Director, Thought Leader Engagement (H&N) - Northeast

For our client, we are seeking a Director, Thought Leader Engagement (H&N) - Northeast to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This remote leadership role will drive national engagement strategy for key external experts in head and neck oncology, with a focus on shaping brand direction and adoption planning. The director will partner across marketing, medical affairs, sales, and field teams to build insight-driven relationships, support congress activity, and strengthen stakeholder engagement across the oncology landscape. The role will translate market feedback into actionable strategies that inform commercialization efforts and improve coordination across functions. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $211,200 – $316,800 annually Responsibilities Develop and lead national thought leader engagement strategy for an oncology brand. Build and maintain relationships with head and neck oncology key opinion leaders and stakeholders. Monitor the oncology landscape for trends affecting product adoption. Serve as the primary contact for key opinion leaders and influential oncology stakeholders. Lead engagement planning at major oncology congresses and conferences. Recruit, train, and evaluate members of the speaker bureau. Deliver a coordinated customer experience across internal teams. Synthesize insights from thought leader interactions to inform brand strategy. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred. 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech for Director-level roles; 8+ years for Associate Director. Significant oncology experience in marketing, sales, or medical affairs. Proven ability to build relationships with key opinion leaders and medical experts. Strong skills in gathering and translating market insights into strategy. Deep understanding of oncology commercialization and stakeholder roles. Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing decisions without direct authority. Excellent communication and relationship-management skills. Benefits 401(k) plan with 100% match on the first 6% of contributions. Two medical plan options, dental, and vision insurance. Access to voluntary plans like critical illness and accident insurance. Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave. Support resources for child and adult care, financial wellness, and emotional well-being. Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account. 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.