Senior Director, Field Medical Affairs

Zealand Pharma

. Set the vision, goals, KPIs, and strategic territory plans for the national obesity-focused MSL organization .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading and developing high-performing Medical Affairs teams, with a strong focus on strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and effective cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to engage with thought leaders and execute successful field medical launch strategies.

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Advanced Degree (MD, PhD, PharmD)10+ Years Medical Affairs Experience5+ Years Leading MSL TeamsUS Launch ExperienceUnderstanding of Regulatory and Compliance Landscape

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Hard Skills

Field Medical Launch PlanningKPI DevelopmentStrategic Territory PlanningPerformance ManagementResource Allocation

Soft Skills

Excellent People SkillsRelatableOpen CommunicationTeam Leadership

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsField Medical OrganizationObesityKOL EngagementTalent Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the vision, goals, KPIs, and strategic territory plans for the national obesity-focused MSL organization
Lead the scale and evolution of the national obesity-focused field medical organization
Lead, coach, and performance-manage the East and West Field Directors
Hold regional Field Directors accountable for regional execution and team performance
Serve as the senior field medical partner to cross-functional leadership across Medical, Clinical, and Commercial
Shape US thought leader engagement strategy and represent Field Medical leadership in high-level KOL interactions
Build leadership bench strength and scientific excellence across both regions through talent development and succession planning
Lead field medical launch planning and readiness for new obesity assets
Ensure field operations meet regulatory, compliance, and budget standards
Maintain full accountability for resource allocation and advocate for the needs of the field organization
Partner with US Medical Affairs leadership, Global Medical Affairs, and cross-functional launch teams to ensure consistent scientific engagement and national field medical strategy execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) required
10+ years of Medical Affairs experience, including 5+ years leading MSL teams
Demonstrated experience leading leaders, including managing Field Directors or equivalent people managers
Proven US launch experience, including development of field medical launch plans
Demonstrated success building, scaling, and developing high-performing field organizations
Deep understanding of the US regulatory and compliance landscape governing field medical activities
Willingness to travel up to 40% domestically (field rides, national and regional meetings)
Excellent people-skills, relatable, and fun to work with
Values inquiry, transparency, and open communication

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive recruitment process
Opportunity to work in a unique biotech culture characterized by excellent teamwork and strong engagement
Opportunity to contribute to obesity and metabolic health drug development and launch activities