Thought Leader Liaison, Rare Disease Marketing (West or Central) - Job ID: 1472

Location: West or Central US - Field BasedAscendis Pharma is a dynamic, fast-growing global biopharmaceutical company with locations in Denmark, Europe, and the United States. Today, we're advancing programs in Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology.Here at Ascendis, we pride ourselves on exceptional science, visionary leadership, and skilled and passionate colleagues.Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we use our TransCon drug development platform to fulfill our mission of developing new and potentially best-in-class therapies to address unmet medical needs.Our culture fosters a place where skilled, adaptable, and highly resourceful professionals can truly make their mark. We offer a dynamic workplace for employees to grow and develop their skills.We are looking for a Thought Leader Liaison, Rare Disease Marketing (TLL) to support the endocrinology portfolio. The TLL is a field-based role responsible for engaging healthcare providers to continue to build Ascendis Pharma’s reputation and credibility in the endocrinology and rare disease spaces. The TLL drives results by supporting KOL identification and speaker bureau development, gathering market insights, and building advocacy for rare disease brands.TLLs support cross-functional commercial opportunities and also serve as a key liaison between thought leaders, healthcare institutions, and internal marketing, medical, and commercial teams. TLLs inform marketing and commercial strategy and initiatives through their knowledge and insights.This position reports to the Director, Market Development and will be remotely based.Key Responsibilities:Develop and manage speaker bureau recruitment, training, and engagement initiatives in alignment with brand strategiesCultivate relationships with key opinion leaders and high-potential speakers to be viewed as a trusted partnerWork closely with speakers to refine messaging, enhance presentation skills, and ensure optimal program executionGather feedback and insights from healthcare providers through speaker engagements to inform marketing strategiesDevelop a deep understanding of assigned rare disease areas, brands, and the educational ecosystemAttend scientific congresses, conferences, and advisory boards to increase disease state awarenessServe as the key point of contact for speakers and thought leaders in assigned geographyCollaborate cross-functionally to share insights and align strategy, messaging, and tacticsMaintain up-to-date understanding of compliance regulations related to speaker programsHelp establish brand thought leader advocacy through scientific exchange and disease educationMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in life sciences, marketing, or related field5+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech experience in a field-based sales or marketing role with TLL experience of at least 3 years strongly preferredExperience in rare diseases, genetics, or related therapeutic areas; experience in endocrinology a plusPassion for scientific engagement and advocacy building with healthcare providersStrong communication, presentation, and influencing skillsAbility to synthesize insights into actionable strategies and recommendationsExceptional planning, project management, and organizational abilitiesComfort executing speaker initiatives in a compliant mannerFlexibility to travel and work up to 75% of the time, including evenings and weekendsMust live near a major airport

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