Medical Science Liaison Director

Role Overview

• 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.

Benefits

• Collaborative environment for professional growth and innovation