Associate Director- Medical Science Liaison- Cardiometabolic Health; Omaha - Kansas

Role Summary

Associate Director - Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for Cardiometabolic Health, covering the Omaha - Kansas City area. Leads field-based scientific engagement, builds trusted relationships with Scientific Experts and Clinical Experts, and partners with Lilly medical and cross-functional teams to inform research and medical strategy.

• Scientific knowledge – Maintain high-level expertise in the therapeutic area, engage in scientific exchange, and provide unbiased, accurate, up-to-date medical information to customers.
• Customer engagement – Focus on customer-facing activities, deliver positive experiences, and connect SEs/CEs with additional resources and external opportunities as appropriate.
• Territory ownership – Develop and execute a strategic territory plan, prioritize core MSL activities, and use territory analytics for customer identification and routing.
• Strategic vision and leadership – Synthesize and communicate actionable insights to internal teams, collaborate across functions, adapt to evolving needs, and operate compliantly with sound judgment.

• Required: Advanced degree in health sciences (e.g., Pharm
  
  D, MD, PhD) with 2–3 years of relevant clinical or therapeutic experience, OR Masters/Bachelor’s degree in health sciences (e.g., BSN, RPh, PA, NP) with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Required: Authorized to work in the United States full-time (no work authorization sponsorship).
• Required: Valid U.S. driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Preferred: Cardiometabolic (diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular) experience.
• Preferred: Ability to travel up to 80% and work 4–6 weekends per year.
• Preferred: Proximity to a transport hub (airport/train station).
• Preferred: Intellectual curiosity, learning agility, self-direction, advanced presentation/computer skills, and strong communication abilities.
• Preferred: Experience servicing customer needs for complex information and professional networking.
• Preferred: Familiarity with health systems, academic communities, medical research, and medical education processes.

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Advanced presentation and literature identification skills
• Strategic and critical thinking for information analysis and interpretation
• Proficiency with field-based electronic communication tools
• High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal/networking abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a field-based environment
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

• Advanced degree in health sciences (e.g., Pharm
  
  D, MD, PhD) preferred; or Masters/Bachelor’s with relevant experience as an alternative.

• Travel up to 80% and occasional weekends as part of field-based role.
• Residence near a transport hub preferred to support travel expectations.