Regional Director, Field Medical (Sleep) - East Region

Alkermes•United States,

16h•$240,000 - $255,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Regional Director of Field Medical leads a team of six Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) in implementing medical plans for products currently available or in development. The role also serves as the lead for the Field Medical team by representing and supporting the team internally on a product team. This is a field-based position covering the East region; ideal candidates will live in the eastern half of the United States, and candidates must reside within the designated region. Travel of up to 60% is required.

Requirements

Direct MSL management experience, or demonstrated mentoring, coaching, and leadership abilities during Alkermes tenure.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Strong leadership skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving experience.
Ability to work well in a matrix environment.
Flexibility with changing priorities, attention to detail, and ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to critically analyze and synthesize complex scientific data.
Understanding of Medical Affairs and the department’s role in drug development and product commercialization.
Ability to travel up to 60%.
Must currently reside within the designated region.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral-level education in Pharmacy, Medicine, Biological Sciences, Health Services Research, or Public Health (e.g., M.D., Pharm.D., R.Ph., MPH, Ph.D., or D.Ph.).
Experience in psychiatry or neurology.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and oversight to a team of six MSLs.
Ensure accurate and timely execution of medical plans for supported programs.
Build accountability and high standards of Field Medical excellence through territory-specific plans, individual development plans, identification of skill and knowledge gaps, and clear communication of role expectations.
Contribute to the overall direction of the Field Medical team.
Serve as an important point of contact for designated thought leaders in relevant disease areas.
Represent Field Medical as the lead for one program on MAST and other internal cross-functional teams.
Contribute to clear, actionable strategic Medical Plans by sharing feedback and insights gathered by MSLs.
Develop and cultivate long-term strategic medical partnerships with clinical experts, societies, collaborative groups, advocacy groups, and other external stakeholders in the designated region.
Attend therapeutically focused meetings and congresses to interact with thought leaders and professional societies and deepen understanding of thought leaders’ and payers’ unmet medical needs.
Participate in and contribute to projects and initiatives within a matrix environment to increase the value and productivity of Medical Affairs and Field Medical.
Maintain and update knowledge and expertise relevant to company programs and the therapeutic area.
Ensure complete compliance with legal and regulatory guidelines.
Foster teamwork and collaboration.