Associate Director/Director, Strategic Development & Advocacy (Thought Leader
LifelancerNew Jersey, United States • New York, New York, United States • Texas, United States
Posted March 4, 2026
200000 - 235000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Lifelancer is an AI-driven talent marketplace that connects life-science, pharmaceutical, health-tech, and IT employers with a global network of freelance, remote, and local experts. The platform uses advanced matching algorithms to pair companies with over 50,000 specialists in biotech, biopharma, digital health, and related disciplines, streamlining recruitment and reducing time-to-hire. In addition to sourcing, Lifelancer offers end-to-end hiring-compliance and payroll solutions for international engagements, partnering with leading providers to ensure regulatory adherence. By combining industry-specific expertise, AI precision, and comprehensive compliance support, Lifelancer enables life-science organizations to scale talent acquisition efficiently on a global scale.
Job Description
The Associate Director/Director, Strategic Development & Advocacy (Thought Leader) role is a field-based marketing position responsible for building advocacy and support for ANI Rare Disease's 1st US-based branded product. The role involves engaging Thought Leaders, forging strategic partnerships, and collaborating with entities to gather insights on disease areas and treatment landscapes.
Requirements
- Develop and implement corporate objective-based Thought Leader engagement plans
- Track Thought Leader insights and provide feedback to identify market gaps and/or market opportunities
- Act as the primary liaison between the company and Thought Leaders
- Manage regional and national conventions, congresses, and commercial advisory boards
- Identify, coordinate, and contract appropriate Thought Leaders to support business needs
- Support the development and execution of Speaker Bureau working with cross-functional teams
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement savings plans
- Paid leave programs
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off