Biogen
Associate Director, Global Field Medical Training & Excellence - Global Medical Affairs
LMS
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Biogen is hiring an Associate Director, Global Field Medical Training & Excellence to lead the development and execution of impactful training programs aimed at enhancing the performance of Field Medical teams globally. This role requires collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders to design compliance-aligned learning initiatives, manage training content and technology platforms, and ensure continuous improvement by evaluating training effectiveness.
Highlights
- Lead training needs assessment and solution development for Field Medical teams.
- Leverage AI and digital technologies to develop innovative learning solutions.
- Manage Learning Management System (LMS) including curriculum design and reporting.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical, Commercial, Compliance, and external vendors.
- Design and deliver diverse training formats: e-learning, virtual, and in-person sessions.
- Ensure training content accuracy, regulatory compliance, and alignment with strategic goals.
- Oversee project budgets, vendor management, and training performance reporting.
- Required advanced degree in biological sciences or related field (Pharm.D., MD, Ph.D., etc.).
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in field medical roles within pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
- Base compensation range: $159,000 to $219,000 with short- and long-term incentives and comprehensive benefits.
Associate Director, Global Field Medical Training & Excellence - Global Medical Affairs Full Description
Associate Director, Global Field Medical Training & Excellence - Global Medical Affairs
remote type
Off Campus
Remote, USA
Full time
About This Role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate Director of Global Field Medical Training & Excellence to enhance the performance and capabilities of our Field Medical teams worldwide with a focus in the U.S. This critical role integrates therapy area expertise, Field Medical business acumen, and advanced training methodologies to deliver impactful learning initiatives that align with Biogen’s medical goals for field-facing employees. The Associate Director will leverage in-depth knowledge of therapy areas, products, treatment landscape, and Field Medical capabilities to develop and execute effective training programs. They will collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Medical, Global Learning, Commercial Learning, Regulatory, and Compliance teams, as well as external vendors, to design, deliver, and refine high-impact learning initiatives. Additionally, the role involves overseeing the use of the Learning Management System (LMS), including curriculum development, assignment profile management, and reporting to track and monitor learning effectiveness. By evaluating learning outcomes and adapting training plans based on success measures, this role ensures continuous improvement to meet evolving business needs and equips Field Medical teams with the knowledge and skills necessary to drive Biogen’s medical mission forward while maintaining compliance and excellence in training delivery.
What You’ll Do
The Associate Director of Global Field Medical Training & Excellence is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with medical business stakeholders to understand learning needs and implement effective solutions. Key responsibilities include:
- Partnering with regional medical teams to assess field medical training needs and develop learning solutions.
- Ensuring content accuracy, alignment with strategic objectives, and compliance with Biogen policies.
- Leveraging Digital technologies including AI to create innovative and efficient learning solutions tailored to Field Medical capabilities.
- Managing content review processes to maintain quality and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Collaborating with Commercial and Global training counterparts to ensure cross-functional alignment and resource efficiency.
- Designing and implementing diverse training formats, including e-learning modules, virtual sessions, and in-person workshops.
- Identifying and coordinating internal and external speakers for training programs.
- Delivering or supporting foundational, continuing, and advanced training offerings as needed.
- Developing and tracking standardized training compliance metrics and generating reports to meet business demands.
- Overseeing project-specific budgets, managing vendors, and reporting on training activities and outcomes.
Who You Are
The ideal candidate for this role is a strategic and innovative training professional with deep expertise in therapy areas, field medical capabilities, and the application of AI and digital technologies to learning and development. They excel in cross-functional collaboration, possess a strong track record of designing impactful training programs, and demonstrate the ability to align learning initiatives with business objectives while maintaining compliance and operational excellence.
Why Biogen?
Our mission to find therapies for Immunology and Rare Diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.
Required Skills
- Advanced Degree (Pharm.D., Nurse Practitioner, MS, MSN, Ph.D, MD) in a biological science or related field required.
- 7+ years of field medical related experience at a pharmaceutical/biotech company required.
- Extensive Field Medical Expertise: Deep understanding of field medical capabilities and medical business strategies.
- Training Development and Delivery: Proven ability to design, implement, and evaluate impactful training programs using various modalities (e-learning, virtual, in-person).
- AI and Learning Technologies: Experience leveraging AI-driven tools and technologies to enhance learning outcomes and training efficiency.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to effectively partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., Medical, Commercial, Compliance) and external vendors.
- Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance standards in medical training.
Job Level: Management
Additional InformationThe base compensation range for this role is:
$159,000.00-$219,000.00
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.
In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
- Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
- Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
- A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
- Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
- 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
- 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
- Employee Resource Groups participation
Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about Biogen.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
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