MSL Field Director - Advanced Lung Disease (Western US)

United Therapeutics Corporation•Denver, AZ

2d•Remote

About The Position

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. We were founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughter’s pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Today, we have six FDA-approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near-term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF). The cure for end-stage life-threatening diseases like PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create manufactured organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end-stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option. You are a vision‑led, strategic leader who communicates with clarity and consistently turns short and long‑range strategy into focused, actionable plans. You are an empathetic, accountable coach who develops talent through candid feedback, clear expectations, and reliable follow‑through. You lead by example and drive results by aligning stakeholders, removing barriers, and upholding the highest standards of execution. The Field Director role will be responsible for leading and guiding all activities for a regional team of Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs).

Requirements

Master’s Degree in nursing or physician assistant studies with 10+ years of experience in a relevant field, such as pharmaceuticals, medical affairs, clinical development, clinical practice, or payer setting
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or MD with 7+ years of experience in a relevant field, such as pharmaceuticals, medical affairs, clinical development, clinical practice, or payer setting
3+ years of previous MSL and/or UT Medical Affairs experience with demonstrated excellence and leadership in the MSL role and DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State
Demonstration of consistent exemplary performance in an MSL role as demonstrated by, but not limited to, the following: ongoing education and knowledge in current therapeutic area; effective KOL management; serving as liaison to other functional teams; etc.
Demonstration of leadership and influencing skills with the ability to perform in a management role, mentor, coach, inspire, and motivate others, lead projects and workstreams, think strategically, and manage high performance
Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and collaboration skills
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Ability to travel up to 60%

Nice To Haves

3+ years of experience managing an MSL team
2+ years of pulmonary hypertension, ILD, transplant, COPD, and/or TA experience
Experience with Veeva reporting
PA - Physician Assistant
NPC - Certified Nurse Practitioner

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, mentor, coach, train, and evaluate Advanced Lung Disease (ALD) MSLs, ensuring strategic pull-through of medical tactics
Interview, select, and hire candidates for new positions and backfills
Collaborate with Medical Excellence & Training Lead to coordinate and oversee onboarding and training for newly hired MSLs
Partner closely with National Director, ALD MSLs to oversee all performance management activities and provide regular feedback through field rides, analysis of activities, and administrative reviews
Coach MSLs on the development and updating of territory KOL plans, ensuring accountability for all annual goals, objectives, quarterly priorities, and KPIs
With input from the National Director, lead congress planning activities, including launch preparation, talking points, scientific/medical direction, and data dissemination tactics
In collaboration with the National Director, develop, execute, and reassess field targeting strategies during team expansion
Drive and oversee the insights collection and reporting process through the insights team leads
Mentor MSLs by sharing best practices to ensure the highest level of scientific acumen
Identify ongoing training and resource needs and coordinate the development of plans with relevant stakeholders including National Director, ALD MSLs, Medical Excellence Lead, Global Medical Information, and Medical Communications
Contribute to strategic planning activities and internal GMA initiatives
Collaborate with Medical Excellence &Training Lead, National Director, ALD MSLs, and other field medical leaders to ensure proper field pull‑through of resources, training, tools, and guidance
Manage all regional and territory level TA-specific communications to the assigned regional MSL team
Interface and collaborate with field stakeholders, serving as a central point for field insights
Ensure team field work aligns with UT's mission, goals, strategies and behaviors

Benefits

Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more.
For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities

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