Regional Director, Medical Science Liaison – US West
Location
United States
Posted
5 days ago
Salary
$200K - $250K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Regional Director, Medical Science Liaison – US West
Capricor Therapeutics
• Develop and execute the territory KOL/HCP engagement plan, including identification, mapping, and prioritization of thought leaders, prescribers and treatment centers. • Deliver scientific presentations and engage in scientific exchange with KOLs and HCPs on Deramiocel clinical data, the DMD cardiomyopathy landscape, and emerging evidence. • Support advisory boards, scientific symposia, and KOL-led research initiatives. • Identify and support investigator-initiated studies (IIS) and real-world evidence opportunities in coordination with HEOR / RWE and Medical Director. • Provide scientific support for medical congresses, including DMD, neuromuscular, cardiology, and rare-disease forums. • Collect and synthesize field insights on clinical practice, treatment decision-making, and emerging evidence; translate insights into recommendations for medical strategy. • Provide scientific training and support to internal stakeholders (Sales, Market Access, Patient Services) in compliance with channel and engagement rules. • Maintain comprehensive scientific fluency on Deramiocel clinical data, DMD natural history, and the broader treatment landscape. • Ensure timely reporting of adverse events and product complaints in line with company and regulatory processes. • Document field activities, KOL/HCP engagement, and insights in Capricor's medical CRM in compliance with standards. • Ensure all activities follow FDA, OIG, PhRMA Code, ACCME, and Capricor compliance standards.
Job Requirements
- Advanced clinical degree required (MD, PharmD, PhD, DO, or equivalent).
- 5 to 10 years of MSL experience in biotech / pharma; experience in rare disease, cell / gene therapy, pediatrics, neuromuscular disease, or cardiology preferred.
- Established scientific credibility and ability to engage KOLs in peer-to-peer scientific exchange.
- Strong working knowledge of FDA, OIG, PhRMA Code, ACCME, and MLR review processes.
- Excellent written and verbal scientific communication skills, including ability to deliver complex data to clinical audiences.
- Self-directed execution and the ability to operate independently in a field-based environment.
Benefits
- employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage
- company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- paid time off and company holidays
- paid parental leave
- additional voluntary benefits and wellness programs
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