Associate Medical Director

Associate Director Medical Science Liaison - EastRaleigh, United States of America | Field-basedThe Associate Director Medical Science Liaison is a manager-leader within the Medical Affairs department. Direct and indirect responsibilities include solid tumor oncology HCP engagement, investigator-initiated studies, support of company sponsored trials, scientific congress support, development of MSL plans, and management of a regional MSL team as assigned.Essential Duties And Responsibilities:Responsible for providing direction, guidance, and support to a team of MSLs in an assigned regionResponsible for direct territory responsibilities in situations when no MSL coverage availableAssessment, recognition, and improvement of MSL performance at the individual and group levelEnsure the successful execution of MSL strategic, operational, and tactical plansKeep the executive director of MSLs informed about key information in a timely mannerRepresent Exelixis Medical Affairs as managers in the fieldRepresent Medical Affairs management as a cross-functional partner within the companyServe as a positive role model and actively support the professional development of reportsWith guidance from the executive director of MSLs, regional directors are expected to lead high visibility Medical Affairs projects and be accountable for the outcomesFoster teamwork and continuity across the entire MSL organizationEngage key national and regional thought leaders and healthcare professionalsIn an accurate, fair and balanced manner, exchange scientific information with external partiesReport field intelligence to Exelixis including competitive information, perspectives about compounds, and the treatment landscapeRepresent Exelixis management at medical conferences and provide session summariesWithin guidelines, provide cross-functional support across the company by being a scientific resourceDevelop and maintain a level of knowledge about pertinent studies, compounds, and diseases that would facilitate collegiate and scientific discussions with leading oncology thought leadersConsistently demonstrate a high standard of excellence and require the same from reportsAbility to support the achievement of individual, functional, and departmental goals while executing all duties in an honest and compliant mannerEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:Education/Experience - Requirements:Master's level oncology PA or NP degree with active commitment towards completion of doctorate degree preferred and a minimum of 13 years of related experience; or,Accredited doctorate degree in a basic-science or life-science discipline (Pharm.D., Ph.D., D.Sc., D.N.P., or D.O.) and a minimum of 12 years of related experience; or,Equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred Experience:A minimum of 6 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry.Oncology MSL management experience.A minimum of 8 years as an MSL in therapeutic oncology.Prior experience as a people-manager of similarly credentialed and skilled reports. If no prior MSL management experience, mentorship from a prior manager in preparation for a management position.Knowledge/Skills:Ability to manage multiple projects in an efficient and effective mannerCompletion of leadership training courseworkAbility to take and follow directions, accept guidance, and adjust quickly to changesAbility to communicate and engage small and large groups in an engaging mannerAbility to efficiently manage time and prioritiesAbility to demonstrate leadership while recognizing when input from others is neededWorking Conditions:Ability to travel frequently (50% or more); including occasional weekendsLI-CES