Senior Director, Global Medical Affairs, Oncology (Neuro-Oncology)

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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to

transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing

life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases - often with limited or no

therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading

therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments.

Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development

advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and

neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development

laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to

serving patients worldwide. Please visit

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Senior Director, Global Medical Affairs Molecule Lead (GMAL)

Therapeutic Area : Neuro-oncology

The Senior Director, Global Medical Affairs Molecule Lead (GMAL) will serve as the global medical affairs leader for Neuro-oncology within Jazz Pharmaceuticals' oncology portfolio. This strategic role requires deep clinical expertise in neuro-oncology and extensive global medical affairs experience. Experience with rare diseases, paediatric oncology also an advantage.

As a senior member of the Global Medical and Scientific Affairs (GMSA) organization, the GMAL will report directly to the Therapy Area Head, Oncology. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing the annual and long-range Global Medical Plans, including integrated evidence generation strategies, and ensuring strategic alignment with Franchise and Global Product Team (GPT) objectives.

This individual must demonstrate exceptional medical leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and strong communication skills, partnering closely with global and regional colleagues across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Commercial, Regulatory, and Market Access.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead the development and execution of annual and long-range Global Medical Plans and evidence generation strategies for the asset

Translate clinical and scientific insights into robust, cross-functional medical strategies

Chair the Medical Functional Matrix Team (FMT) for the asset, driving coordination and excellence across global medical functions

Collaborate with Clinical Scientists, Real-World Evidence leads, and Global Health Outcomes teams to co-develop protocols, synopses, and study execution plans

Build impactful scientific platforms and narratives that support the neuro-oncology strategy and product positioning

Develop and execute the global medical communications strategy, including a comprehensive publication plan

Partner with Medical Communications to create core materials (e.g., training decks, study summaries) for global and regional dissemination

Engage with Clinical Development to ensure evidence gaps are addressed within study designs and lifecycle planning

Collaborate with Commercial to support launch readiness and product lifecycle management

Represent Global Medical Affairs as the primary voice in cross-functional teams such as GPT and Clinical Development Team

Demonstrate subject matter expertise in neuro-oncology and maintain current scientific and clinical knowledge

Assess competitive landscape and contribute strategic insights into the evolution of neuro-oncology treatment paradigms

Drive external stakeholder engagement, including expert mapping, development planning, and advisory boards

Lead external scientific society interactions and identify potential collaborative opportunities

Support patient advocacy strategy development in partnership with Global Advocacy teams

Shape the Investigator-Sponsored Trial (IST) and collaborative research strategy for the asset

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Strong clinical background in neuro-oncology

Minimum of 7 years' experience in Medical Affairs, with demonstrated success in a strategic global role

Proven ability to develop and execute medical strategies that drive clinical impact and align with business objectives

Experience designing and leading Phase IV studies and supporting Real-World Evidence initiatives

Expertise across both marketed and pipeline products, with strategic and tactical planning capabilities

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex matrix environments

Thorough understanding of regulatory, commercialization, market access, and reimbursement frameworks

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; able to influence and communicate at senior leadership levels

High integrity, collaboration, and leadership presence in fast-paced, growth-focused settings

Willingness to travel as required

Education & Qualifications :

Doctoral degree required; MD (or equivalent) preferred

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

FOR US BASED CANDIDATES ONLY

Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. For this role, the full and complete base pay range is : $283,200.00 - $424,800.00

Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, and other pertinent factors. The goal is to ensure fair and competitive compensation aligned with the candidate's expertise and contributions, within the established pay framework and our Total Compensation philosophy. Internal equity considerations will also influence individual base pay decisions. This range will be reviewed on a regular basis.

At Jazz, your base pay is only one part of your total compensation package. The successful candidate may also be eligible for a discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation (depending on the role), in accordance with the terms of the Company's Global Cash Bonus Plan or Incentive Compensation Plan, as well as discretionary equity grants in accordance with Jazz's Long Term Equity Incentive Plan.

The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here : https : / / careers.jazzpharma.com / benefits.html .