Thought Leader Liaison - Pacific Northwest
BioSpace, Seattle, WA, United States
Thought Leader Liaison – Pacific Northwest
This critical role is a customer‑facing role responsible for executing the customer aspects of the Neuroimmunology Business Units peer‑to‑peer strategies and building productive relationships with speakers, thought leaders and other key influencers from key accounts in their assigned geography. The Thought Leader Liaison (TLL) is responsible for engaging compliantly with key thought leaders in neuroimmunology and neuromuscular disease. This role works cross‑functionally with Sales, Site of Care, and Medical Affairs to address customer needs and drive collaboration.
Responsibilities
Significant customer‑facing time, building relationships with existing and new thought leaders for involvement in current and future commercial activities
Creates local peer‑to‑peer strategies in coordination with national and regional strategic marketing and sales business plans
Collaborates closely with the Amgen advocacy team to develop relationships with key physician and patient organizations
Creates and executes short‑term and long‑term KOL engagement plans
Captures, synthesizes and shares key thought leader insights to help shape brand strategy and prepare for future life‑cycle management and competitor entry into the marketplace
Identifies evidence gaps across product and disease education through appropriate thought‑leader discussions and podium observations
Disseminates thought leader insights to broader Amgen stakeholders, including marketing, sales, and market access, to drive development of new strategies and tactical approaches and to ensure a comprehensive view of market trends is integrated into overall planning
Coordinates leadership interactions at all assigned national/regional state society conferences
Initiates and pursues opportunities to involve Amgen in meaningful programs with thought leaders to ensure Amgen is strategically and strongly positioned in the market
Assists with speaker events, including selection of speakers, training for speakers and reviewing current speaker programs to ensure consistent messaging and compliant execution
Collaborates with marketing team on peer‑to‑peer programs including speaker training programs and contributes to ongoing refinement of the U.S. speaker bureau
Contributes to content development by providing customer insight and perspective, increasing program impact & relevance
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree and 2 years of marketing or sales experience
Master’s degree and 4 years of marketing or sales experience
Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of marketing or sales experience
Associate’s degree and 10 years of marketing or sales experience
High school diploma / GED and 12 years of marketing or sales experience
Preferred Qualifications
Customer‑facing pharmaceutical or biotech industry experience (field sales, product marketing, medical or clinical experience in the same or related therapeutic area) is required
Experience in neurology, neuroimmunology and neuromuscular disease
Clinical experience in rare diseases or specialty biologics strongly preferred
Thought leader or demonstrated KOL leadership experience a plus
Proven track record of consistent achievement or exceeding expectations in assigned responsibilities, goals, objectives and any other relevant metrics, especially involving cross‑functional matrix teams
Previous experience in multiple commercial functions beneficial
Demonstrated experience customizing and executing timely action plans across various initiatives
Demonstrates leadership, strategic agility and persuasive aptitude
Exceptional ability to collaborate and/or lead cross‑functional teams
Ability to present ideas effectively by consolidating and customizing information
Strong organizational, analytic and time‑management planning skills
Exceptional clinical/business acumen
Travel Requirements
Willingness to travel, inclusive of conferences on weekends, overnight programs as well as attendance at key internal meetings
Individual must reside within territory boundaries given travel requirements
What You Can Expect Of Us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well‑being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
Benefits
A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a retirement and savings plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales‑based incentive plan
Stock‑based long‑term incentives
Award‑winning time‑off plans
Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team. careers.amgen.com
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Responsibilities
Significant customer‑facing time, building relationships with existing and new thought leaders for involvement in current and future commercial activities
Creates local peer‑to‑peer strategies in coordination with national and regional strategic marketing and sales business plans
Collaborates closely with the Amgen advocacy team to develop relationships with key physician and patient organizations
Creates and executes short‑term and long‑term KOL engagement plans
Captures, synthesizes and shares key thought leader insights to help shape brand strategy and prepare for future life‑cycle management and competitor entry into the marketplace
Identifies evidence gaps across product and disease education through appropriate thought‑leader discussions and podium observations
Disseminates thought leader insights to broader Amgen stakeholders, including marketing, sales, and market access, to drive development of new strategies and tactical approaches and to ensure a comprehensive view of market trends is integrated into overall planning
Coordinates leadership interactions at all assigned national/regional state society conferences
Initiates and pursues opportunities to involve Amgen in meaningful programs with thought leaders to ensure Amgen is strategically and strongly positioned in the market
Assists with speaker events, including selection of speakers, training for speakers and reviewing current speaker programs to ensure consistent messaging and compliant execution
Collaborates with marketing team on peer‑to‑peer programs including speaker training programs and contributes to ongoing refinement of the U.S. speaker bureau
Contributes to content development by providing customer insight and perspective, increasing program impact & relevance
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree and 2 years of marketing or sales experience
Master’s degree and 4 years of marketing or sales experience
Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of marketing or sales experience
Associate’s degree and 10 years of marketing or sales experience
High school diploma / GED and 12 years of marketing or sales experience
Preferred Qualifications
Customer‑facing pharmaceutical or biotech industry experience (field sales, product marketing, medical or clinical experience in the same or related therapeutic area) is required
Experience in neurology, neuroimmunology and neuromuscular disease
Clinical experience in rare diseases or specialty biologics strongly preferred
Thought leader or demonstrated KOL leadership experience a plus
Proven track record of consistent achievement or exceeding expectations in assigned responsibilities, goals, objectives and any other relevant metrics, especially involving cross‑functional matrix teams
Previous experience in multiple commercial functions beneficial
Demonstrated experience customizing and executing timely action plans across various initiatives
Demonstrates leadership, strategic agility and persuasive aptitude
Exceptional ability to collaborate and/or lead cross‑functional teams
Ability to present ideas effectively by consolidating and customizing information
Strong organizational, analytic and time‑management planning skills
Exceptional clinical/business acumen
Travel Requirements
Willingness to travel, inclusive of conferences on weekends, overnight programs as well as attendance at key internal meetings
Individual must reside within territory boundaries given travel requirements
What You Can Expect Of Us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well‑being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
Benefits
A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a retirement and savings plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales‑based incentive plan
Stock‑based long‑term incentives
Award‑winning time‑off plans
Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team. careers.amgen.com
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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