
• Serve as the voice of the region, ensuring customer perspectives and field team insights are effectively captured, communicated, and translated into actionable strategies across the organization
• Identify emerging trends, unmet needs, and opportunities to shape clinical and commercial strategy
• Contribute to lifecycle planning and future indication strategies

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Clinical Development, Medical Affairs & Evidence Generation functions, Commercial, and Market Access teams to ensure aligned execution
• Support clinical trial awareness, site identification, and investigator engagement, as appropriate
• Act as a strategic thought partner internally, influencing decisions through data and field insights
• Drive KOL engagement on emerging indications and pipeline assets within relevant therapeutic areas

Operational Excellence

• Develop and monitor KPIs and field metrics to assess impact and optimize performance
• Ensure all activities are compliant with regulatory, legal, and company guidelines
• Drive continuous improvement of field medical processes and best practices

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific degree required (MD, PharmD, PhD or equivalent)
• 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry within Medical Affairs
• 5+ years of experience leading and managing Field Medical/MSL teams
• Proven track record of successful relationship building with KOLs, HCPs, and key stakeholders within the medical community
• Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and build a high performing team
• Deep expertise in Immunology (allergy/dermatology strongly preferred)
• Proven track record supporting late‑stage development and/or launch preferred
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders in a matrixed environment
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills
• Deep understanding of compliance, regulatory requirements, and field medical best practices
• Ability to travel up to 75%

Compensation

The expected base salary range for this position is $176,659 to $282,195. We are committed to compensating employees equitably based on several factors including experience, education, licensure/certifications, skill level, location of the position, and availability of similar talent in a competitive market.

Compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary bonus, long‑term incentive, 401(K) plan with employer contribution, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of our benefits can be found on our careers page.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Celldex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that strives to foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to promoting a diverse environment through development, recruiting and community outreach.