Senior Thought Leader Liaison - Neurology Rare Disease

Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc.; Montpelier (VT); Remote; USD 169,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. seeks an Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison (TLL) to lead regional strategy in neurology rare disease, building trusted relationships with national and regional thought leaders and with organizations that influence patient pathways.

The TLL translates regional insights into plans for disease education, market development and launch readiness, working non‑promotional before approval and with promotional responsibilities after approval.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced clinical/scientific degree preferred.
• Minimum eight years of relevant biopharmaceutical experience in field roles.
• Strong clinical and scientific fluency for credible disease-state discussions.

Responsibilities

• Develop regional strategy, network mapping and engagement with thought leaders.
• Coordinate with MSLs on scientific needs and joint engagements.
• Lead regional advocacy engagement and sponsor partnerships within approved governance.
• Manage congress and professional meeting leadership to advance engagement goals.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to translate regional insights into action.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Executive presence

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced clinical or scientific degree preferred

Tools

CRM systems

Insight management tools

Job description

Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. seeks an Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison (TLL) to lead regional strategy in neurology rare disease, building trusted relationships with national and regional thought leaders and with organizations that influence patient pathways.

The TLL translates regional insights into plans for disease education, market development and launch readiness, working non‑promotional before approval and with promotional responsibilities after approval.