Acrotech Biopharma inc.
Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison (TLL)
Acrotech Biopharma inc., Princeton Junction, New Jersey, United States
Division Overview
Acrotech Biopharma Inc. was formed as a global platform to commercialize innovative proprietary medications. The company aims to launch scientifically advanced products to address unmet needs and deliver value to patients as well as all healthcare stakeholders. Acrotech aspires to be a patient focused, research‑based organization that strives to launch treatments which are accessible to patients that need them.
Acrotech is expanding! Our company focuses on three key areas: oncology, dermatology, and biosimilars. Acrotech currently markets a portfolio of 5 oncology products including 2 of the leading products in Peripheral T‑Cell Lymphoma (PTCL), a rare and aggressive blood cancer. Acrotech recently submitted an NDA for a novel dermatology product. We are also preparing to launch a novel treatment for chemotherapy‑induced neutropenia (CIN). Our business development team is actively looking for additional products to accelerate our growth. This is an exciting time for Acrotech and we are looking for talented people to grow with our organization. You won’t be just a number, but a key contributor who will make significant impact to our organization and the patients we support.
Job Overview The Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison (TLL) will help support the growth of our Oncology Portfolio by identifying market needs and opportunities. The Associate Director, Regional TLL is an exceptional leader with deep oncology experience. The position is a field‑based, marketing position that will work closely with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), professional societies/advocacy groups, and field sales to build advocates, generate broader awareness of Acrotech Biopharma and its oncology portfolio.
The Associate Director, TLL will report into Marketing and will focus on four key areas but may have additional assignments based on need. These four areas are: market insight gathering, KOL engagement, professional society/advocacy group engagement, and field sales support. All TLL interactions are always within label and consistent with commercial compliance, legal and regulatory guidelines.
Candidates MUST reside in one of the following states: Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, and Oklahoma. Because of the extensive travel candidates must also have easy access to a major airport.
Responsibilities Market Insight Gathering
Gain KOL insights and perceptions of Acrotech Biopharma brands
Monitor competitive landscape, treatment protocols, and other market trends and reports finding to Marketing leadership
Provide support for commercial Advisory Boards and Speaker Programs including:
Identifying potential participants
Coordinating consulting arrangements
Gathering contracts for Advisory Boards and Speaker Programs
Supporting the development of national brand strategy based on insights gained in regional markets
Sharing insights with the field sales team to ensure strategic and tactical cohesiveness
KOL Engagement
Identify, profile, cultivate and maintain long‑term relationships with KOLs within the assigned region.
Build advocacy for Acrotech and its brands among KOLs
Engage with KOLs through:
On‑label discussions
Disease state education
Speaker program education
Identify and cultivate potential speakers
Professional Society/Patient Advocacy Engagement
Support commercial activities at Medical Congresses/Conventions:
Help develop commercial plans for congresses
Collaborate with MSLs to determine objective of KOL Executive Encounters. Take lead on Commercial driven encounters between KOLs and appropriate Acrotech Biopharma leadership
Identify, profile, cultivate, and maintain long‑term relationships with leadership at key professional societies/advocacy groups
Field Sales Support
Support pull‑through of marketing strategy within field sales
Coordinate field activities with OAMs, RSDs, Marketing, and Market Access
Support Sales Training for OAMs during POAs, training classes, and field rides
Qualifications – Skills & Requirements
BA/BS degree in science or business related discipline
10+ years of pharma/biotech experience
5+ years of oncology or hematology experience
Holds a KOL advocacy role or extensive KOL relationships in the Lymphoma/Leukemia marketplace
Broad range of leadership competencies and ability to work in a cross‑functional role
Demonstrated competency in the development and execution of account specific business planning
Ability to travel overnight to cover a multi‑state geography and attend home office, local/regional/national meetings and conventions as necessary
Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills
Role model for Acrotech Biopharma leadership competencies and foster a high performance culture
Must be available to work in the evenings and weekends as required
Position will require up to 70% travel
Availability / Position Location and Travel
Must be available to work in the evenings and weekends as required
Position will require up to 70% travel
The work is performed in a typical home office environment with heavy computer duty and easy access to a major airport
Compensation $165,000 to $205,000 per year, Annual Bonus, Long‑term Incentive Plan. Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, HSA, 401(k) with employer match, EAP, critical illness, accidental and identity theft insurance. Paid time off – paid vacation, PTO, holidays.
Notice to Recruitment Agencies Please note that we are not accepting unsolicited resumes or proposals from recruitment firms or agencies for this position. Thank you for your understanding.
Physical Requirements • Work in a temperature controlled office environment or travel via vehicle or commercial transportation. • Occasionally handle or feel objects, talk, hear, and walk during the course of employment. • Required to travel for business purposes. • Use computer, phone, copier and other office equipment in the course of a day. • Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and an ability to adjust focus. • Sedentary work: sit most of the time; walk and stand only occasionally. • Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Additional Physical Requirements Blood/Fluid Exposure Risk: Category III – tasks involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Category I tasks are not a condition of employment.
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Acrotech is expanding! Our company focuses on three key areas: oncology, dermatology, and biosimilars. Acrotech currently markets a portfolio of 5 oncology products including 2 of the leading products in Peripheral T‑Cell Lymphoma (PTCL), a rare and aggressive blood cancer. Acrotech recently submitted an NDA for a novel dermatology product. We are also preparing to launch a novel treatment for chemotherapy‑induced neutropenia (CIN). Our business development team is actively looking for additional products to accelerate our growth. This is an exciting time for Acrotech and we are looking for talented people to grow with our organization. You won’t be just a number, but a key contributor who will make significant impact to our organization and the patients we support.
Job Overview The Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison (TLL) will help support the growth of our Oncology Portfolio by identifying market needs and opportunities. The Associate Director, Regional TLL is an exceptional leader with deep oncology experience. The position is a field‑based, marketing position that will work closely with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), professional societies/advocacy groups, and field sales to build advocates, generate broader awareness of Acrotech Biopharma and its oncology portfolio.
The Associate Director, TLL will report into Marketing and will focus on four key areas but may have additional assignments based on need. These four areas are: market insight gathering, KOL engagement, professional society/advocacy group engagement, and field sales support. All TLL interactions are always within label and consistent with commercial compliance, legal and regulatory guidelines.
Candidates MUST reside in one of the following states: Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, and Oklahoma. Because of the extensive travel candidates must also have easy access to a major airport.
Responsibilities Market Insight Gathering
Gain KOL insights and perceptions of Acrotech Biopharma brands
Monitor competitive landscape, treatment protocols, and other market trends and reports finding to Marketing leadership
Provide support for commercial Advisory Boards and Speaker Programs including:
Identifying potential participants
Coordinating consulting arrangements
Gathering contracts for Advisory Boards and Speaker Programs
Supporting the development of national brand strategy based on insights gained in regional markets
Sharing insights with the field sales team to ensure strategic and tactical cohesiveness
KOL Engagement
Identify, profile, cultivate and maintain long‑term relationships with KOLs within the assigned region.
Build advocacy for Acrotech and its brands among KOLs
Engage with KOLs through:
On‑label discussions
Disease state education
Speaker program education
Identify and cultivate potential speakers
Professional Society/Patient Advocacy Engagement
Support commercial activities at Medical Congresses/Conventions:
Help develop commercial plans for congresses
Collaborate with MSLs to determine objective of KOL Executive Encounters. Take lead on Commercial driven encounters between KOLs and appropriate Acrotech Biopharma leadership
Identify, profile, cultivate, and maintain long‑term relationships with leadership at key professional societies/advocacy groups
Field Sales Support
Support pull‑through of marketing strategy within field sales
Coordinate field activities with OAMs, RSDs, Marketing, and Market Access
Support Sales Training for OAMs during POAs, training classes, and field rides
Qualifications – Skills & Requirements
BA/BS degree in science or business related discipline
10+ years of pharma/biotech experience
5+ years of oncology or hematology experience
Holds a KOL advocacy role or extensive KOL relationships in the Lymphoma/Leukemia marketplace
Broad range of leadership competencies and ability to work in a cross‑functional role
Demonstrated competency in the development and execution of account specific business planning
Ability to travel overnight to cover a multi‑state geography and attend home office, local/regional/national meetings and conventions as necessary
Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills
Role model for Acrotech Biopharma leadership competencies and foster a high performance culture
Must be available to work in the evenings and weekends as required
Position will require up to 70% travel
Availability / Position Location and Travel
Must be available to work in the evenings and weekends as required
Position will require up to 70% travel
The work is performed in a typical home office environment with heavy computer duty and easy access to a major airport
Compensation $165,000 to $205,000 per year, Annual Bonus, Long‑term Incentive Plan. Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, HSA, 401(k) with employer match, EAP, critical illness, accidental and identity theft insurance. Paid time off – paid vacation, PTO, holidays.
Notice to Recruitment Agencies Please note that we are not accepting unsolicited resumes or proposals from recruitment firms or agencies for this position. Thank you for your understanding.
Physical Requirements • Work in a temperature controlled office environment or travel via vehicle or commercial transportation. • Occasionally handle or feel objects, talk, hear, and walk during the course of employment. • Required to travel for business purposes. • Use computer, phone, copier and other office equipment in the course of a day. • Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and an ability to adjust focus. • Sedentary work: sit most of the time; walk and stand only occasionally. • Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Additional Physical Requirements Blood/Fluid Exposure Risk: Category III – tasks involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Category I tasks are not a condition of employment.
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