Regional Director, Medical Science Liaison – US East

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the territory KOL/HCP engagement plan, including identification, mapping, and prioritization of thought leaders, prescribers and treatment centers.
• Deliver scientific presentations and engage in scientific exchange with KOLs and HCPs on Deramiocel clinical data, the DMD cardiomyopathy landscape, and emerging evidence.
• Support advisory boards, scientific symposia, and KOL-led research initiatives.
• Identify and support investigator-initiated studies (IIS) and real-world evidence opportunities in coordination with HEOR / RWE and Medical Director.
• Provide scientific support for medical congresses, including DMD, neuromuscular, cardiology, and rare‑disease forums.
• Collect and synthesize field insights on clinical practice, treatment decision‑making, and emerging evidence; translate insights into recommendations for medical strategy.
• Provide scientific training and support to internal stakeholders (Sales, Market Access, Patient Services) in compliance with channel and engagement rules.
• Maintain comprehensive scientific fluency on Deramiocel clinical data, DMD natural history, and the broader treatment landscape.
• Ensure timely reporting of adverse events and product complaints in line with company and regulatory processes.
• Document field activities, KOL/HCP engagement, and insights in Capricor's medical CRM in compliance with standards.
• Ensure all activities follow FDA, OIG, PhRMA Code, ACCME, and Capricor compliance standards.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• Advanced clinical degree required (MD, PharmD, PhD, DO, or equivalent).
• 5 to 10 years of MSL experience in biotech / pharma; experience in rare disease, cell / gene therapy, pediatrics, neuromuscular disease, or cardiology preferred.
• Established scientific credibility and ability to engage KOLs in peer‑to‑peer scientific exchange.
• Strong working knowledge of FDA, OIG, PhRMA Code, ACCME, and MLR review processes.
• Excellent written and verbal scientific communication skills, including ability to deliver complex data to clinical audiences.
• Self‑directed execution and the ability to operate independently in a field‑based environment.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates advanced scientific knowledge and communication skills to engage with KOLs and HCPs effectively, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Capable of developing strategic engagement plans and providing scientific support across various medical and clinical settings.

Tools & Technologies

• Medical CRM