Field Medical Director - Remote (NW, SE, NE Regions)

$190,000 - $190,000/Yr

Immunitybio - Culver City, CA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Culver City, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

ImmunityBio, Inc. is a commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative cell and immunotherapy products aimed at enhancing the natural immune system of patients. The Field Medical Director (FMD) plays a crucial role in the Medical Affairs Department, serving as a field-facing representative responsible for engaging healthcare practitioners and facilitating clinical research. The FMD's primary objective is to exchange scientific data and educate healthcare professionals about ImmunityBio's products and relevant disease states. This role requires a deep integration of clinical and scientific expertise to ensure the successful implementation of the medical affairs strategic plan within a designated geographic region. The FMD is expected to bring valuable insights from the field regarding research developments, treatment landscapes, and new medical treatment concepts, all while adhering to non-promotional guidelines. The FMD acts as the primary clinical and scientific resource for Key External Experts (KEEs) and healthcare practitioners (HCPs) within their specified geography. This includes providing high-quality scientific information, establishing and maintaining relationships with KOLs and HCPs, and delivering timely and accurate clinical presentations. The FMD is also responsible for identifying and reporting key insights from KOLs and HCPs to the Medical Affairs team, ensuring that the company remains informed about the latest developments in the field. Additionally, the FMD will collaborate with internal teams to develop training materials, mentor Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs), and support various medical affairs initiatives. In terms of research support, the FMD will assist in data generation for Investigator-Initiated Trials (IITs) and corporate-sponsored trials, providing recommendations for site selection and presenting clinical data at various meetings. The role also involves developing relationships with professional organizations and advocacy groups, as well as engaging with healthcare decision-makers to identify treatment pathways and opportunities for evidence generation. The FMD is expected to maintain a strong knowledge of oncology and related disease states, ensuring they can effectively support the company's medical strategies and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary clinical/scientific resource to Key External Experts (KEEs) and Health Care Practitioners (HCPs) in a specified geography.
• Provide high-quality scientific information to healthcare professionals (HCPs).
• Serve as a conduit for accurate and updated clinical, scientific, and medical information between External Experts (EEs) and the company's Medical Affairs and development groups.
• Establish and maintain peer relationships with KOLs and HCPs in relevant therapeutic areas.
• Deliver timely, accurate, and succinct clinical and scientific presentations to KEEs and HCPs.
• Identify and report key scientific, clinical, and research insights from KOLs and HCPs to Medical Affairs.
• Respond to unsolicited medical information requests in the field.
• Fulfill Pharmacovigilance responsibilities related to medical inquiries and drug safety information.
• Develop and implement the medical territory plan within the assigned geography.
• Lead special projects such as development of training materials and facilitation of advisory boards.

Requirements

• Advanced medical/scientific/clinical degree (MD, DO, PhD, PharmD, NP, and PA preferred).
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant therapeutic area expertise in a scientific or clinical setting, particularly in oncology or immunology.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a clinical/medical science liaison or related field-facing role in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
• Experience in solid tumors is preferred, with GU and Lung experience strongly preferred.
• Clinical trial experience is required.
• Knowledge of treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, and OIG guidelines.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working cross-functionally within a company.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate, organize, plan, and handle multiple changing priorities.
• Strong business acumen and ability to analyze complex situations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options
• Health and Financial Wellness Programs
• Employer Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• 529 Education Savings Program
• Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) including 11 Holidays
• Unlimited PTO for Exempt Employees
• 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day for Non-Exempt Employees