Associate Director, Field Medical Trainer, GI, Medical Excellence, Training & Policy

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The Field Medical Trainer (FMT) embodies our medical mission by supporting Field Medical personnel in becoming the trusted partner of choice to a broad set of stakeholders, driving scientific exchange and collection of timely insights that can create measurable medical impact on patient outcomes, ultimately advancing science and enhancing patient access to our medicines.

This position is a field-based role. It is anticipated that the FMT will spend a portion of their time in the field with field medical team members identifying training gaps, coaching/assessing field colleague performance and implementing training plans and strategies. The rest of their time will be spent collaborating with stakeholders and the Scientific Communications Training Team (SCTT) to construct and execute a training plan that is aligned with the US medical matrix teams and meets FM team needs. Additionally, the trainer may have external customer facing responsibilities.

The primary role of the FMT is to have a view of the training needs of the field medical team, with an eye to sharing content with other FM teams where applicable.

The FMT is accountable for facilitating, planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating FM training programs. They will be accountable for the coordination of on-boarding for FM and will collaborate with SCTT to design and maintain an onboarding program. Based on ongoing needs assessment and evolving data, the FMT will develop, implement and update the FM training program on a quarterly basis. In addition, the FMT may support the medical organization by developing and maintaining contacts with Thought Leaders (TL) and Healthcare Providers (HCP) within their healthcare system. The trainer is expected to engage in meaningful scientific exchange that will ensure patients have access to BMS medicines and ensure their safe and appropriate use through peer to peer discussions aligned with medical strategies and needs expressed by external stakeholders.

• Responsibilities will include:

  • Plan and execute new hire training, on-boarding and ongoing field-based training

  • Build strategic training curriculum and identify learning opportunities to support the ongoing FM development and training in collaboration with US FMCS, where applicable

  • Leverage existing resources from HOM and commercial training where appropriate

  • Create or adapt training materials and tools that support MSLs in the effective delivery of product information and data to healthcare professionals

  • Evaluate training materials and programs, recommend ongoing training needs and modify programs based on input and approval from members of the SCTT

  • Support performance development plans

  • Manage new hire onboarding coordination and in-territory regional training activities for therapeutic and functional skills to accelerate field deployment of MSLs

  • Manage content development and execution of national training plan for emerging BMS and competitor products

• External Environment and Customer Focus

  • Partner with MSL RAD/RDs and other relevant stakeholders on training needs

  • Continuously update own knowledge in treatment strategies, products, unmet medical needs, and scientific activities

  • Understand the competitive landscape and actively prepare FM team to address informational needs of customers

  • Contribute to development and delivery of scientifically meaningful medical programs/projects for the FM team in line with the local Medical and Field Medical plan

  • Serve as member of the Scientific Communications Training team (SCTT), providing input into field medical training and execution plans and feedback on field medical activities

• Provide Medical Support and Training

  • Manage training content development

  • Maintain and execute FM training plan

  • Primary point of contact for FM training resources

  • Will drive consolidation of training calls/resources and internal touchpoints

  • Represent medical as a key reference point for internal stakeholders and reference for other field medical colleagues (mentor or coach); demonstrate the ability to scientifically train colleagues by supporting with role play simulations and/or co-visits, while acting as a role model.

  • Provide Medical Support and Training to new FM onboarding team members.

  • Facilitate continuous improvement towards higher quality work and promote innovation within the local team, including through field rides and coaching reports

  • Support ongoing medical/scientific area and product specific training

  • Participate in all training activities for the FM team, including PI assessments and eAssessments, where applicable

• Required Experience

  • MD, PharmD, PhD, APP, PA, DN or NP with experience in a specific Disease Area or with a broad medical background and relevant pharmaceutical experience

  • 3+ years pharmaceutical / biotech experience as a field ML or similar field-based position with a proven track record of success

• Knowledge/Experience Desired

  • Knowledge of the science of learning and how to design and deliver effective learning experiences to drive behavior change

  • Expert knowledge of therapeutic area and treatment landscape

  • Understanding of scientific publications, clinical trial design and process

  • Knowledge of the national healthcare and access environment

  • Knowledge of HEOR core concepts

  • Proficient in technology, including FM systems and platforms

  • Ability to quickly and comprehensively learn about new subject areas and environments

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to work seamlessly across multiple matrix teams and stakeholders

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build and maintain internal and external partnerships

  • Excellent English language skills, spoken and written

  • Ability to work independently and act as a team player

  • Innovative thinker with enterprise mindset

  • Ability to manage project timelines and gather feedback to continuously improve training

  • Ability to manage budgets and medical communications/training vendors as needed

• Essential Qualification

  • Ability to drive a company-provided car is an essential qualification of this position. Candidates must possess a high level of ethics, integrity, and a responsible and safe driving history.

• Travel Requirement

  • Travel required. Trainer will spend the majority of their time in the field. Further requirements based on team needs.

The starting compensation for this job is a range from $185,000 –$245,000, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).

The starting pay takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed. Final, individual compensation is decided based on demonstrated experience.

For more on benefits, please visit our BMS Careers site.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed in our careers site may vary based on the job and location.

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