Senior Director, U.S. Field Medical

Lead a high‑impact Field Medical organization and shape the future of dermatology! 

At LEO Pharma, we are transforming the future of medical science in dermatology—and we’re looking for a visionary leader who is ready to elevate our Field Medical organization to new heights. If you thrive on driving strategy, empowering teams, and shaping scientific impact across the U.S., this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference for patients and the clinicians who serve them. 

Your Role: 

As Senior Director, U.S. Field Medical, you will provide strategic and tactical leadership to all MSLs and MOLs, ensuring strong alignment between Scientific Affairs, cross‑functional partners, and the U.S. affiliate. You will oversee all field medical activities supporting marketed products and products in development, upholding the highest standards of ethics and compliance. 

This is a field-based role in Madison, NJ.  

Your Responsibilities: 

• Lead, develop, and manage the full U.S. MSL and MOL organization, including hiring, coaching/training, field direction, motivation, territory alignment, and ongoing performance reviews. 

• Drive scientific and medical communications for all marketed and pipeline products; ensure compliant, accurate, and balanced scientific exchange across all field activities. 

• Oversee field operations, including travel and expense approvals, team readiness for scientific meetings/conventions, clinical data presentations, and external engagements. 

• Provide strategic leadership across training, resources, and development, collaborating with Scientific Affairs and cross‑functional partners to ensure strong therapeutic area knowledge and field capability. 

• Lead Field Medical strategic planning, including budget development/management, KOL mapping and engagement strategy, and thought‑leader relationship development at regional and national levels. 

• Oversee Field Medical clinical support, including IIS management, milestone tracking, US clinical study support, research site identification, and communication with investigators. 

Your Qualifications: 

• MD, PharmD, or PhD required. 

• MSL experience and 5+ years management experience preferred.  

• Skilled in reviewing, interpreting, and presenting medical and technical information 

• Ability to influence key decision-makers and communicate effectively across stakeholders.  

• This role requires ~60% national travel, monthly travel to the home office if field-based, residence within 45 minutes of a major U.S. airport, and a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record. 

Your New Team: 

You will join a collaborative, high-performing Scientific Affairs organization committed to advancing dermatology through credible scientific exchange, clinical expertise, and strong partnerships. Your MSL and MOL teams are dedicated clinicians who support thought leadership, research excellence, and field insights that guide LEO Pharma’s mission and strategic direction. You will report directly to the Vice President, Medical Affairs.  

Compensation:

The base salary range for this position is $250,000 - $300,000 per year. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the LEO Pharma range for this position. Salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. In addition, some positions may include eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and / or individual performance. 

Application: 

You do not need to upload a cover letter, but feel free to add a few sentences in your resume or CV on why this position is of interest to you. 

Let’s pioneer together! 

At LEO Pharma, we help people with skin diseases live fulfilling lives by advancing dermatology beyond the skin. We drive dermatology with our knowledge, collaboration, and curiosity, and we are at the forefront of science in developing new medicines. For us, pioneering together is about constantly improving and extending what’s possible for each other, our company, and our patients. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates because we believe that our different perspectives, backgrounds, and attitudes are what enable us to make the best decisions for LEO Pharma and meet the needs of the wonderfully diverse marketplace we operate in.
 
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