Associate Director​/Director, Strategic Development & Advocacy; Thought Leader Engagement- Nort

Associate Director/Director, Strategic Development & Advocacy (Thought Leader Engagement) – Northeast or South Central

Responsible for building advocacy and support for ANI Rare Disease’s first U.S.

-based branded product. This field‑based marketing role proactively engages national, regional, and global thought leaders, forges strategic partnerships with advocacy organizations, and collaborates with relevant entities to gather insights on disease areas and treatment landscapes.

Collaborates with the Marketing Lead on Commercial Advisory Boards, establishes needs, selects healthcare professional participants, manages contracting, and contributes to promotional speaker programs. Engages sponsor ships and patient advocacy organizations on behalf of marketing.

• Develop and implement corporate objective‑based thought leader engagement plans to identify and gather insights from current and emerging thought leaders in dynamic markets.
• Track thought leader insights that impact the brand and provide feedback to identify market gaps and opportunities to support commercial and marketing strategy.
• Act as the primary liaison between the company and thought leaders, representing ANI brand interests effectively and collaborating with ANI leadership and relevant functions.
• Ensure alignment with the vision and strategic imperatives set by the brand team, facilitating the implementation of corporate objectives.
• Manage regional and national conventions, congresses, and commercial advisory boards supporting marketing initiatives.
• Identify, coordinate, and contract appropriate thought leaders to support fulfilling business needs including consulting opportunities.
• Engage with sponsor ships and patient advocacy organizations for enterprise‑wide coordination of specific functional activities.
• Support the development and execution of speaker bureau programs working with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality speaker programs.
• Operate in accordance with ANI’s code of conduct and all policies and procedures, maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct and compliance.

• Leadership – Ability to lead and inspire teams, influence stakeholders, and drive initiatives forward.
• Communication – Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas, engage with thought leaders, and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Strategic Thinking – Capacity to think strategically, anticipate market trends, and develop innovative approaches to address business needs.
• Relationship Building – Strong interpersonal skills to cultivate and maintain relationships with thought leaders, advocacy organizations, and key stakeholders.
• Project Management – Proficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Collaboration – Ability to collaborate cross‑functionally, work effectively in team environments, and foster a culture of collaboration.
• Problem‑Solving – Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify challenges, develop solutions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Adaptability – Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, market dynamics, and organizational needs.
• Ethical Conduct – Commitment to ethical business practices and compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
• Industry Knowledge – Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, particularly rare diseases, and familiarity with relevant therapeutic areas.
• Market Awareness – Ability to stay abreast of competitive intelligence, market trends, and evolving treatment paradigms.
• Business Acumen – Understanding of business principles, including budget management, resource allocation, and revenue generation.
• Influence and Negotiation – Skill in influencing without authority, negotiating skills, and driving alignment among diverse stakeholders.

• 10+ years of commercial experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry with a high‑science therapeutic area in the rare disease market.
• 5+ years of rheumatology therapeutic area expertise preferred; nephrology and/or neurology experience considered secondary.
• Director‑level…