Thought Leader Liaison Director

Sobi - Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ)

Engaging with Key Opinion Leaders across Gamifant Immunology therapeutic areas. Coordinating resources for scientific exchange and advocacy development in a field-based role.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $190,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Thought Leader Liaison Director (TLLD) is a field‑based, non‑sales leadership role responsible for engaging with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) across the Gamifant Immunology therapeutic areas.
The position ensures that appropriate cross‑functional resources are coordinated to support scientific exchange, advocacy development, and compliant commercial collaboration.
Align with cross‑functional account plans and teams to orchestrate marketing and commercial resources for the top 10–15% of KOLs.
Identify, profile, cultivate, and maintain long‑term relationships with KOLs within the pHLH and MAS community.
Conduct compliant, on‑label discussions focused on product, disease state, and company topics in appropriate venues.
Execute approved KOL programs (e.g., disease‑state or product education) as directed by leadership.
Collaborate closely with field teams (MSLs, FRMs, CBDs) to ensure strategic and tactical alignment for each assigned KOL.
Serve as the primary point of contact to resolve KOL commercial or marketing issues when directed by Gamifant Marketing leadership or Headquarters.

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree (or equivalent) in Life Sciences or a related discipline
8+ years of progressive experience in one or more of the following areas within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry: Field sales, Product marketing, Medical or clinical roles in the same or related therapeutic area
Therapeutic experience in one or more of the following: Primary Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (pHLH), Macrophage Activation Syndrome (MAS), Immunology, Orphan/Ultra Rare Diseases
Prior Thought Leader Liaison or equivalent field-based experience, with demonstrated ability to engage and manage relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in a compliant, patient-focused manner
Experience in marketing strategy or execution, with the ability to translate field insights into actionable commercial plans
Demonstrated leadership capability with a proven ability to inspire, guide, and develop teams toward shared objectives
Proven ability to assemble and lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and alignment with strategic goals
Skilled in effective communication and presentation, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences, including KOLs, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership
Strong organizational and project management skills, including advanced analytical and planning capabilities
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and execute strategic and tactical plans within tight timelines
Commitment to conducting all activities within regulatory, legal, and compliance guidelines, and in accordance with approved product labeling
Willingness and ability to travel domestically (approximately 60–80%); travel may vary based on geography. Occasional international travel may be required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation for your work
Generous time off policy
Opportunity to broaden your horizons by attending popular conferences
Emphasis on work/life balance
Collaborative and team-oriented environment
Making a positive impact to help ultra-rare disease patients who are in need of life saving treatments

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Hard Skills & Tools

product marketingmarketing strategyproject managementanalytical skillscompliancedisease-state educationcommercial collaborationfield salesclinical rolestherapeutic area expertise

Soft Skills

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