Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison - Dermatology
Novartis
September 03, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Philadelphia, PA
Medical Affairs
Role: Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison in dermatology, responsible for building relationships with Medical Experts across the Mid-Atlantic region to inform strategic business and educational initiatives. Core responsibilities include conducting compliant engagements, facilitating discussions to generate insights, supporting peer-to-peer education and advisory programs, and coordinating activities at congresses and external events. The role involves cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Education, and Congress teams, leveraging digital tools and CRM platforms for engagement and insight management. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (MBA or advanced degree preferred), 5+ years in thought leader engagement, KOL management, or related pharmaceutical roles, with proven ability to develop compliant, productive relationships with healthcare professionals. High-value specifics: dermatology therapeutic area, regional field-based role with up to 80% travel, requiring residence within the territory (between Philadelphia and Washington, DC). Strong understanding of field marketing, insight synthesis, and cross-functional collaboration is essential. The role emphasizes strategic execution, communication, and organizational skills, with a focus on compliant external stakeholder engagement within a highly visible, customer-facing position.