Associate Director, Evidence Generation, Global Medical Lupus

Biogen•Cambridge, MA

1d•$183,000 - $229,000

About The Position

Biogen is seeking a dynamic and experienced associate medical director to lead and support evidence generation activities for our Lupus clinical late-stage development programs. Through development, support and execution of a cross-functionally accepted Evidence Generation plan, the Associate Medical Director, Evidence Generation will lead the implementation of a cross-portfolio evidence generation plan and successfully deliver the plan using a balance between therapeutic knowledge, technical expertise, project and communication skills, leveraging and prioritizing internal and external resources as required. This individual contributor role supports a late-stage development program in SLE and CLE and reports to the Global Medical Lead Lupus. As a leader in Evidence Generation, you will play a critical role in shaping and executing scientifically rigorous, impactful research initiatives that enhance our clinical data package and support the broader medical and commercialization strategy. You will: Lead or coordinate the design and execution of high-quality evidence generation initiatives, including Phase 3b and IV trials, real-world evidence (RWE) studies, and payer/managed care collaborations. Align cross-functional teams (Medical, HEOR, ClinDev, Epi, Commercial) to ensure evidence strategies support key objectives and inform stakeholders such as HCPs, patients, PAGs, and payers. Ensure study compliance with internal SOPs, global regulations, and ethical standards throughout all research activities. Track and communicate progress, proactively managing risks, timelines, and mitigation plans to maintain transparency and accountability. Engage effectively across audiences, adapting communication to convey complex scientific concepts with clarity and credibility. Identify and pursue opportunities for innovation and collaboration, applying a proactive, solution-oriented approach to challenges and learning from outcomes.

Requirements

Strong-Proficient in Evidence Generation, phase 4 study design, collaborative research projects and HEOR disciplines such as e.g. comparative effectiveness, the ability to manage multiple studies and present them to stakeholders both within and outside Biogen.
MD, PhD, PharmD, or comparable advanced degree in a scientific/clinical discipline
Minimum 5 years’ experience in the healthcare/pharmaceutical sector with 3+ years’ experience in Evidence Generation Roles, including Real World Evidence (RWE)
High degree of knowledge of global healthcare landscape, public health and industry trends, and regulatory and payer environment to accurately identify key issues and develop evidence generation strategies and plans to strengthen clinical data package
Clinical experience and subject matter expertise in Immunology, Rheumatology and/or Dermatology
Experience with medical launch as well as products at different stages of the lifecycle
Previous collaboration experience with CRO preferred
Strong working knowledge of global regulations as relevant to Medical Affairs
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and collaborate with regional and/or affiliate medical and cross-functional teams to ensure all activities are executed in alignment with global medical strategy and ensuring the insights and needs from them are known and properly addressed
Ability to manage projects and take initiative to solve complex and challenging problems
Excellent written and oral communication skills to include presentations

Responsibilities

Lead or coordinate the design and execution of high-quality evidence generation initiatives, including Phase 3b and IV trials, real-world evidence (RWE) studies, and payer/managed care collaborations.
Align cross-functional teams (Medical, HEOR, ClinDev, Epi, Commercial) to ensure evidence strategies support key objectives and inform stakeholders such as HCPs, patients, PAGs, and payers.
Ensure study compliance with internal SOPs, global regulations, and ethical standards throughout all research activities.
Track and communicate progress, proactively managing risks, timelines, and mitigation plans to maintain transparency and accountability.
Engage effectively across audiences, adapting communication to convey complex scientific concepts with clarity and credibility.
Identify and pursue opportunities for innovation and collaboration, applying a proactive, solution-oriented approach to challenges and learning from outcomes.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation