Director, MSL Immunology - US

Kyowa Kirin North America

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About The Position

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to make people smile by delivering breakthroughs where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, Massachusetts, and Ontario
Summary of Job
The Director, MSL – Immunology is a field-based leadership role within the Medical Affairs organization, responsible for leading the Immunology Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team and serving as a key liaison to the external medical and scientific community on behalf of Kyowa Kirin.
This role guides and supports the MSL team in identifying, engaging, and building relationships with patient advocacy organizations, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and other healthcare professionals (HCPs). The Director actively participates in scientific exchange through field ride-alongs, medical congresses, and advisory board engagements.
As needed, the Director may also provide interim field coverage for open or temporarily vacant territories (e.g., vacation, leave of absence, transitions) and perform core MSL responsibilities to ensure continuity of field medical support.

Requirements

• A doctorate level degree (e.g. MD, PharmD, PhD) in life sciences with relevant experience is preferred; however, a relevant life science bachelor’s degree (e.g. RN, MS) is required
• Minimum of five (5) years of Medical Science Liaison experience
• At least two (2) years of MSL management experience
• Outstanding leadership abilities with a demonstrated capacity to lead, inspire, build collaborative relationships, and effectively manage and resolve conflict
• Results-driven with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Demonstrated success working cross-functionally across functions and stakeholders
• Deep understanding of drug development processes and applicable legal and regulatory compliance requirements
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, listening, and presentation capabilities
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Commitment to the highest ethical, legal, regulatory, and scientific standards in all aspects of work
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, meet deadlines, make decisions, and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and execution
• Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-growth environment and navigate ambiguity
• Passion for continuous learning and professional development to grow with the organization
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to build alignment and consensus within a multinational organization
• Normal office environment with prolonged sitting and extensive computer work
• Requires up to 70% domestic and international travel.
• KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions
• It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably within immunology therapeutic areas

Responsibilities

• Acts as a role model to lead U.S. Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Immunology program
• Become well-versed in the relevant disease state, related literature, and Kyowa Kirin rare disease–focused products
• Participate in and contribute to annual strategic medical planning
• Lead development and execution of the KOL engagement plan
• Contribute to the development of an MSL training plan
• Hire, train, develop, inspire, and mentor MSL team members
• Create and execute a strategic MSL plan
• Develop team goals and coach team members
• Manage performance and compliance of the MSL team
• Compile, organize, and synthesize insights gathered by the MSL team
• Coordinate with internal partners to identify educational gaps and organize team and/or individual training
• Work regularly in the field (territory and/or conferences) with each MSL team member
• Assist MSL team members in guiding healthcare professionals through the IIS submission process
• Support the MSL team in educating healthcare professionals and, when appropriate, managed market decision-makers on Kyowa Kirin’s product portfolio
• Identify team educational needs through observation and collaborate with the training team to address gaps
• Ensure dissemination of transparent, fair-balanced, and compliant scientific and clinical information in a timely, ethical, and customer-focused manner
• Facilitate speaker development and training
• Attend and provide scientific support at select national, regional, and local medical conferences
• Participate in advisory boards and clinical investigator meetings, as appropriate
• Translate and communicate high-quality field insights to leadership and Medical Affairs colleagues
• Identify team members’ strengths, development areas, and interests; develop Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
• Assign projects to strengthen capabilities and address knowledge or skill gaps
• Adhere to all company regulatory and compliance policies was this cleaned up

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings Account, Business Travel Insurance, Employee Assistance Programs
• Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings 401k with company match
• Well-Being and Work-Life Programs Including Gympass, Nutrition Counseling, , Volunteer Time Off, Flexible Work Arrangements, Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, and TouchCare Insurance & Billing Support
• Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time, & Paid Holidays
• Perks and Discounts with Tickets at Work and LifeMart
• Reward & Recognition Programs
• Career Development and Training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director