Amylyx Pharmaceuticals
Senior Director, Field Medical Affairs
Amylyx Pharmaceuticals, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
Amylyx is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on post-bariatric hypoglycemia (PBH), Wolfram syndrome, progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Our mission is powered by our people and core values — be audacious, be curious, be authentic, be engaged, and be accountable — creating a culture of caring. If you share our passion and determination, we encourage you to read the opportunity below and apply.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Amylyx is seeking a Senior Director, US Field Medical, who will recruit, train, and manage a team of Field Medical professionals (MSLs) to execute the medical strategy with an initial focus on Avexitide in PBH, while overseeing field medical strategy across Amylyx’s broader therapeutic portfolio. This leadership role drives the vision for field-based activities, oversees medical and scientific engagement with key opinion leaders (KOLs), and leverages insights to inform business and clinical strategy. The Senior Director serves as a critical link between the field team and cross-functional leadership, including Medical Affairs, Commercial, Clinical Development, and Research and Development (R&D). RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the national field medical strategy in alignment with Medical Affairs and company objectives. Define the vision, set strategic goals, design and report KPIs, and ensure tactical execution across the field team. Team Management and Development: Recruit, hire, train, and manage a high-performing field medical team. Foster a culture of scientific excellence, accountability, and continuous learning. Provide mentorship, coaching, and career development opportunities to team members. Medical and Scientific Engagement: Oversee the team\'s scientific exchange activities with external stakeholders, including national and regional KOLs, healthcare providers (HCPs), and professional medical societies. Ensure timely, impactful data delivery and compliant communication of scientific information. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Leadership: Partner with internal departments — Medical Affairs, Commercial, Clinical Development, R&D, Market Access, and Regulatory — to support product launches, payer engagements, clinical trial activities, and other strategic initiatives. Insight Generation: Establish processes for gathering, summarizing, and disseminating field-based medical insights to internal stakeholders to inform strategic decision-making and identify educational gaps. Compliance and Operations: Ensure field medical activities adhere to SOPs and regulatory guidelines. Oversee budget management, performance tracking, and effective use of CRM systems. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
An advanced degree is required, such as a PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent. A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, with at least 5 years in a field medical leadership role with people management responsibilities. Strong understanding of drug development, clinical trial methodology, and industry regulations governing field medical activities, including PhRMA code and FDA promotional guidelines. Experience in endocrinology/obesity medicine strongly preferred. Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams. Must possess strong strategic, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Requires significant travel, often up to 60% domestically, to attend scientific conferences, internal meetings, and field visits. WORK LOCATION AND CONDITIONS
Remote work opportunities within the United States are supported. Some states are not eligible for hire due to health insurance coverage and state tax regulations. Currently, Alaska, Arizona, Hawaii, Michigan, and Tennessee are not being considered for applicants. Travel to the Cambridge, MA corporate location several times per year and to other company-related events as necessary. You must have access to a work setting that enables meeting all role requirements (privacy, reliable internet, phone, video conferencing, etc.) at your remote location. Equal Opportunity Employer : Amylyx Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations are available in our selection process. If you need an accommodation, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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Amylyx is seeking a Senior Director, US Field Medical, who will recruit, train, and manage a team of Field Medical professionals (MSLs) to execute the medical strategy with an initial focus on Avexitide in PBH, while overseeing field medical strategy across Amylyx’s broader therapeutic portfolio. This leadership role drives the vision for field-based activities, oversees medical and scientific engagement with key opinion leaders (KOLs), and leverages insights to inform business and clinical strategy. The Senior Director serves as a critical link between the field team and cross-functional leadership, including Medical Affairs, Commercial, Clinical Development, and Research and Development (R&D). RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the national field medical strategy in alignment with Medical Affairs and company objectives. Define the vision, set strategic goals, design and report KPIs, and ensure tactical execution across the field team. Team Management and Development: Recruit, hire, train, and manage a high-performing field medical team. Foster a culture of scientific excellence, accountability, and continuous learning. Provide mentorship, coaching, and career development opportunities to team members. Medical and Scientific Engagement: Oversee the team\'s scientific exchange activities with external stakeholders, including national and regional KOLs, healthcare providers (HCPs), and professional medical societies. Ensure timely, impactful data delivery and compliant communication of scientific information. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Leadership: Partner with internal departments — Medical Affairs, Commercial, Clinical Development, R&D, Market Access, and Regulatory — to support product launches, payer engagements, clinical trial activities, and other strategic initiatives. Insight Generation: Establish processes for gathering, summarizing, and disseminating field-based medical insights to internal stakeholders to inform strategic decision-making and identify educational gaps. Compliance and Operations: Ensure field medical activities adhere to SOPs and regulatory guidelines. Oversee budget management, performance tracking, and effective use of CRM systems. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
An advanced degree is required, such as a PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent. A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, with at least 5 years in a field medical leadership role with people management responsibilities. Strong understanding of drug development, clinical trial methodology, and industry regulations governing field medical activities, including PhRMA code and FDA promotional guidelines. Experience in endocrinology/obesity medicine strongly preferred. Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams. Must possess strong strategic, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Requires significant travel, often up to 60% domestically, to attend scientific conferences, internal meetings, and field visits. WORK LOCATION AND CONDITIONS
Remote work opportunities within the United States are supported. Some states are not eligible for hire due to health insurance coverage and state tax regulations. Currently, Alaska, Arizona, Hawaii, Michigan, and Tennessee are not being considered for applicants. Travel to the Cambridge, MA corporate location several times per year and to other company-related events as necessary. You must have access to a work setting that enables meeting all role requirements (privacy, reliable internet, phone, video conferencing, etc.) at your remote location. Equal Opportunity Employer : Amylyx Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations are available in our selection process. If you need an accommodation, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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