Associate Director, Regional Clinical Liaison, Marketing

Rahway, NJ (On-site)

$173K/yr – $273K/yrSenior Level4+ years expFull time

Posted 10 days ago

Job Summary

Own the regional HIV field-based clinical liaison program, building and sustaining KOL/MOL and KDM relationships, mapping regional influence, and driving scientific exchange, congress presence, and cross-functional alignment across Sales, Marketing, Market Access, and Medical Affairs.

  • Lead regional clinical and scientific engagement for HIV treatments
  • Develop and maintain partnerships with key decision makers and clinicians
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to translate evidence into regional strategies

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • - Serve as field-based Regional Clinical Liaisons for HIV Treatments, providing approved, on-label scientific and clinical expertise to HCPs, National/Regional KOL/MOL, Key Decision Makers, and other appropriate stakeholders. - Expand Our Company's regional scientific presence by supporting practical translation of approved clinical evidence, treatment individualization concepts, and labeled product information. - Create a disciplined regional feedback loop that helps headquarters understand KOL influence networks, customer beliefs, resource gaps, and practical barriers to engagement or adoption. - Sales & Congress Engagement – Attend key sales meetings and national congresses, as needed - Compliance & Standards – Operate in full compliance with our company policies and standards Core Accountabilities - National / Regional KOL/MOL and KDMs engagement: Build consistent, compliant relationships with prioritized national/regional KOLs/MOLs, clinical leaders, regional societies, key influencers, and selected KDMs. - Approved scientific exchange: Provide disease and product education using approved resources and ensure all external engagements are consistent with labeling and applicable field policies. - Regional influence mapping: Validate KOL/MOL targets, identify regional/local influence networks, and share approved insights with Scientific Strategy leadership and relevant cross-functional partners. - Resource utilization and feedback: Use approved materials, gather structured feedback on what resonates, and identify gaps in training, resources, or scientific support needs. - Regional congress and community presence: Support local and regional congresses, community events, and field engagement opportunities where scientific credibility and clinical depth are needed. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with field Sales, Marketing, Market Access, and Medical Affairs to ensure alignment on SL needs and account dynamics. - Customer insights: gather actionable insights from SLs to inform marketing strategies and brand planning. - Compliance stewardship: Operate with high autonomy while maintaining strict adherence to field policy letters, approved content, labeling, ethical standards, and all applicable Company standards and policies.

Requirements

  • Advanced clinical degree (PharmD, DNP/NP/PA); US residency/fellowship training preferred where applicable.
  • Board certification or equivalent clinical specialization (infectious diseases, internal medicine, pharmacy practice, or related).
  • Current US professional licensure/credentialing appropriate to the role.
  • Minimum 4 years clinical experience in the US, ideally including direct HIV clinical care, HIV-focused public health experience, or HIV-related pharmacy experience.

Preferred

  • Experience in a medical business-related role partnering with commercial/ teams.
  • Clinical, research, or public-health experience in HIV prevention or treatment.
  • Experience engaging community-based organizations and providers serving populations disproportionately affected by HIV.
  • Track record representing and organization at professional meetings.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
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