Senior Medical Director, Medical Affairs - Remote (East Coast)

Position Summary

The Senior Medical Director, Medical Affairs will be responsible for Medical Affairs leadership in the successful preparation and launch of pipeline assets as well as subsequent lifecycle management activities.

The position report to the Vice President, Medical Affairs, and will play a key role in bringing transformative therapy to patients in need.

In addition, as the Medical Affairs department is relatively new, this position will contribute to the growth and development of the department overall, bringing with them perspectives and experience that will set the foundation for Medical Affairs within the company.

This role requires leadership capabilities within a matrixed environment as well as a commitment to rolling up one’s sleeves to get the work done.

Essential Functions

• Support the development and execution of a cross-functionally aligned strategic Medical Affairs plan, inclusive of performance metrics, to ensure successful product launch and subsequent successful life cycle management
• Establish or strengthen professional relationships with the medical and scientific community and compliantly exchange scientific knowledge with global and regional thought leaders, including 1 : 1 interactions, congress engagements, and advisory boards
• Lead Late-Stage (phase 4) Clinical Development and expanded access programs including leading the development of a collaborative research strategy and co-chair of the Review committee.
• Be a subject matter expert, sharing knowledge and providing recommendations to functions as needed. In particular, collaborate with the Clinical Development and Commercial organization to ensure external-facing materials and presentations are scientifically rigorous and clinically meaningful.

Specifically, be a co-chair and sign-off on Promotional Material Review Committee to assure the medical accuracy and integrity of all marketing and sales materials.

• Manage, mentor, and contribute to building the Medical Affairs team to meet the needs of the organization
• Work with the internal teams to develop scientific narrative regarding disease state, MOA, target product profile, and molecular diagnostics
• Support the development and execution of a medical / scientific communication strategies including a strategic, cross-functionally aligned post-hoc analysis plan and publications.
• Present relevant medical data and lead discussions at medical / clinical Advisory Boards involving Key Opinion Leaders or Community-based physicians.
• Assess scientific / medical and educational needs across a variety of external partners and subsequently develop the strategic direction for support of ISTs and CME activities, including chairing relevant review committees
• Directly or indirectly support team interactions with US health payers to answer any questions about medical or clinical research topics and supporting future inclusion of supported program in their policies
• Medical Affairs lead for any program specific collaborations
• Collaborate internally with clinical and regulatory departments to support the planning, execution, and management of clinical trial activities, including ensuring that appropriate institutions and academic centers have opportunities to participate in clinical programs.
• Support the Field Medical Science teams globally to provide expertise, materials, and support as they engage with the broader HCP community.
• Remain on the forefront of the relevant science and competitive landscape
• Performs other projects and responsibilities as requested.

Education & Experience

• MD, Ph.D. or Pharm.D. Degree required. MD with a specialization in Medical or Surgical Oncology or Urology preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical practice experience in specialty field, which can include Fellowship training, or post-doctoral research training.
• Minimum of 5 years of medical affairs or clinical research experience within the pharmaceutical industry, CRO health-related consulting company, or biomedical / clinical experience within academia (or a combination of aforementioned) with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in oncology or urology related fields.
• Demonstrated medical affairs experience required
• Launch experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to think innovatively about medical affairs strategy and accurately anticipate future consequences and trends
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example and model collaborative behavior by soliciting opinions, coupled with the ability to make key decisions and be effective in getting the team behind the decisions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience conducting formal presentations to Senior Management and external opinion leaders
• Strong analytical skills, especially with regard to understanding and interpreting scientific and clinical research and literature, are essential
• Demonstrated self-starter and teammate with strong interpersonal skills

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• Fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment
• This position works more than 50% from a remote home office
• Includes at least 25% travel

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The annual base pay range for this position is below.

The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$235,000 (entry-level qualifications) to $270,000 (highly experienced) annually

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families.

Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include : Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options

• Health and Financial Wellness Programs
• Employer Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company Paid and Voluntary Life / AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• 529 Education Savings Program
• Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks
• Paid Time Off (PTO) includes : 11 Holidays
• Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO
• Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day
• We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.
28 days ago