National Director, Field Medical Affairs - Ophthalmology

The role of the National Director, Field Medical Affairs is pivotal, embodying a specialized, field-oriented expertise in the realm of ophthalmology, particularly retinal indications, through leadership support of our client. The National Director, Field Medical Affairs functions as a highly trained, field-based, scientific expert in retinal therapy, who sets a strong example for the field MSL team charged with engaging health care professionals and leaders in clinical, scientific, value-based care and research-based peer-to-peer scientific exchange around therapeutics. This position interacts with local, regional, and national Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and health care practitioners (HCPs), as well as professional societies and organizations.

Responsibilities

MSL Leadership and Development: Recruitment and retention of key talent; Build an organization reflecting a diverse and inclusive workforce; Provide coaching, mentoring and guidance to MSLs; Oversee KOL/HCP planning and implementation; Establish team goals and objectives; Ensure Internal Feedback Loop: Collect field insights and share internally; National Execution of Medical Strategy: Maintain deep understanding of therapeutic strategy; Accountable for direction and execution of medical goals/objectives and territory plans; Engage in collaboration with clinical operations; Ensure cross-functional collaboration and compliance; Publications & Manuscript Support: Assist in publication planning and execution; People Leader: Oversee field medical business objectives; Oversight of MSL team; Interview, select and supervise department staff; Responsible for monthly metric reporting

Requirements

Advanced degree (OD, MD, PhD, PharmD, MSN or NP/PA) required; Ophthalmology and retina specialty field experience required; Teamwork is a mandatory requirement; Must have excellent leadership, management, and communication skills; Confident initiative-taker able to lead the development of field strategy and execute/manage execution of tactical plans; Must always act in a professional manner as an external representative; Must have the ability to build and support positive relationships with management, peers, and subordinates; Must display superior organizational management and critical thinking skills; Working knowledge of institutions and clinics is expected; Excellent written and oral presentation skills; Ability to travel frequently (70%) with overnight stays; Knowledge of PHARMA, OIG and FDA regulations regarding non promotional activities

Nice to have

4+ years of industry experience and 2 years demonstrated leadership experience managing field-based teams preferred; Demonstrated leadership success in pharmaceutical field-based experience and/or pharmaceutical industry related experience; Excellence in scientific acumen, ability to understand and communicate complex science to many different audiences; Flexibility in adapting/reacting to changing market urgency dynamics and competitive challenges; Tolerance for ambiguity and the ability to be flexible within the work environment; High sense of urgency and commitment to excellence; Excellent planning and organizational skills; Excellent analytical, conceptual, and administrative skills; Advanced communication skills both oral, written and presentation; Excellent problem solving and analytic capability in concert with strong negotiation skills; Competent to use standard computer technologies including integrated business software; Demonstrated exceptional business acumen; Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and translate problems into business opportunities; Knowledge of personnel management including recruitment, hiring, progressive discipline process, coaching, and motivation