Galderma is a global leader in dermatology dedicated to advancing skin health for people of all ages and skin conditions. Founded in 1981, the company leverages over 40 years of sc
Regional Director, Medical Science Liaisons
Location
New Jersey + 2 moreAll locations: New Jersey | Pennsylvania | New York
Posted
51 days ago
Salary
$215K - $260K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Regional Director, Medical Science Liaisons
Galderma
Title: Regional Director, Medical Science Liaisons - East, Immunology Locations: New York City Old Bridge, NJ Edison, NJ Bridgewater, NJ New Brunswick, NJ Silver Spring, MD Rockville, MD Cherry Hill, NJ Philadelphia Boston job requisition id JR018522 Whether it's the unique breadth of our integrated offering that covers Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology products; or our commitment to recognizing and rewarding people for the contribution they make - working here isn't like anywhere else. At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact. Job Title: Regional Director Medical Science Liaisons- East, Immunology Location: Eastern location required (NYC/ NJ/ Philly area/ DMV area) Job Description The Regional Director of Medical Science Liaisons – EAST will lead and manage a team of field-based Medical Science Liaisons supporting nemolizumab, reporting to the National MSL Director. This role is responsible for driving strategic scientific engagement, ensuring excellence in field medical execution, and aligning regional activities with national medical affairs objectives. The Director will play a key role in territory medical coaching, talent development, cross-functional collaboration, and insight generation to support the launch and lifecycle management of nemolizumab. The Director will use a metrics-driven approach and oversee the execution of the regional field medical plans and key initiatives, such as KOL engagement, educational programs, clinical study support, scientific congress participation, and data dissemination. Strong leadership experience is required to motivate and guide the regional team towards achieving outstanding results aligned with corporate goals. Mentoring and coaching individual MSLs in the field to enhance their professional competencies and capabilities. Compliant collaboration with cross functional field teams will ensure regional optimization of the medical plan. The Director will track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact and effectiveness of the regional MSL activities, gathering and analyzing field insights from external stakeholders to inform strategic decisions and initiatives. Building and maintaining effective professional relationships with critical external stakeholders in the region will be a key focus, as well as ensuring alignment in medical education activities for healthcare professionals through MSL-delivered presentations and participation in medical meetings. Key Responsibilities - Recruit, onboard, and manage a high-performing team of MSLs across the EASTERN half of the U.S. Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to support professional growth. Foster a culture of scientific excellence, accountability, compliance, and collaboration. - Ensure regional east MSL team executes on all qualitative and quantitative KPIs/metrics required per the US medical affairs strategy. Align regional MSL activities with medical strategy and launch plans for nemolizumab. - Monitor and report on regional metrics, field activity, and impact. - Create, timely monthly metrics reporting in Veeva for US metrics dashboard updates. - Oversee execution of KPI aligned KOL engagement plans, disease education initiatives, and congress participation. - Ensure consistent, strategically aligned, compliant scientific exchange across the region, - conduct within territory quarterly field visits with each MSL team member. - Collaborate closely with US med affairs leadership to ensure strategic messaging and KPIs are translated into field messaging. Guide comprehensive tactical plans for MSLs and support identification and cultivation of relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), institutions, and advocacy groups. - Aggregate and communicate actionable regional medical insights to inform strategy and decision-making, share with cross functional teams as appropriate. - Lead regional team meetings, timely 1:1s with MSLs for coaching/development and strategic planning initiatives. - Collaborate with USMA home office to identify timely training topics and then delivery for MSLs on therapeutic area, product, and compliance standards. - Ensure all field activities are conducted in accordance with Galderma’s legal, regulatory, and compliance guidelines. Promote ethical behavior and facilitate team adherence to SOPs and industry standards. - Create robust partnerships with regional US commercial leadership to ensure compliant field partnerships within the MSL team. - Initiate cross functional coordination with matrix partners in Clinical Development, Regulatory, Marketing, and Commercial to ensure optimization of field efforts. - Attend congresses, engage with external stakeholders, support opportunities for medical partnerships in research and data generation in a compliant and collaborative manner with regional field team members and home office colleagues. Skills and Qualifications - Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, DNP,) in a scientific or clinical discipline. - Minimum 7 years of Medical Affairs experience, require candidates have minimum 2 years in MSL leadership using metrics driven approach at a fast paced, high growth company. - Strong background in dermatology, immunology, or biologics. - Demonstrated experience actively coaching, managing and developing MSLs in the field - Launch experience and familiarity with clinical trial design and data generation strategies. - Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and interpersonal skills; must be adaptable, solution oriented and able to work well within a team and relate effectively with external HCP and internal stakeholders - Ability to interface effectively with a variety of technical platforms - Solid understanding of FDA, OIG, HIPAA, and other US regulatory principles - Current working knowledge of US legal, regulatory, and compliance regulations and guidelines - Ability to function with a sense of purposeful urgency in a team-oriented (matrix) environment - Strong scientific and/or clinical acumen - Strong business acumen - Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively with a sense of urgency in an evolving environment - Superior soft skills and demonstrated credibility with medical professionals with ability to develop good relationship - Ability to complete expense reports in a compliant and timely manner. Ability to manage travel in an organized and effective manner. - Travel is estimated at 80% primarily with the MSL team in the field actively coaching and development About The Compensation The base salary range for this role is determined based on several factors. These include but are not limited to job accountabilities; skill sets; experience and training; certifications; work location; competitive market rates and other business needs. At Galderma, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on a unique combination of factors for each role. A reasonable estimate of the hiring range for this role is $215,000-$260,000. In addition to base salary, we provide an opportunity to participate in an annual short-term incentive program that is based on corporate performance with a multiplier focused on individual performance. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program including health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, a generous paid time off policy, hybrid work schedules and more. What we offer in return You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base. You will also have access to a range of company benefits, including a competitive wage with shift differential, annual bonus opportunities and career advancement and cross-training. Next Steps - If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter. - The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager - The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team Our people make a difference At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do. Employer's Rights: This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
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