Director, Thought Leader Engagement (Southwest)

Genmab • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Remote

About The Position

At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary® futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines® that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals’ unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees.
Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so.
Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us!
The Genmab Director of Thought Leader Engagement (TLE) - Southwest is a field-based marketing role that is responsible for identifying and driving engagement with Hematology/ Oncology Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and Medical Experts (MEs). The TLE role supports current/ future indications for EPKINLY and other potential Genmab products in Hematology and Oncology.
Genmab TLEs are responsible for gathering key insights that inform brand strategy and account planning as well as driving advocacy for Genmab’s US Hematology portfolio with National/Regional Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), Medical Experts (MEs), and other key influencers in the US.
This critical marketing role will report directly into the Senior Director, Head of Strategic Engagement, Oncology Marketing and partner closely with the other members of the Genmab marketing, matrix teams and alliance partners. He/she will be responsible for working cross-functionally with US Marketing, Sales, Market Access and Medical Affairs to shape and develop customer engagement strategies, execute prioritized tactics, generate actionable insights, address customer needs, anticipate market trends and uncover competitive intelligence, ensuring delivery against business objectives.
The Genmab Director of Thought Leader Engagement must have extensive Hematology/ Oncology field experience paired with very strong clinical acumen that enables in-depth discussions with KOLs. Success in this role will require a collaborative mindset, strong hematology (w/ recent launch) experience, and a proven track record operating in an emerging/developing organization.
Southwestern Region inclusive of: California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Oklahoma and Texas; Incumbent currently residing in the southwestern territory is strongly preferred.

Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred.
• 8+ years in Hematology/Oncology sales, marketing and/or account management or extensive experience within a high science TA; Direct TLE experience preferred.
• Recent launch experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working in the highly complex, dynamic environment of an emerging organization; direct startup, or new team experience desired.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity, with an entrepreneurial mindset and a track record of high-performance results.
• Resourceful, decisive, and proactive approach to managing multiple priorities in a fast-growing organization.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Prior joint venture, co-promote, co-marketing experience desired.
• Ability to travel domestically 2 to 3 nights a week minimum (50%), including 1 to 3 weekends a month to facilitate KOL engagement at congresses and conferences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an impactful engagement strategy with KOLs that drives appropriate advocacy for EPKINLY and generates insights that inform brand strategy and account planning.
• Identify market trends that may impact EPKINLY uptake and strategize solutions that will maximize the alliance field efforts.
• Represent Genmab and EPKINLY Brand Team interests as the primary point of contact with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and Medical Experts (MEs).
• Effectively communicate complex scientific knowledge as it pertains to customer engagement, brand strategies and prioritized tactics.
• Identify, develop, coordinate, and execute a strategic plan for KOL engagement with Genmab at congresses and prioritized conferences.
• Identify, train and evaluate EPKINLY speakers bureau.
• Develop, maintain, and lead productive working relationships with Genmab sales leadership (and field sales teams), marketing, market access, field medical, relevant Genmab functions, and EPKINLY alliance partners.
• Manage project timelines, and budgets.
• Pull through the vision set by the Senior Director, Head of Strategic Engagement, Oncology Marketing.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: 100% match on the first 6% of contributions
• Health Benefits: Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary Plans: Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave
• Support Resources: Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well-being support
• Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses

What This Job Offers

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