Medical Director, US Medical Affairs - Rare Diseases
Biogen
Summary
The Medical Director, Rare Diseases is an integral part of US Medical, acting as a strategic partner within Biogen. Reporting to the USM Rare Diseases Head, you will be the medically accountable lead responsible for developing and implementing the US Medical Strategy for Biogen's Rare Diseases therapeutic area commercialized products and related assets.
Job description
About This Role
The Medical Director, Rare Diseases is an integral part of US Medical, acting as a strategic partner within Biogen. Reporting to the USM Rare Diseases Head, you will be the medically accountable lead responsible for developing and implementing the US Medical Strategy for Biogen's Rare Diseases therapeutic area commercialized products and related assets.
What You'll Do
- Lead the long-range planning, development, and execution of the US medical Omnichannel strategy, tactics, and budget in alignment with global strategy and US budgetary expectations.
- Serve as the US Medical expert within Omnichannel medical strategy and lead the medical content strategy in collaboration with HCP segment medical directors.
- Act as the US Medical contact for key functions/stakeholders on the US affiliate level, effectively interacting and collaborating at multiple levels.
- Develop the US Medical Rare Diseases Omnichannel strategy and lead specific HCP segment projects to address identified medical/scientific educational gaps.
- Lead the US Medical Rare Diseases evidence generation strategy in collaboration with global medical, HEOR, and alliance partners.
- Align processes, systems, and metrics with alliance partners in collaboration with US medical excellence.
- Contribute to the development and adaptation of medical materials for the US Medical team, managing submission processes.
- Present data at US Medical affairs events, including advisory boards, trainings, congresses, and medical education events.
- Build and nurture relationships with external stakeholders in the Neuropsychiatry therapeutic landscape.
- Foster a positive team climate in alignment with Biogen's culture.
Who You Are
You are a scientific or clinical professional with a robust passion for science and deep scientific knowledge. Your curiosity about healthcare and business opportunities drives you to keep patients, payers, and physicians top of mind in your daily work. You thrive in a collaborative environment, solving critical scientific and business challenges with creativity and expertise.
Required Skills
- MD, PhD, PharmD, or comparable advanced degree.
- Minimum of 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably with prior work in Headquarters-based Medical Affairs role or Field Medical based role; relevant clinical practice experience in ataxia may be considered.
- Relevant experience in ataxia required.
- Experience in evidence generation required.
- Expertise with digital medical solutions, processes, and systems.
- Strong working knowledge of US regulations relevant to Medical Affairs.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with medical launch and products at different stages of the lifecycle.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with global, regional, and affiliate medical teams to ensure alignment with global medical strategy.
- Ability to manage projects and take initiative to solve complex and challenging problems.
- Experience managing and developing a team of Medical Affairs professionals.
Requirements
- MD, PhD, PharmD, or comparable advanced degree
- Minimum of 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience
- Relevant experience in ataxia required
- Experience in evidence generation required
- Expertise with digital medical solutions, processes, and systems
- Strong working knowledge of US regulations relevant to Medical Affairs
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- Fitness & Wellness Programs
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- 15 Days Paid Vacation
- End-of-Year Shutdown
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 80 Hours Sick Time
- Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Resource Groups
Company overview
Founded in 1978, Biogen is a leading global biotechnology company headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for serious neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. As one of the oldest independent biotechnology companies in the United States, Biogen has established itself as a pioneer in neuroscience, focusing on difficult-to-treat conditions where few or no treatment options exist. The company's portfolio includes groundbreaking treatments for multiple sclerosis, spinal muscular atrophy, Alzheimer's disease, ALS, and Friedreich's ataxia. With approximately 7,000 employees worldwide, Biogen operates through a global network that includes research and development hubs in Cambridge, Research Triangle Park in North Carolina, and South San Francisco, along with world-class manufacturing facilities in the United States and Switzerland. The company's commitment to scientific innovation is demonstrated by its Nobel Prize-winning founders and its receipt of the U.S. National Medal of Technology and Innovation. Biogen's patient-centric approach drives its mission to deliver transformative medicines that improve lives while creating sustainable value for shareholders and communities.