Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Field Operations to lead and optimize field-facing operational strategy and infrastructure supporting the build out of a high-performing Commercial field team to support a brand launch. This role drives compliant, efficient, and insight-driven field operations across the Hematology Franchise and plays a critical part in ensuring operational readiness for product launches and ongoing field excellence initiatives.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute field operations strategy aligned to commercial and medical objectives
- Oversee field technology platforms (CRM, roster systems, reporting tools) in partnership with IT
- Lead territory design, roster management, and alignment processes to ensure compliant coverage models
- Coordinate onboarding operations with Training, HR, and Compliance
- Direct field reporting, dashboards, KPI tracking, and business insights
- Ensure all field processes meet FDA, OIG, and corporate compliance standards
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance scalability, efficiency, and quality
- Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Medical, Compliance, IT, HR, Legal, and Finance
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
- 8-12+ years of experience in Field, Commercial, or Sales Operations within biotech or pharmaceuticals
- Strong knowledge of FDA, OIG, and industry compliance standards
- Experience with CRM platforms (e.g., Veeva), field analytics, and alignment technologies
- Demonstrated leadership and ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
Preferred Capabilities- Experience supporting product launches in small-mid-size biotech environments
- Prior people management experience
- Strong analytical and project management skills
- Experience building SOPs, governance frameworks, and scalable operational infrastructure
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a strategic operator who thrives in fast-paced, evolving biotech environments and is passionate about enabling field team success.
Additional InformationDeciphera is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary pay range for this role is $167,000 - $230,000. Actual compensation packages will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to depth of experience, education, skillset, overall performance and/or location.
Deciphera believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits package to all employees. Our base salary is just one component of Deciphera's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes annual performance bonus, a long-term incentive plan, full range of benefits and other incentive compensation plans (if applicable)
Benefits:- Competitive salary and annual bonus.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and more.
- Generous parental leave and family planning benefits.
- Outstanding culture and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
