Health Systems Regional Scientific Director

Madrigal Pharmaceuticals•Chicago, IL

9d•Remote

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. The Health Systems Regional Scientific Director (HSRSD) is a therapeutic and disease expert who develops on-going professional relationships with healthcare decision makers within defined regional payer organizations (e.g., health plans, PBMs, integrated delivery systems, large GI practices, specialty pharmacy) and other key health systems in the assigned region. The HSRSD provides accurate information about Madrigal products and related disease areas, clinical science and HEOR/real-world research/evidence in a balanced and credible manner consistent with the regulatory environment and Madrigal’s ethical standards. Serves as a resource for the Global Medical Affairs (GMA) management team on strategic planning and provides mentoring for other team members. Works closely with account executives and key account managers, as well as other field medical colleagues to address the scientific needs in the region. The position reports to the Health Systems Senior Director East / West and is a remote field-based position. All incumbents are responsible for following applicable Division & Madrigal policies and procedures and are compliant with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations. Strong understanding of US regulations and compliance is required. This region will cover Il, WI, MI, MN and IA with the ideal location being Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit or Des Moines.

Requirements

Clinical or scientific degree required (e.g., MD, PharmD, PhD, MS, MPH, etc.)
5+ years’ experience in IDN and payer space and the ability to develop peer-to-peer relationships with key decision makers; may be gained through working on the customer side or in an industry role working with these customers.
Must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of payer and IDN organizational practices
Thorough knowledge of clinical medicine, the managed market environment, Pharmacoeconomics, disease management, real-world evidence generation and medical research
Business and market knowledge, including quality management, formulary management and pathway development/management
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, strong presentation skills, ability to work with cross functional field account teams, strong personal integrity, collaborative mindset, and strong customer focus are necessary
Must possess a thorough understanding of the FDA, OIG, HIPAA and other ethical guidelines, laws and regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry
Must be able to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment, and have demonstrated project leadership abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, virtual communication platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams), and related Medical Affairs Systems (e.g. Veeva Vault, CRM tools)

Nice To Haves

Formal training in health economics or outcomes research
Field based medical experience
Liver and/or GI experience preferred, including non-viral liver disease

Responsibilities

Develops ongoing professional relationships with key decision makers in organized health systems to ensure access to medical and scientific information on Madrigal’s products, development programs and related disease area(s)
Partners with the Market Access Region Account Director (RAD) and Key Account Director (KAD) teams to develop strategic account plans; execute medical activities in alignment with agreed plan
Effectively communicates and coordinates with regional MSLs regarding medical and scientific support needs in key affiliated regional health systems – IDNs, GI practices and regional payers
Serves as a resource for the Health Systems Senior and Executive Directors and other members of market access RAD and KAD organizations on other relevant strategic planning
Provides support for HEOR activities led by HQ HEOR within regional accounts of responsibility
Serves as a technical resource on questions raised by market access RAD and KAD team members
Attends and supports scientific and medical meetings. Prepares planned post-meeting deliverables
Supports the Senior and Executive Directors HS, with the HS team budget
Compliant with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations
Maintain a strong understanding of US regulations and compliance