Regional Director, Medical Science Liaison - West

OverviewThe Regional Medical Science Liaison Director (RMD), Immunology - West is a key leader within Field Medical Affairs, responsible for building, leading, and developing a high-performing team of MSLs across the Eastern/Western U.S.Reporting to the Executive Director of Field Medical Affairs, this leader will translate Medical Affairs strategy into regional execution, this role sits at the forefront of translating Medical Affairs strategy into meaningful scientific engagement, ecosystem influence, and actionable insight generation in preparation for launch.This leader leads a high-performing team of MSLs within a region to deliver strategic, insight-driven engagement across diverse healthcare ecosystems and evolve how Field Medical delivers value through elevated engagement, deeper partnerships across the healthcare ecosystem, and real-time insights that inform enterprise decision-making.ResponsibilitiesRegional Leadership & Team DevelopmentBuild, lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of MSLs across the East /West regionEstablish a culture of scientific excellence, accountability, collaboration, and continuous developmentDrive performance through clear expectations, field engagement, and ongoing coachingRecruit, onboard, and retain top Field Medical talentMedical Strategy & ExecutionTranslate enterprise and Medical Affairs strategy into actionable regional plansEnsure consistent, high-quality scientific exchange with key opinion leaders (KOLs), academic centers, and community providersDrive strategic scientific engagement across academic centers, community networks, and organized systems of care to support launch readiness and evolving standards of careLead regional execution of medical initiatives, including congress strategy, advisory boards, and evidence generation supportDrive alignment and execution of launch readiness plans across the regionInsight Generation & Strategic ImpactEnsure high-quality medical insights are captured, synthesized, and communicated to inform strategyServe as an early sensing function for scientific, clinical, and healthcare ecosystem trends in immunologyServe as the voice of the region, ensuring customer perspectives and field team insights are effectively captured, communicated, and translated into actionable strategies across the organizationIdentify emerging trends, unmet needs, and opportunities to shape clinical and commercial strategyContribute to lifecycle planning and future indication strategiesCross-Functional CollaborationPartner closely with Clinical Development, Medical Affairs & Evidence Generation functions, Commercial, and Market Access teams to ensure aligned executionSupport clinical trial awareness, site identification, and investigator engagement, as appropriateAct as a strategic thought partner internally, influencing decisions through data and field insightsDrive KOL engagement on emerging indications and pipeline assets within relevant therapeutic areasOperational ExcellenceDevelop and monitor KPIs and field metrics to assess impact and optimize performanceEnsure all activities are compliant with regulatory, legal, and company guidelinesDrive continuous improvement of field medical processes and best practicesQualificationsAdvanced scientific degree required (MD, PharmD, PhD or equivalent)10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry within Medical Affairs5+ years of experience leading and managing Field Medical/MSL teamsProven track record of successful relationship building with KOLs, HCPs, and key stakeholders within the medical communityExcellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and build a high performing teamDeep expertise in Immunology (allergy/dermatology strongly preferred)Proven track record supporting late-stage development and/or launch preferredStrong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilitiesDemonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders in a matrixed environmentStrong analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skillsDeep understanding of compliance, regulatory requirements, and field medical best practicesAbility to travel up to 75%CompensationThe expected base salary range for this position is $176,659 to $282,195.We are committed to compensating employees equitably based on several factors including experience, education, licensure/certifications, skill level, location of the position, and availability of similar talent in a competitive market.Compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary bonus, long term incentive, 401(K) plan with employer contribution, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of our benefits can be found on our careers page.Celldex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that strives to foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to promoting a diverse environment through development, recruiting and community outreach.