Medical Director, Amyloidosis, US Medical Affairs

Job Description

This is what you will do:

Reporting to the Executive Medical Director, Hematology & Nephrology, the Medical Affairs Director, Amyloidosis, will contribute to strategic planning, tactical execution and leadership in Amyloidosis (light chain and TTR) in the US Medical team, responsible for providing strong scientific and medical perspective with an in-depth understanding of the amyloidosis-related medical landscape. The incumbent will contribute to development and implementation of the short and long-term strategies for both inline and pipeline assets, aligning with overall Alexion organizational strategy and ensuring effective and meaningful cross-functional collaboration on the US level. Further, the Medical Director, Amyloidosis, will work with relevant Global Medical counterparts and leadership to support the Alexion Global Medical Affairs mission to improve patient outcomes by setting and continuously advancing the evidence-based medical standard of care.

You will be responsible for:

In collaboration with the medical US and global as well as cross-functional colleagues, the Medical Director will develop and facilitate implementation of the medical (amyloidosis) strategic plan for USMA activities (pre-, peri- and post -launch as applicable) by providing medical leadership, insights and strategy to USMA team across functions.

Responsible for the following:

• Contributing to the development and implementation of the US strategy and plan for US MA activities for Amyloidosis by providing medical leadership, insight and strategic guidance to the US Amyloidosis medical team.
• Under the leadership and in collaboration with the Executive Medical Director, providing medical strategic and tactical plans for late phase pipeline program for Amyloidosis as well as future LCM and potential late phase pipeline programs in the therapeutic area.
• Leading the situational assessment of the patient journey and the US product strategy development including harmonization of activities involving KOLs cross-functionally.
• Developing in-year medical strategy and tactical plan for the US Medical Affairs team for Amyloidosis
• Contributing scientific and medical acumen to registration programs working closely with GMA
• Providing medical review and assurance of alignment with Amyloidosis strategic areas of interest for Investigator Sponsored Research (ISR) proposals.
• Providing medical guidance, as appropriate, regarding scientific communication, internal medical training, external medical education (CME, Symposia, medical education), Medical information.
• Contributing medical perspective to commercial strategy as appropriate
• Support TA lead with team’s performance in terms of goals and delivery of US medical plans.
• Serving as a medical expert and resource within ALXN in support of the therapeutic area.
• Leading content development and presentation for external medical education programs and other medical initiatives.
• Developing, conducting, or contributing to therapeutic training programs for Alexion personnel.
• Establishing strategic partnerships with Centers of Excellence, Amyloidosis Treatment Centers and MDTs as well as KOLs in areas of scientific interest and serves as conduit for flow of information both out to the medical community and into the company.
• Working closely with the Field medical team in the development and execution of US KOL medical engagement strategy.
• Establishing and/or enhancing partnerships with key academic institutions and develop relationships with key thought leaders.
• Planning, designing and managing medical Advisory Boards and gather insights from national/regional/local medical Advisory Boards.

You will need to have:

• Must have an MD, PhD or PharmD or equivalent experience level
• Experience in Hematology, Hematooncology, Cardiology or Nephrology would be a plus.
• At least 3-5 years experience in Medical Affairs or other relevant industry functions.
• Experience/ability to work in a matrix cross-functional environment, both internally and remotely.
• Great teammate with ability to inform and motivate a team, including remote personnel.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated track record and ability to get results as an effective team member and project leader.
• Shown ability to manage budget and resources.
• Strong scientific, clinical and business sense.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing environment.
• Excellent problem solving, organizational, and negotiating skills.
• Must demonstrate an energy and enthusiasm which brings a positive approach to all challenges.
• Strong sense of ethics and integrity. Strong understanding of US regulatory environment.
• Travel required up to 25%.
• 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 messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
At AstraZeneca's Alexion division, you'll find yourself at the forefront of rare disease biopharma. Our commitment to transparency, objectivity, and ethics drives us to push scientific boundaries. With global reach and potent capabilities, we are uniquely positioned to shape the future of rare disease treatment. Our culture fosters innovation through a passionate entrepreneurial spirit combined with the strength of a global biopharma. Here you'll be empowered to make a difference by connecting deeply with patients' journeys while growing your career alongside exceptional leaders.
Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Apply now to join our team!

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $241,613.60- $362,420.40. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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