What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director of Medical Engagement position at Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.?
Company Overview
Our Mission : At Esperion, we are working tirelessly to deliver innovative medicines that help patients reach their goals today, tomorrow, and into the future.
Esperion is a fully remote based company with a corporate headquarters located in Ann Arbor, MI. The Company offers a competitive salary including a performance-based bonus program and stock-based compensation, a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) matching plan and health insurance, and paid time off and holidays.
Position Title : Associate Director of Medical Engagement (AD)
The AD of Medical Engagement will represent Esperion's commitment to advancing patient care and scientific innovation by engaging with healthcare professionals, researchers, and key stakeholders to deliver scientific information, identify insights, and establish long-term partnerships. These roles reflect a progression of responsibilities, with the Associate Director role focusing on functional area leadership and the Director role encompassing strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and direct field team management. This position reports to the National MSL Team Lead.
Territory : Northeastern US (New York, Boston, Philadelphia)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead scientific initiatives within the functional area, including internal and external projects.
- Mentor and guide MSLs as appropriate, fostering professional development within the team.
- Contribute to Medical Affairs strategy development for congress planning, scientific publications, and real-world evidence initiatives.
- Collaborate on the development of health system quality improvement initiatives.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in cardiometabolic care, providing advanced scientific guidance to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with corporate policies, U.S. healthcare laws, and industry regulations in all scientific engagements.
- Engage with Thought Leaders (TLs) : Build and maintain trusted relationships with healthcare professionals, academic centers, and researchers aligned with Esperion's mission.
- Scientific Exchange : Deliver and discuss current and emerging scientific data on hypercholesterolemia, ensuring high-quality educational interactions with external stakeholders.
- Clinical and Scientific Expertise : Develop expertise in cardiometabolic and lipid-related science, Esperion's product portfolio, and emerging clinical trends.
- Strategic Insight Capture : Gather field insights on unmet needs, treatment landscapes, and competitive intelligence to refine Esperion's strategies.
- Congress and Event Participation : Represent Esperion at medical congresses, roundtable discussions, advisory boards, and educational programs.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with internal teams as appropriate, including Market Access, Marketing, Clinical Development, Regulatory, to align scientific and commercial strategies.
- Compliance : Ensure adherence to all corporate policies, U.S. healthcare laws, and industry regulations in all scientific engagements.
- additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications (Education & Experience)
50% (including overnight travel).