National Director, Medical Science Liaison, Inborn Errors of Metabolism (IEM West)

Ultragenyx • Remote, OR

417d • $214,700 - $265,200

About The Position

The National Director US Field Medical at Ultragenyx is a leadership role focused on managing a team of Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) dedicated to supporting approved medicines and advancing investigational therapies in the rare disease space. This position emphasizes strategic planning, team management, and effective communication of scientific information to healthcare professionals, with a commitment to changing the future of rare disease medicine.

Requirements

• Advanced clinical/science degree required (e.g. PharmD, PhD, MD or equivalent).
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL), or 5 years of combined MSL and other relevant experience, with at least 2 years of managerial experience leading MSLs or clinical teams.
• Experience launching an investigational therapy in the United States.
• Prior experience in rare disease is preferred.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations regarding product promotion and scientific exchange.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written, verbal, and face-to-face communications to influence decision-making.
• Strong coaching and leadership skills with the ability to identify and develop improvement opportunities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate relationship building quickly.
• Strategic thinking and knowledge of business practices and medical practices to create team strategies.
• Project management skills to manage multiple competing priorities effectively.
• Ability to make effective business decisions under tight deadlines and changing circumstances.
• High ethical and performance standards in all business contacts.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry related to rare diseases.
• Familiarity with clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Field Medical Affairs field-based team, ensuring proficiency in MSL duties and providing coaching and performance management.
• Execute the Field Medical team KOL engagement strategy and tactical plan in alignment with the US Field Lead and other Medical Affairs functions.
• Lead the reporting of post-congress reports and medical insights to enhance product launch and inform future research and development efforts.
• Track and implement relevant metrics for product launch and MSL activities.
• Identify, establish, and maintain long-term scientific relationships with KOLs, connecting them to internal stakeholders.
• Develop and execute US territory and KOL engagement plans for impactful scientific engagement and education.
• Document KOL's scientific perspectives on Ultragenyx's medical positions on rare diseases.
• Provide balanced clinical presentations and medical information in response to unsolicited questions in various settings.
• Identify and assess research opportunities and support evidence generation plans.
• Collaborate with Clinical Operations to enhance patient enrollment in clinical trials by identifying appropriate sites and interacting with investigators.
• Represent Ultragenyx at scientific conferences, engaging with KOLs and collating scientific data insights.

Benefits

• Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company.
• Volunteer days.
• Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings.
• Employee wellbeing benefits.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Tuition sponsoring.
• Professional development plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree