Daiichi Sankyo
Associate Director, Diagnostic Regional Medical Lead - West
Daiichi Sankyo, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Job Summary
The Associate Director, Diagnostics Regional Medical Lead (DRML) is a field‑based position that will provide liaison responsibilities supporting US Medical Diagnostics strategy across a specified geography. This role collaborates with relevant business partners to provide input into the Medical Diagnostics strategy, with the primary responsibility of executing the strategy with external stakeholders. The candidate identifies and develops ongoing professional relationships with pathologists, testing labs, and key national and regional leaders in the diagnostic and biomarker areas in select oncology tumor types to improve patient identification for Daiichi Sankyo therapies.
This territory includes: OK, TX, NM, AZ, Southern CA.
Responsibilities
Execute biomarker diagnostic readiness programs as defined by US Medical Diagnostics strategy (launch plans).
Execute field engagement strategy through facilitation of external engagements and by building relationships with key leaders in the diagnostic and biomarker area, including pathologists, testing labs, clinical experts and members of the multidisciplinary team engaged in patient identification and education.
Establish and foster working relationships with CAP, USCAP, ASCP and regional pathology societies.
Identify and build relationships with strategic partners; recommend and deliver diagnostics‑focused educational content targeted to pathologists and key external experts in the diagnostic and biomarker areas.
Collaborate with US HEOR to identify external engagement opportunities related to biomarker evidence generation plans.
Drive dedicated pathology‑centered trainings according to interpretation guides and ASCO/CAP guidelines; perform in‑person and virtual slide reviews.
Educate on clinical risk mitigation and impact of diagnostic choices on patient management.
Gather pathology and diagnostics‑related external medical insights regarding Daiichi Sankyo investigational products to help inform Clinical Development and US Medical Strategy.
Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information and compliantly collaborate with DS field teams.
In alignment with US Medical Affairs Plans, provide input into the Field Medical Diagnostics strategy, including tactics, performance measures and resources.
Inform the US Medical Diagnostic strategy, for current and future oncology products, through timely insight sharing from pathologists and key external experts in the diagnostics and biomarker areas.
Conduct and prepare regular business reviews aligned to the overall US Medical Diagnostic strategy and DRML performance metrics/objectives to maximize regional planning and execution.
Collaborate with relevant internal business partners (e.g., HEOR, MVL) to assist with design and execution of HEOR studies, outcomes surveys, etc. related to diagnostics.
Assist in identifying solution‑based strategies to address biomarker adoption, barriers, and gaps.
Lead special projects/initiatives, as needed, in support of US Medical Affairs diagnostics strategy.
Provides leadership presence and advocacy by representing FMA Leadership at key organizational meetings, functions, and events to ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
Oversees critical administrative governance activities, including expense management and field activity reporting, to maintain compliance and operational excellence.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required.
Advanced scientific degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) preferred; equivalent may be considered.
7 or more years overall related experience (including at least 5 in relevant professional experience).
4 or more years of related work experience in industry, clinical, or research institution with emphasis in oncologic pathology.
Demonstrated business acumen, strategic thinking, problem‑solving, and strong analytical skills.
Deep understanding of diagnostic FDA environment, laboratory practices including CAP/CLIA lab requirements and test implementation.
Proven track record of influencing skills, teamwork, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration.
Ability to work independently in a remote environment with moderate supervision.
Experience engaging with external experts and interacting productively with both commercial and scientific/medical colleagues.
Travel up to 60% of the time, including overnight.
Salary Range:
USD$206,800.00 – USD$310,200.00
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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This territory includes: OK, TX, NM, AZ, Southern CA.
Responsibilities
Execute biomarker diagnostic readiness programs as defined by US Medical Diagnostics strategy (launch plans).
Execute field engagement strategy through facilitation of external engagements and by building relationships with key leaders in the diagnostic and biomarker area, including pathologists, testing labs, clinical experts and members of the multidisciplinary team engaged in patient identification and education.
Establish and foster working relationships with CAP, USCAP, ASCP and regional pathology societies.
Identify and build relationships with strategic partners; recommend and deliver diagnostics‑focused educational content targeted to pathologists and key external experts in the diagnostic and biomarker areas.
Collaborate with US HEOR to identify external engagement opportunities related to biomarker evidence generation plans.
Drive dedicated pathology‑centered trainings according to interpretation guides and ASCO/CAP guidelines; perform in‑person and virtual slide reviews.
Educate on clinical risk mitigation and impact of diagnostic choices on patient management.
Gather pathology and diagnostics‑related external medical insights regarding Daiichi Sankyo investigational products to help inform Clinical Development and US Medical Strategy.
Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information and compliantly collaborate with DS field teams.
In alignment with US Medical Affairs Plans, provide input into the Field Medical Diagnostics strategy, including tactics, performance measures and resources.
Inform the US Medical Diagnostic strategy, for current and future oncology products, through timely insight sharing from pathologists and key external experts in the diagnostics and biomarker areas.
Conduct and prepare regular business reviews aligned to the overall US Medical Diagnostic strategy and DRML performance metrics/objectives to maximize regional planning and execution.
Collaborate with relevant internal business partners (e.g., HEOR, MVL) to assist with design and execution of HEOR studies, outcomes surveys, etc. related to diagnostics.
Assist in identifying solution‑based strategies to address biomarker adoption, barriers, and gaps.
Lead special projects/initiatives, as needed, in support of US Medical Affairs diagnostics strategy.
Provides leadership presence and advocacy by representing FMA Leadership at key organizational meetings, functions, and events to ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
Oversees critical administrative governance activities, including expense management and field activity reporting, to maintain compliance and operational excellence.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required.
Advanced scientific degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) preferred; equivalent may be considered.
7 or more years overall related experience (including at least 5 in relevant professional experience).
4 or more years of related work experience in industry, clinical, or research institution with emphasis in oncologic pathology.
Demonstrated business acumen, strategic thinking, problem‑solving, and strong analytical skills.
Deep understanding of diagnostic FDA environment, laboratory practices including CAP/CLIA lab requirements and test implementation.
Proven track record of influencing skills, teamwork, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration.
Ability to work independently in a remote environment with moderate supervision.
Experience engaging with external experts and interacting productively with both commercial and scientific/medical colleagues.
Travel up to 60% of the time, including overnight.
Salary Range:
USD$206,800.00 – USD$310,200.00
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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