Rare Disease Vasculitis Thought Leader Liaison – Sr. Manager Southeast

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, and maintain professional relationships with regional Opinion Leaders in ANCA Vasculitis, Rheumatology, and Nephrology
• Manage regional speaker bureau relationships, including speaker training, compliance, and recommendations
• Map and manage relationships with key national Vasculitis Centers and large treatment facilities
• Lead brand activity at regional and national inflammation conferences, including managing product theaters and sponsorships
• Coordinate one-to-one exchanges between the brand team and KOLs
• Work cross-functionally with medical, training, marketing, and sales teams to develop aligned external engagement strategies
• Provide market insights to the marketing team to inform advisory boards and brand strategy
• Drive peer-to-peer marketing initiatives such as advisory boards and content development

Requirements

• Doctorate with 2 years of relevant experience, Master's with 4 years, Bachelor's with 6 years, Associates with 10 years, or High school diploma with 12 years of relevant experience
• Experience in Rheumatology, Nephrology, or Rare Disease in customer-facing roles
• Expertise in KOL mapping, engagement, and developing HCP key customer strategies
• Willingness to travel 50-65% and work select evenings or weekends
• Strong understanding of the legal and regulatory environment in pharmaceutical promotions

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to build advocacy in the rheumatology or nephrology space
• Existing relationships with key opinion leaders and Centers of Excellence
• Clinical, technical, and scientific proficiency in complex disease states
• Excellent communication skills and executive presence
• Ability to navigate strategic accounts such as Integrated Delivery Networks and Academic Medical Centers

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement and Savings Plan with company contributions
• Discretionary annual bonus program and stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
• Flexible work models and career development opportunities

About the Company

Amgen is a leading global biotechnology company dedicated to unlocking the potential of biology to serve patients suffering from serious illnesses. By leveraging advanced human genetics and biologics manufacturing expertise, Amgen discovers and delivers innovative therapeutics to improve health outcomes for millions of people worldwide.