Animal HealthVeterinary Medical CommunicationsVeterinary Medical Marketing
Useful technologies
ExcelMicrosoft Office SuiteOutlookPowerPointWord
Required qualifications
Field of studyVeterinary Medicine
Study levelDoctorate
Original posting
At PBI-Gordon Companies, and our subsidiaries PBI-Gordon Corporation, Pegasus Laboratories, and PetAg, Inc, our priority is people, pets, and the places they go. As employee owners, we support each other in building our careers as well as our companies. Our foundation is rooted in integrity, innovation, partnership, and pride. Come grow with us!
Position Summary
The DVM Marketing Specialist position drives medical marketing strategies in support of the animal health initiatives at Pegasus Laboratories. The role will raise the level of technical fluency, content, and advisory material for the Marketing team. The role will gain technical insights from internal and external partners and share with stakeholders to elevate training and promotional marketing content, including internal and external marketing resources.
Compensation & Benefits
Employee Ownership (ESOP): Company-funded retirement contribution of approximately 18% of pay, plus 401(k)
Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunity
Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, and Pet Insurance
Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and parental leave
Fitness and tuition reimbursement programs
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategies for continuing education, medical communications, and publication to drive brand growth and target customer engagement.
Plan and execute marketing studies, inform life-cycle management, and develop launch strategies for products nearing market entry, and inform and advise marketing team members on the clinical and customer relevant messaging.
Manage key opinion leaders (KOL) relationships and activities, recruit and develop new KOLs, lead advisory board meetings, and maintain an active speaker’s bureau, fostering relationships with veterinary associations and influential organizations.
Manage key therapeutic portfolio disease specialty relationships with educators and influencers in academia.
Partner with field sales and professional services teams to create veterinary teaching hospital strategic plans for the growth and awareness of new product introductions and in support of key existing product portfolio.
Work closely with customer-facing veterinary teams to integrate field intel and customer insights into medical strategy and activities.
Provide veterinary perspective to project teams within research and development, corporate strategy, regulatory, and senior leaders.
Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Participate in required safety training.
Report unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents promptly.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Graduate of an AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) accredited program with the corresponding veterinary degree. Licensed or eligible to be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the United States.
Experience:
8+ years’ experience as a practicing veterinarian in companion animal or mixed animal practice (companion animal focus) or residency training in a veterinary specialty.
3+ years’ experience in a corporate animal health position required.
Board certification in cardiology or internal medicine highly preferred
Skills & Abilities:
Ability to convert detailed, technical data into higher-level strategic initiatives.
Strong communication and presentation skills
Experience with coordinating post-approval studies.
Experience working with US scientific influencers (KOLs).
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Travel up to 50% or more, including overnight travel, as business needs require
Candidates based in Pensacola, FL or Shawnee, KS are strongly preferred and will work from one of our office locations. We will also consider qualified remote candidates who reside near a major metropolitan airport and can travel as business needs require.
Work Environment & Culture
PBI-Gordon Companies offers a collaborative, employee-owned environment where accountability, partnership, and continuous improvement are valued. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop professionally, and grow their careers alongside the business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
PBI-Gordon Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
**Ready to Apply?
**If you’re passionate about veterinary medical marketing, key opinion leader (KOL) engagement, and translating complex clinical data into strategic marketing initiatives, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to join an employee-owned organization dedicated to advancing animal health through innovative marketing and medical communications.
PBI-Gordon Companies and its subsidiaries are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible, full-time employees who work 30 hours per week or more. Full-time employees will become eligible to participate in benefits on the first of the month following their start date, unless stated otherwise below. (Note:Interns do not qualify for eligibility.)
Medical Insurance
We are committed to helping you and your dependents maintain health and wellness by offering voluntary, competitive medical insurance and prescription drug plan options.
Dental Insurance
Choose from two voluntary dental plans that are designed to help protect you and your dependents’ oral health.
Vision Insurance
Our voluntary vision insurance plan is designed to help protect you and your dependents eye health. Coverage is available for eye exams, frames, lenses, and contact lenses. Employee owners are responsible for 100% of the cost of this plan.
Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
We offer a company-paid $50,000 life insurance policy with AD&D. You also have the opportunity to purchase additional life and AD&D insurance for yourself, your spouse and/or your dependent children. The cost for this coverage is based on the amount you elect and your age.
Short- and Long-term Disability
Our company-paid short-term and long-term disability plans to provide income replacement in the event you are not able to work due to illness or injury. Short-term disability will provide 70% income replacement up to $1,350 per week and long-term disability will provide 60% income replacement up to $5,000 per month.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
EAP Services are company paid to benefit all employee-owners and their families. EAP provides up to six free counseling sessions to help you and your family members manage life stressors, solve personal or relationship concerns, and achieve your goals.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Flexible Spending Plans offer employee-owners the option to set aside pre-tax monies into a medical reimbursement or dependent care account to help pay for out-of-pocket medical, dental or vision expenses or day care costs. The maximum contributions are determined by the IRS and adjusted annually. This is a use-it-or-lose-it account, meaning any funds remaining in the account following the close of the plan year will be forfeited.
Pet Insurance
We love our pets! Pet insurance options for your furry friends is offered through the ASPCA. Employee-owners can enroll and pay premiums directly to ASPCA.
Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
Everyone needs time off to rest and recharge! Paid time off includes Regular PTO, Personal PTO, and specified paid company holidays. *The amount of paid time off (PTO) depends upon the employee's position and years of service.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
We act like we own the company because we do! An ESOP provides employees with an ownership stake in the company. It’s an additional form of compensation directly tied to PBI-Gordon Companies financial success. All regular employees are eligible to participate in the ESOP the first of the month following 30 days of service. PBI-Gordon Companies contributes approximately 18% of total compensation annually with a six-year vesting schedule. Our ESOP is more than a benefit, it is a key part of a culture, and it can provide significant rewards in retirement!
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Saving for retirement is one of the most important financial decisions you can make. We offer a 401(k)-retirement savings plan to assist employees with this important financial goal. New employee owners are eligible to participate the first of the month following 30 days of employment. We provide a company match of 100% up to 3% deferral with a three-year vesting schedule.
Fitness Reimbursement
We believe regular exercise helps improve overall health and job performance. PBI-Gordon will reimburse up to a maximum of $300 annually for gym/fitness memberships.
William Everett & Mary Ellen Mealman Scholarship Fund
Children or grandchildren of employee-owners may apply for a scholarship under the William Everett & Mary Ellen Mealman scholarship fund. Applicants are awarded based on financial need, academic achievement, and involvement in extracurricular/community activities.
Tuition Reimbursement
After one full year of employment, employee-owners are eligible for tuition reimbursement for bachelor’s level coursework related to their current job or any future job offered at PBI-Gordon Companies.
Parental Leave
Company paid parental leave is offered to employee-owners following the birth of a child or the placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption, foster care, or surrogacy. This policy will run concurrently with Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave, as applicable.
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Employment is contingent upon and may not begin until the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen. PBI-Gordon and its subsidiaries participate in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit the E-Verify Website.