Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison Southeast United States

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 oncology products and recently submitted an NDA for a novel dermatology product. We are also preparing to launch a novel treatment for chemotherapy induced neutropenia (CIN). The business development team is actively looking for additional products to accelerate growth. This is an exciting time for Acrotech and we are looking for talented people to grow with our organization. You will be a key contributor who will make a significant impact to our organization and the patients we support. Job Overview Southeast, USA Territory. 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 role that will work closely with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), professional societies/advocacy groups, and field sales to build advocates and 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: market insight gathering, KOL engagement, professional society/advocacy group engagement, and field sales support. All TLL interactions are always within label guidance 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 extensive travel, candidates must 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 finding to Marketing leadership • Provide support for commercial Advisory Boards and Speaker Programs including • Identifying potential participants • Coordinating consulting arrangements • Gathering contracts for Advisory Boards and Speaker Programs • Supporting the development of national brand strategy based on insights gained in regional markets • Sharing insights with the field sales team to ensure strategic and tactical cohesiveness 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; Speaker program education • Identify and cultivate potential speakers Professional Society/Patient Advocacy Engagement • Support commercial activities at Medical Congresses/Conventions and help develop commercial plans for congresses • Collaborate with MSLs to determine objective of KOL Executive Encounters and take lead on Commercial driven encounters between KOLs and 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 – Skills & Requirements • 7 plus years of pharma/biotech experience • 3+ years of oncology or hematology • Prior experience in a TLL type role or has a role with extensive KOL relationships with Academic based oncologists/heme-oncs • Broad range of leadership competencies and ability to work in 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 fosters a high performance culture Additional Requirements • Must be available to work in the evenings and weekends, as required • Position will require up to 70% travel • BA/BS degree in science or business related discipline • Must live in the assigned geography with easy access to a major airport Education & Experience • BA/BS degree in science or business related discipline • 10 plus years of pharma/biotech experience • 5+ years of oncology or hematology • Holds a KOL advocacy role or extensive KOL relationships in the Lymphoma/Leukemia Marketplace • Broad range of leadership competencies and ability to work in 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 60% travel • The work is performed in a typical home office environment with heavy computer duty Compensation • Compensation: $165,000 to $205,000, Annual Bonus, Long-term Incentive Plan • Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA/HSA, 401(k) with company match, and other programs Notice to Recruitment Agencies Please note that we are not accepting unsolicited resumes or proposals from recruitment firms or agencies for this position. 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Education & Experience (Cont.) • BA/BS degree in science or business related discipline • 10 plus years of pharma/biotech experience • 5+ years of oncology or hematology • Holds a KOL advocacy role or extensive KOL relationships in the Lymphoma/Leukemia Marketplace • Broad range of leadership competencies and ability to work in 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 60% travel • The work is performed in a typical home office environment with heavy computer duty Physical & Other Requirements SALES POSITION – While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to work in a temperature controlled office environment or travel via vehicle or other means. The role may require travel for business purposes. May involve exposure to computer, phone, copier and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required. This position is sedentary; occasional lifting up to 10 pounds. Additional physical requirements and categories may apply. Note: This description reflects the general responsibilities of the position and is not a complete list of duties.