Associate Director

Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison (TLL) Division Overview Acrotech Biopharma Inc. was formed as a global platform to commercialize innovative proprietary medications. The company aims to launch scientifically advanced products to address unmet needs and deliver value to patients as well as all healthcare stakeholders. Acrotech aspires to be a patient‑focused, research‑based organization that strives to launch treatments which are accessible to patients that need them. Acrotech is expanding! Our company focuses on three key areas: oncology, dermatology, and biosimilars. Acrotech currently markets a portfolio of 5 oncology products including 2 of the leading products in Peripheral T‑Cell Lymphoma (PTCL), a rare and aggressive blood cancer. Acrotech recently submitted an NDA for a novel dermatology product. We are also preparing to launch a novel treatment for chemotherapy‑induced neutropenia (CIN). Our business development team is actively looking for additional products to accelerate our growth. This is an exciting time for Acrotech and we are looking for talented people to grow with our organization. You won’t be just a number, but a key contributor who will make significant impact to our organization and the patients we support. Job Overview The Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison (TLL) will help support the growth of our Oncology Portfolio by identifying market needs and opportunities. The Associate Director, Regional TLL is an exceptional leader with deep oncology experience. The position is a field‑based, marketing position that will work closely with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), professional societies/advocacy groups, and field sales to build advocates, generate broader awareness of Acrotech Biopharma and its oncology portfolio. The Associate Director, TLL will report into Marketing and will focus on four key areas but may have additional assignments based on need: market insight gathering, KOL engagement, professional society/advocacy group engagement, and field sales support. All TLL interactions are always within label, and consistent with commercial compliance, legal and regulatory guidelines. Candidates must reside in one of the following states: Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, and Oklahoma. Because of the extensive travel candidates must also have easy access to a major airport. Responsibilities Market Insight Gathering: Gain KOL insights and perceptions of Acrotech Biopharma brands. Monitor competitive landscape, treatment protocols, and other market trends and reports and provide findings to Marketing leadership. Provide support for commercial Advisory Boards and Speaker Programs, including identifying potential participants, coordinating consulting arrangements, and gathering contracts. Support the development of national brand strategy based on insights gained in regional markets. Share insights with the field sales team to ensure strategic and tactical cohesion. KOL Engagement: Identify, profile, cultivate and maintain long‑term relationships with KOLs within the assigned region. Build advocacy for Acrotech and its brands among KOLs. Engage with KOLs through on‑label discussions, disease state education, and speaker program education. Identify and cultivate potential speakers. Professional Society/Patient Advocacy Engagement: Support commercial activities at medical congresses and conventions, including developing commercial plans. Collaborate with MSLs to determine the objective of KOL Executive Encounters. Take lead on commercially driven encounters between KOLs and appropriate Acrotech Biopharma leadership. Identify, profile, cultivate, and maintain long‑term relationships with leadership at key professional societies/advocacy groups. Field Sales Support: Support pull‑through of marketing strategy within field sales. Coordinate field activities with OAMs, RSDs, Marketing, and Market Access. Support Sales Training for OAMs during POAs, training classes, and field rides. Qualifications 10 plus years of pharma/biotech experience. 5+ years of oncology or hematology experience. Holds a KOL advocacy role or extensive KOL relationships in the lymphoma/leukemia marketplace. Broad range of leadership competencies and the ability to work in a cross‑functional role. Demonstrated competency in the development and execution of account‑specific business planning. Ability to travel overnight to cover a multi‑state geography and attend home office, local/regional/national meetings and conventions as necessary. Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills. Role model for Acrotech Biopharma leadership competencies and foster a high‑performance culture. Availability Must be available to work in the evenings and weekends, as required. Position Location and/or Territory and Travel Position will require up to 70% travel. The work is performed in a typical home office environment with heavy computer duty. Compensation $165,000 to $205,000, Annual Bonus, Long‑term Incentive Plan. Benefits Medical and Rx benefits choice of four medical plans through Horizon. Rx automatically provided with medical benefits. Dental benefits with three dental plan options through CIGNA. Vision plan with two plan options through VSP. Life insurance (Basic Life and AD&D) and supplemental life insurance. Disability insurance: voluntary short‑term disability and state disability. Long‑term disability (LTD) and state (short term) disability where applicable. Flexible Spending Accounts (both health care & dependent care) available. Health Savings Account (HSA). 401(k) plan through Fidelity with employer match and full vesting after 3 years. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – 100% confidential and fully company paid. Critical illness and accidental insurance. Legal and identity theft insurance. Paid time off – paid vacation, PTO, and holidays. Notice to Recruitment Agencies Please note that we are not accepting unsolicited resumes or proposals from recruitment firms or agencies for this position. Thank you for your understanding. #J-18808-Ljbffr