Director, Global Scientific Training

Madrigal Pharmaceuticals•Conshohocken, PA

30d•$227,000 - $277,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Madrigal is a biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering novel therapeutics for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a serious liver disease that can progress to cirrhosis, liver failure, need for liver transplantation and premature mortality. Every member of our Madrigal team is connected by our shared purpose: leading the fight against MASH. Madrigal’s medication, Rezdiffra (resmetirom), is a once-daily, oral, liver-directed THR-β agonist designed to target key underlying causes of MASH. Rezdiffra is the first and only medication approved by both the FDA and European Commission for the treatment of MASH with moderate to advanced fibrosis (F2 to F3). An ongoing Phase 3 outcomes trial is evaluating Rezdiffra for the treatment of compensated MASH cirrhosis (F4c). Our success is driven by our people. We are building a dynamic, inclusive, and high-performing culture that values scientific excellence, operational rigor, and collaboration. To support our continued growth, we are strengthening our workforce strategy to ensure we have the right talent, at the right time, in the right way. Director, Global Scientific Training Region: United States and Global Functional Area: Scientific Communications Location: US – Conshohocken, PA – Hybrid Role Summary: The Director of Global Scientific Training leads the design and delivery of scientific training within Madrigal Medical Affairs. This role supports the Medical Affairs and Scientific Communication (Sci Comms) Plans by ensuring alignment and global consistency of training initiatives. The Director collaborates with internal teams (e.g., Field Medical, Health Systems) to provide high-quality, impactful scientific training that enhances effective communication with healthcare professionals (HCPs) and other external stakeholders The position reports to the VP, Scientific Communications (or assigned delegate) and is a hybrid role (three days per week at Conshohocken, PA). All incumbents are responsible for following applicable Division & Madrigal policies and procedures.

Requirements

Advanced degree in scientific or healthcare discipline (e.g., MD, PharmD, PhD, DNP, MSc, BSc)
Extensive scientific background with a minimum of 12 years’ experience in healthcare, clinical practice, or pharma industry
Minimum of 5 years of headquarters experience in Medical Affairs, Scientific Communications, or Medical Training, with demonstrated success in leading global or cross-functional training initiatives
Proven ability to interpret, communicate, and translate complex scientific and clinical data into clear, relevant, and actionable learning objectives for diverse audiences
Knowledge of Scientific Content and Communication trends and landscape
Demonstrated strength in strategic planning, cross-functional leadership, and collaboration to align training with scientific communication and medical strategies
Proven success in partnering with scientific content teams to ensure scientific alignment, compliance, and consistent messaging across all training materials
Ability to strategize and engage effectively with senior leadership and global stakeholders across the business to ensure cohesive learning strategies
Strong knowledge of US/EU healthcare systems, global regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, CE), and medical affairs compliance standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, virtual communication platforms (e.g., Zoom), and CRM systems (e.g., Veeva)
Willingness to travel up to 25% for conferences, various corporate locations, and stakeholder meetings, including overnight trips

Nice To Haves

In-depth knowledge of liver disease; experience in cardiometabolic health, or Metabolic Dysfunction–Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH)
Adaptable and proactive in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Alignment Define and prioritize global medical training needs for internal stakeholders (e.g., field medical, medical information, clinical development) and external audiences as appropriate
Ensure training strategy and deliverables are fully aligned with Madrigal’s Medical Affairs objectives, Scientific Communication Platform, and overarching scientific narrative
Partner with Sci Comms stakeholders and Content leads to align timing, scope, and messaging of training materials with evolving content development plans
Develop and manage the annual scientific training plans, including tactical execution, interdependencies, ownership, and budget tracking
Incorporate insights from field medical feedback, congress activity, and clinical data updates into ongoing training needs assessments
Training Design/Implementation Lead the design and implementation of scientific training programs for Field Medical and internal Medical Affairs teams grounded in adult learning principles, ensuring sessions are engaging, scientifically rigorous, and compliant
Partner with Sci Comms and functional leaders to ensure alignment of the transformation of complex scientific data into impactful educational experiences that build scientific acumen and field effectiveness
Design and implement a structured scientific onboarding program for new Medical Affairs and Field Medical team members to ensure rapid alignment with Madrigal’s scientific platforms, data, and communication standards
Integrate onboarding with core scientific content, compliance expectations, and ongoing learning pathways to promote early field readiness and consistent scientific excellence across global teams
Partner cross-functionally to ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging across all training resources
Develop and deliver diverse training formats (e.g., virtual workshops, live sessions, e-learning modules) to meet evolving needs and are accessible across regions
Evaluate training effectiveness through established metrics, learner feedback, and performance outcomes to drive continuous improvement
Champion scientific excellence, evidence-based communication, and data-driven decision-making in all training initiatives
Team Leadership & Development Foster continuous development through mentoring and training
Align medical training initiatives with broader organizational objectives and medical plans.
Cross-functional Collaboration Collaborate closely with global, regional, and functional partners (e.g., Clinical Development, Regulatory, Commercial, HEOR) to ensure training priorities align with scientific and strategic objectives
Work closely with Sci Comms to ensure training materials accurately reflect current data, key scientific platforms, and approved core content
Serve as a liaison between training, medical strategy, and content development teams to maintain scientific accuracy and consistency
Partner with external vendors, agencies, and SMEs to develop and deliver high-quality educational materials and scientific resources
Support launch readiness and ongoing lifecycle medical activities through targeted training programs and aligned scientific content
Congress & External Engagement Contribute to US and global medical congress activities, as needed, including support for scientific content and training
Compliance & Quality Ensure all training content meets Madrigal compliance standards, regulatory requirements, and ethical principles
Ensure all broader activities comply with company SOPs, industry standards, and applicable regulations
Uphold the highest ethical standards in all external engagements

Benefits

All full-time employees receive equity, which reinforces our ownership culture and offers meaningful opportunity for our employees to share in the success they help create.
By aligning individual and company performance, we empower employees to think like owners, giving them a stake in the organization.
Full-time employees are also eligible for comprehensive benefits, including flexible paid time off, medical, dental, vision and life/disability insurance, and 401(k) offerings (i.e., traditional, Roth, and employer match) in accordance with applicable plans.
We also offer additional voluntary benefits like supplemental life insurance, legal services, and other offerings.
In addition, we offer mental health benefits through our Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family.
The company also provides other benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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