Senior Director, Opinion Leader Programming

Solid Biosciences•Boston, MA

2d•$262,500 - $295,000

About The Position

Solid Biosciences is a precision genetic medicine company focused on advancing a portfolio of gene therapy candidates targeting rare neuromuscular and cardiac diseases, including Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne), Friedreich’s ataxia (FA), catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia (CPVT), TNNT2-mediated dilated cardiomyopathy, BAG3-mediated dilated cardiomyopathy, and additional fatal, genetic cardiac diseases. We are advancing a diverse pipeline and delivery platform in the pursuit of uniting experts in science, technology, disease management, and care. Patient-focused and founded by those directly impacted by Duchenne, Solid’s mission is to improve the daily lives of patients living with devastating rare diseases. Solid Biosciences is seeking a Senior Director of Opinion Leader Programming to lead the development and execution of the company’s opinion leader engagement strategy. This individual will play a central role in building relationships with external experts, guiding advisory board strategy, shaping field team engagement, and aligning medical communications with broader corporate objectives. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and implementing scalable programming that drives meaningful, compliant interactions with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and external stakeholders. This highly cross-functional role requires strong strategic planning, communication skills, and experience navigating the intersection of science, medicine, and commercial strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field required; advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or MBA) preferred
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry, including medical affairs, commercial strategy, or medical communications
Experience developing and executing KOL engagement strategies and programming at a national or global level
Prior work in rare disease, gene therapy, or advanced biologics strongly preferred
Strong understanding of industry compliance and regulatory standards related to external engagement
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and delivering high-impact external programming
Significant travel required as needed, including attendance at scientific congresses, advisory boards, and field engagement meetings

Nice To Haves

Strong strategic and tactical planning skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to create impactful content and messaging
Proven ability to manage advisory boards and expert engagement initiatives
Deep understanding of field medical and commercial collaboration dynamics
Strong organizational and cross-functional leadership skills
Ability to influence across diverse teams and senior leadership
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Responsibilities

Define and lead the strategy for opinion leader programming across pre-launch, launch, and post-launch phases
Design and implement a structured approach for identifying, segmenting, and engaging KOLs and other key stakeholders
Lead the planning, execution, and follow-up of advisory boards, roundtables, and other strategic engagement forums
Build the opinion leader programming field-facing roles to support KOL engagement including defining structure, focus, and deployment plan
Develop content and materials to support field team engagement with external experts with collaboration from Medical Affairs and Commercial teams
Align medical communications with corporate and field engagement strategies, ensuring consistency and scientific integrity
Build and maintain systems for capturing insights from KOL interactions to inform internal strategy
Partner with cross-functional teams including Clinical Development, Account Mangers, and Medical Affairs to support a unified external engagement approach
Serve as a key internal advisor on thought leader dynamics, competitive landscape, and scientific communication best practices

Benefits

Competitive Health and Dental programs with flexible plan offerings, including FSA and HSA programs
401(k) program participation with competitive company matched contributions
Eligibility to participate in Solid’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Mobile phone subsidy for eligible employees
Tuition Reimbursement
Vision Coverage
Life Insurance
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Employee Discount Program on Travel, Entertainment, and Services
Employee Assistance Programs
Daily Subsidized Lunch Delivery (onsite @ Hood Park)
Free Onsite Full-Service Gym (onsite @ Hood Park)
Employee Parking (onsite @ Hood Park)
12 Observed Holidays and a winter shut down
15-day PTO Policy and a 40-hour rollover YoY
40-hour Sick Policy
8 Hour Floating Holiday