Field Medical Director

**This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Field Medical Director based in the United States.** This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced Medical Affairs professional passionate about advancing innovation in rare and complex immune-mediated diseases. The role combines strategic leadership with scientific engagement, overseeing a high-performing field medical team while shaping medical strategy across the U.S. You will play a key role in strengthening relationships with key opinion leaders, healthcare providers, and research stakeholders to drive meaningful clinical insights and educational initiatives. Working in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment, you will partner cross-functionally with clinical development, medical communications, and commercial teams to support research, product strategy, and scientific excellence. This position offers significant visibility and the opportunity to directly influence patient outcomes through impactful medical leadership. ### Accountabilities: - Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs), setting clear objectives and fostering a culture of performance excellence and continuous development. - Design and execute field medical strategies aligned with broader Medical Affairs objectives, ensuring effective territory planning and scientific engagement activities. - Build and strengthen relationships with key opinion leaders, healthcare professionals, and healthcare organizations to support scientific exchange and gather actionable field insights. - Develop and implement performance metrics, reporting frameworks, and effectiveness models to optimize field medical operations and demonstrate strategic value. - Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to support publication planning, medical information activities, research initiatives, investigator-sponsored studies, and real-world evidence generation. - Oversee the development of field medical resources, congress plans, onboarding programs, and ongoing training initiatives while ensuring adherence to regulatory and compliance standards. - Serve as a strategic advisor internally, communicating medical insights and contributing to business planning, educational initiatives, and long-term organizational objectives. ## Requirements - Advanced scientific or medical degree required (PhD, PharmD, MD, DNP, or equivalent). - Minimum of 5 years of field medical experience, including at least 2 years leading and managing field-based medical teams. - Proven success in developing high-performing teams and delivering both qualitative and quantitative objectives within Medical Affairs environments. - Strong expertise in proactive and reactive scientific engagement strategies with KOLs, HCPs, and other external stakeholders. - Demonstrated experience managing complex cross-functional projects and collaborating across diverse teams and functions. - Deep understanding of Medical Affairs compliance requirements, ethical standards, and regulatory guidelines. - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into relevant clinical insights. - Experience supporting product launches within biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments is highly desirable. - Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and travel up to approximately 50%. ## Benefits - Competitive base salary ranging from **$220,000 to $250,000 annually**, depending on experience and qualifications. - Eligibility for short-term and long-term incentive programs. - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. - 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions. - Short-term and long-term disability coverage and life insurance benefits. - Paid company holidays and well-being initiatives. - Fully remote, field-based opportunity with significant strategic e…