Associate Director, Marketing -Thought Leader Marketing Liaison

Merck · North Wales (upper Gwynedd), PA +9 more

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Role summary

Associate Director role within the US Immunology team focused on Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Responsible for identifying and engaging scientific leaders, managing speaker programs, coordinating congress participation, and ensuring compliance in all marketing and advocacy activities. Position requires 60-70% regional and national travel across five available territories.

What they're looking for

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MS, PharmD) preferred
5-8 years pharmaceutical sales, marketing, field medical engagement, or KOL management experience
2+ years IBD experience with established Key Opinion Leader networks strongly preferred
Demonstrated success building and maintaining scientific relationships with KOLs in regulated environments
Ability to influence and collaborate across matrixed organization without direct authority
Valid driver's license and ability to travel 60% including weekends for congresses
Residency in or near assigned major metropolitan area with major airport access

What you'll be doing

Identify, map, and assess advocacy of national and regional scientific leaders and clinical experts across IBD landscape
Execute engagements with thought leaders including congress participation, site visits, advisory boards, and approved educational activities
Gather actionable insights from key opinion leaders to inform marketing strategies and brand planning
Develop and manage US IBD Speaker Bureau including faculty identification, onboarding, training, and readiness for speaker engagements
Ensure strict adherence to compliance regulations, internal policies, and industry standards in all engagement activities

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