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Senior Medical Director, Rare Cancers

Senior Medical Director, Rare Cancers

Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Boston, MA, United States
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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You Will Be Responsible For

  • Developing and executing global medical strategies and tactical plans in alignment with the overarching vision for improving the lives of NF1 patients
  • Acting as the lead medical subject matter expert within cross‑functional teams and at Global Product Teams (GPTs)
  • Leading situational assessments and shaping global product strategies to support local execution
  • Driving initiatives and programs to advance the continuum of care, with particular emphasis on supporting transitions from pediatric to adult care
  • Fully understanding the competitive environment in the NF1 and rare tumor space to ensure our products are differentiated
  • Providing medical leadership and expert review of Investigator Sponsored Research (ISR), scientific communications, internal training, and external medical education activities
  • Cultivating and enhancing partnerships with key centers of excellence and KOLs, ensuring strong collaboration and scientific exchange
  • Leading the development and execution of medical engagement strategies for KOLs and leading / participating in global advisory boards
  • Supporting affiliates by ensuring alignment and pull through of the global medical TA strategy
  • Adapting global strategy over time to address regional needs as necessary

You Will Need To Have

  • Direct people management experience or significant experience leading and influencing within a matrixed environment, ideally in an oncology or rare disease medical affairs setting
  • A strong track record of cross‑functional collaboration
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver results as both a team member and project leader
  • Experience managing, attracting, and developing medical or clinical talent, particularly in relevant rare disease fields
  • Adaptability for dynamic, complex environments and effective navigation of change
  • A high standard of ethical conduct and integrity
  • Ability to travel up to 25%
  • Proficiency in communication, analysis, and collaboration in an office‑based setting
  • The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment. As is typical of an office‑based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to : use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non‑linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours

    • We Would Prefer For You To Have

  • Advanced scientific degree (MD and / or PhD), with preference for MD Oncologist
  • Experience in global or international Medical Affairs (10+ years), with direct involvement in oncology or rare disease
  • Expertise in oncology, rare disease, and specifically NF1
  • Understanding of Health Outcomes Research and / or Reimbursement topics as they pertain to rare disease or oncology

    • Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

    Date Posted : 10-Nov-2025

    Closing Date : 07-Dec-2025

    Cambridge, MA $240,000.00-$330,000.00 2 weeks ago

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