Area Director, Field Medical Affairs at Jobgether – United States

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Area Director, Field Medical Affairs in the United States.

This leadership role sits at the intersection of medical strategy, scientific engagement, and field team excellence within a highly specialized biotech environment.
You will lead and develop a high-performing Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team responsible for advancing scientific understanding of precision therapies in rare and complex diseases.
The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, ensuring consistent, high-quality scientific exchange with Key Opinion Leaders and healthcare professionals.
You will play a key role in shaping field medical strategy, aligning regional execution with broader medical and corporate objectives.
Working closely with cross-functional partners, you will help translate scientific insights from the field into actionable medical and business strategies.
The environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and mission-driven, with strong emphasis on scientific rigor, compliance, and leadership impact.
Overall, this position offers the opportunity to directly influence field medical excellence and patient impact through strong team leadership and scientific engagement.

• Lead, recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing field-based Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team across a designated U.S. region.
• Define and execute regional Field Medical Affairs strategy in alignment with medical leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Set clear performance expectations, goals, and accountability frameworks for individual team members and the broader organization.
• Oversee development and execution of regional and territory-level medical engagement plans with consistency and appropriate local adaptation.
• Guide field operations including insights capture, documentation, KOL engagement, and competitive intelligence reporting.
• Provide continuous coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to support team growth and excellence.
• Ensure ongoing scientific training and readiness to maintain high-level medical credibility and compliant field interactions.
• Represent Field Medical Affairs at scientific meetings and collaborate with internal partners to strengthen cross-functional alignment.
• Manage regional headcount planning and operational budgets in coordination with Medical Operations and Finance.

Requirements:

• Advanced scientific or clinical degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, NP, RN, or MS in a relevant field).
• 15+ years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, including significant exposure to hematology, oncology, immunology, or rare diseases.
• At least 10+ years of experience in field-based roles within medical or commercial functions.
• 10+ years of leadership experience managing and developing MSL or field medical teams.
• Strong track record of leading teams through pre-launch and commercial launch environments.
• Proven ability to translate scientific data into clear field strategies and actionable medical insights.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and team development skills with a focus on performance and accountability.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage external scientific experts credibly.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional and commercial leadership while maintaining medical independence.
• High level of scientific acumen with the ability to communicate complex clinical data clearly and effectively.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the United States (50% or more).

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary ranging from $250,000 to $295,000 USD.
• Target annual bonus of approximately 25% of base salary.
• Long-term equity incentives and stock award opportunities.
• 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families.
• 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and family/medical leave policies.
• Short-term disability coverage and strong financial protection benefits.
• Wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and family-forming support resources.
• Inclusive, mission-driven culture focused on scientific innovation and patient impact.