Medical Affairs Senior Director
The Medical Affairs Senior Director provides medical and scientific leadership in Cystic Fibrosis (CF). This role will work closely with a cross-functional group to ensure that scientific and medical strategies are aligned with broader corporate and key stakeholder needs and will ensure the flawless execution of CF US medical plans.
Key Duties and Responsibilities :
- Critically interprets scientific data and determines the potential impact of new research on scientific and medical understanding of assigned products.
- Shares country / regional insights with global teams to ensure global medical strategies and activities reflect the needs of the country / region; share insights with cross-functional partners as appropriate.
- Provides fair and balanced medical information and education to health care professionals and payers that support the safe and effective use of Vertex drugs in the appropriate patients.
- Fosters patient access to Vertex drugs, by supporting the commercial organization in the preparation / review of reimbursement dossiers and presenting scientific data as required to key stakeholders in the access process.
- Performs / oversees medical / scientific training for field medical teams, commercial, and other internal stakeholders.
- Contributes to cross-functional teams and US Medical teams, representing the TA (scientific and medical expertise) and ensuring all activities address patient well-being and respect data integrity.
- Ensures compliance at country level with company policies, medical affairs SOPs, GCP and ICH.
- Assesses local promotional materials and ensures that all claims are fully supported by scientific data, and are presented in an accurate, fair, and balanced manner.
Knowledge and Skills :
Strong understanding of statistical methods.Experience in writing or reviewing scientific communications.Good understanding of the pharmaceutical business.Ability to develop relationships in a highly matrixed environment, as well as external relationships with leaders and industry experts.Experience in designing, planning, and executing medical education and communication activities.Ability to engage in positive dialogue and resolve conflicts in a constructive manner.Education and Experience :
Terminal scientific degree (e.g., PhD or PharmD).Requires 10+ years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Pay Range : $240,000 - $360,000
Flex Designation : Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
Flex Eligibility Status : In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as : 1. Hybrid : work remotely up to two days per week; or select 2. On-Site : work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.