Associate Director, Thought Leader Marketing Liaison

For our client, we are seeking a Associate Director, Thought Leader Marketing Liaison to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This role will help shape scientific engagement strategies that connect external experts with the company's marketing objectives in a highly regulated environment. You will identify and engage key opinion leaders, translate field insights into actionable recommendations, and support conference and advisory board activities that influence brand positioning. The position also oversees speaker bureau operations and cross-functional collaboration to ensure compliant, insight-driven execution across the therapeutic area. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $173,200 – $272,600 annually Responsibilities Assist in identifying and mapping scientific leaders and emerging experts in the IBD landscape Develop advocacy around scientific messages and product positioning Execute engagements with scientific leaders, including congress participation and advisory boards Gather actionable insights from KOLs to inform marketing strategies Collaborate with marketing to determine participation in key IBD conferences Manage a U.S. IBD speaker bureau, including faculty onboarding and training Ensure compliance with regulations in all engagement activities Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree such as an MBA, MS, PharmD, or equivalent preferred 5-8 years in pharmaceutical sales, marketing, or KOL management roles 5 years as a Thought Leader Liaison or Regional Marketing strongly preferred 3 years of IBD experience with existing KOL networks in IBD strongly preferred Proven success in building scientific relationships in a regulated environment Excellent communication and organizational skills Ability to synthesize insights into strategic recommendations Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families Retirement benefits, including a 401(k) Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days Access to annual bonuses and long-term incentives Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.