Associate Medical Director- Rare Neuro
SERVIER MONDE
Summary
Servier is seeking an Associate Director, Medical Affairs (Associate Medical Director) to join our Rare Neurology team. Reporting to the Vice President of Medical Affairs, Rare Neurology, you will serve as a pivotal scientific lead in developing and executing medical and launch strategies for critical internal programs and external partnerships. This individual contributor role focuses heavily on the Muscular Dystrophy space, where you will drive operational excellence to meet key launch milestones. You will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders in Commercial, Regulatory, Clinical, and Legal to bridge science and strategy.
Job description
Primary Responsibilities
- Drive annual medical planning for Servier Rare Neurology by working with key stakeholders within medical affairs and across cross functional groups.
- Provide therapeutic area expertise, medical support, and scientific insights to inform cross-functional strategic and tactical planning.
- Contribute to the development and execution of global medical education and congress strategies for rare neurology.
- Develop and oversee tactical initiatives including congresses, symposia, advisory boards, and thought-leader engagement to ensure strategic alignment.
- Establish and maintain relationships with external thought leaders, medical societies, and other external partners to exchange information.
- Participate in advisory boards and medical conferences to gather insights to help inform internal projects and tactics.
- Support the development and execution of the data generation strategy including registries, post-hoc analyses, and RWE/HEOR.
- Collaborate in the review of publications, scientific communication materials, and contribute to the development of internal training materials.
- Support the surveillance of relevant new literature, therapeutic area advancements, and competitor activities to help guide strategy.
- Support budget planning, monthly tracking, and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant country laws, regulations, and industry codes of conduct.
Candidate Profile
Advanced medical or scientific degree (MD, PhD, or PharmD) with a minimum of 8+ years of Medical Affairs experience in the Pharmaceutical or Biotech industry; prior launch experience in rare neurology or Muscular Dystrophies is highly preferred. Comprehensive working knowledge of the U.S. Medical Affairs regulatory environment; proficiency in medical planning and data generation strategies (RWE, HEOR); excellent analytical and scientific/medical presentation skills. Strategic mindset with proven track record in product launches. Builds and maintains strong, trust-based relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs), Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and internal cross-functional partners. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation abilities; conveys complex scientific data clearly and persuasively to diverse internal and external audiences. Strong analytical skills to interpret clinical data, critically evaluate complex situations, and make high-stakes decisions under pressure. Understanding of, and experience with, the legal, regulatory, and compliance framework applicable to interactions with HCPs, payers, patient advocacy, and other business partners. Analyzes complex challenges, interprets scientific and clinical data, and identifies creative, evidence-based solutions. Exercises good judgment in ambiguous situations, balancing scientific rigor with practical business considerations. Understands the business context and aligns medical affairs activities with broader organizational goals.
Travel and Location: 25% travel international and domestic. Remote eligible role.
Requirements
- Advanced medical or scientific degree (MD, PhD, or PharmD)
- Minimum of 8+ years of Medical Affairs experience in the Pharmaceutical or Biotech industry
- Prior launch experience in rare neurology or Muscular Dystrophies is highly preferred
- Comprehensive working knowledge of the U.S. Medical Affairs regulatory environment
- Proficiency in medical planning and data generation strategies (RWE, HEOR)
- Excellent analytical and scientific/medical presentation skills
- Strategic mindset with proven track record in product launches
- Builds and maintains strong, trust-based relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs), Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and internal cross-functional partners
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation abilities
- Strong analytical skills to interpret clinical data
- Understanding of, and experience with, the legal, regulatory, and compliance framework applicable to interactions with HCPs, payers, patient advocacy, and other business partners
- Exercises good judgment in ambiguous situations
- Understands the business context and aligns medical affairs activities with broader organizational goals
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Flexible time off
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Recognition programs
Company overview
Servier, officially known as Laboratoires Servier, is a leading international pharmaceutical company founded in 1954 and headquartered in Suresnes, France. As the second largest French pharmaceutical group and the leading independent French pharmaceutical company, Servier operates in close to 140 countries worldwide, with 82% of its sales generated outside France. The company specializes in three main therapeutic areas: oncology, cardiometabolism & venous diseases, and neurology, with a particular focus on becoming a significant player in oncology, especially for rare cancers. Servier is governed by a unique non-profit foundation model that preserves its independence and allows for long-term strategic vision. The company invests approximately 20% of its brand-name medicine revenue into research and development annually, employing over 22,000 people globally, including 3,000 dedicated to R&D. With revenue of €5.9 billion in 2023/2024, Servier maintains 13 production sites and 6 research centers worldwide, producing 95.8% of active ingredients for its brand-name medicines in France. The company has established itself as a world leader in cardiology and hypertension treatments while expanding its oncology portfolio through strategic acquisitions and partnerships.