Executive Director, U.S. Medical Science Liaison
Company: Dyne Therapeutics
Location: Waltham
Posted on: July 12, 2025
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Job Description:
Company Overview: Dyne Therapeutics is focused on delivering
functional improvement for people living with genetically driven
neuromuscular diseases. We are developing therapeutics that target
muscle and the central nervous system (CNS) to address the root
cause of disease. The company is advancing clinical programs for
myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) and Duchenne muscular dystrophy
(DMD), and preclinical programs for facioscapulohumeral muscular
dystrophy (FSHD) and Pompe disease. At Dyne, we are on a mission to
deliver functional improvement for individuals, families and
communities. Learn more https://www.dyne-tx.com/ , and follow us on
X , LinkedIn and Facebook . Role Summary: Medical Science Liaisons
(MSLs) are the field-based extension of our Medical Affairs team.
MSLs are scientifically trained professionals who possess strong
clinical and/or scientific backgrounds whose role is to be a
resource of balanced, impartial, and scientifically rigorous
information to our patients, clinical study sites, study personnel
and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs). The Executive Director of the U.S.
MSL team will be responsible for leading a team of U.S.-based MSLs
that will facilitate enrollment in company sponsored studies,
engage with clinical study sites, study personnel, KOLs, and other
health care providers with scientific exchange and clinical support
for investigational products. The MSL Team Leader will pair the
changing needs of healthcare professionals with available Dyne
resources. The U.S. MSL Team Leader will work under the guidance of
the Global Head of Medical Affairs and in close collaboration with
the Global Medical Affairs Leads (GMALs), EU Medical Affairs team,
Clinical Operations, Clinical Development teams and Patient
Advocacy. This role is based in the U.S. Primary Responsibilities
Include: Build, train and lead an agile U.S. MSL Team and ensure
strategic alignment with all field activities globally Stimulate
and motivate people and teams to develop and execute medical
excellence and medical leadership Develop and demonstrate a
thorough working knowledge of Company, investigational products,
and disease state, as well as competitors and treatment landscape
Develop strategic and tactical KOL plans to enhance awareness of
Dyne within the medical community and educate healthcare
professionals on Dyne’s platform and portfolio Involvement in the
scientific and medical communication strategy and in any
non-promotional material review as per procedure until market
authorization (MA) is granted. Once the MA is granted, this person
is responsible for the scientific review of any promotional
material Ensure the dissemination of transparent, fair-balanced
medical, scientific, and clinical information, knowledge, and
literature, within corporate guidelines, for healthcare provider
education in a timely, compliant, ethical, and customer-focused
manner Ensure MSL team serves as liaison between clinical
investigators and internal stakeholders in support of clinical
research activities (e.g., company sponsored, investigator
initiated studies) Develop, maintain, and manage collaborations
with regional and national KOLs, investigators, study staff (site
staff and CRO staff) Identify and build collaborations with KOLs
for medical education and potential clinical research opportunities
Think strategically to translate medical/clinical insights of
treatment paradigms into growth opportunities, process improvement
and driving competitive advantage Provide field-based medical and
scientific support to answer unsolicited questions about Company,
investigational products, and associated disease states Deliver
high quality educational presentations in a variety of settings and
obtain feedback that can be disseminated throughout the
organization Participate in therapeutic advisory groups or Steering
Committees and internal project teams, as appropriate Gather and
disseminate competitive intelligence from multiple sources,
internally and externally Attend regional / local conferences on
Company’s behalf to provide feedback on current landscape,
competitive landscape and continued cultivation of relationships
Provide feedback on specific sites and regional
trends/thoughts/paradigms to identify and/or inform potential
protocol amendments, accrual barriers, patient/study subject
identification Complete accurate and timely administrative reports,
projects, and other required documentation Education and Skills
Requirements: Advanced scientific degree or equivalent required
(e.g., MD, PhD, RN, PharmD, MA) Clinical experience within
neuromuscular disorders (e.g., DMD, DM1) preferred; rare disease
experience considered 5 years experience as an MSL; preferably 3
years as an MSL team leader (regional or national) Experience with
relationship building and expanding a company’s reach Ability to
operate with ambiguity and thrive in an ever-changing environment
Very high level of learning agility and communication skills
encompassing: Strong comprehension of investigational products and
a solid understanding of the neuromuscular space, including new
data as it becomes available Ability to cultivate and maintain
relationships with national, regional, and local KOLs to establish
trust through the consistent demonstration of scientific expertise
and satisfactory follow-through to requests from thought-leaders
Professional communications (written, verbal, presentation, and
listening) to cultivate and nurture strong working relationships
with internal and external colleagues Demonstrated ability to work
effectively on multi-disciplinary teams in order to achieve desired
outcomes Demonstrated understanding of pharmaceutical industry
practices, as well as standard medical practices in therapeutic
area(s) of concentration and broad therapeutic competency (e.g.,
keeps current with new information and trends in the field) Ability
to work independently, within a home office while efficiently
managing a team, including the team’s time and priorities Must
conduct oneself in a highly professional and ethical manner;
Demonstrated ability to liaise with CRO, Company Clin Ops, and
Study Medical Monitor to provide site recommendations based on
prior knowledge of territory/investigators/allied health;
participate in SIVs Ability to leverage past relationships in
neuromuscular disorders to ensure interest and commitment from
sites/investigators for study enrollment and open communication re:
feedback to Company Must be willing to travel extensively and
occasionally on weekends The pay range displayed below is the range
of base pay compensation within which the company expects to pay
for this role at the time of this posting. Individual compensation
depends on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to,
prior education and experience, job-related knowledge and
demonstrated skills. Salary Range $278,000 - $306,000 USD The
statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to
describe the principles functions for this job, the level of
knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of
responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive
listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties
as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover
absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise
balance workload. This description is not intended to be
constructed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or
requirements for the position. This position may change or assume
additional duties at any time. The employee may be requested to
perform different or additional duties as assigned. All Employees
are expected to adhere to all company policies and act as a role
model for company values. Dyne Therapeutics is an equal opportunity
employer and will not discriminate against any employee or
applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national
origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any
classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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