Director, Medical Affairs

Jade Biosciences•San Francisco, CA

4d•$270,000 - $295,000•Remote

About The Position

About Jade Biosciences Jade Biosciences is focused on developing innovative, best-in-class therapies to address critical unmet needs in autoimmune diseases. Our lead candidate, JADE101, is designed to inhibit the cytokine APRIL (A Proliferation-Inducing Ligand) and is being developed for the treatment of immunoglobulin A nephropathy ( IgAN ), a chronic kidney disease that can impair kidney function over time. JADE101 aims to reduce harmful IgA antibodies, lower proteinuria (a key marker of kidney damage), and preserve long-term kidney function. A Phase 1 healthy-volunteer study of JADE101 is ongoing, with interim, biomarker-rich data expected in the first half of 2026. Jade’s pipeline also includes a second development candidate, JADE201, and an undisclosed antibody discovery program, JADE-003, both currently in preclinical development. For more information, visit JadeBiosciences.com and follow us on LinkedIn . Role Overview We are seeking a proactive and scientifically driven Director, Medical Affairs to support Jade’s clinical development programs and help establish the medical affairs function. The Director, Medical Affairs will serve as a critical bridge between clinical development and future commercial readiness, ensuring scientific rigor, regulatory alignment, and strategic foresight. This newly created position will report to the Executive Medical Director, Clinical Development. This is a fully remote role and will require some travel.

Requirements

Advanced degree in a healthcare-related field (MD, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent).
7+ years of experience in medical affairs or related roles in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
Experience supporting clinical trials and working cross-functionally in a matrixed environment.
Strong scientific acumen, communication skills, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting.
Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks (e.g., FDA, EMA).

Responsibilities

Work with key internal stakeholders to support development and communication of medical plans for the therapeutic area and track progress for reporting.
Incorporate insights from scientific trends and treatment landscape by participating in external events and activities.
Lead the development and dissemination of scientific and medical data through various channels like publications, presentations, and educational programs for healthcare professionals (HCPs) and other stakeholders.
Build and maintain strong relationships with KOLs, researchers, and patient advocacy groups to gather insights, inform strategies, and support research initiatives.
Manage conference calendar and coordination of onsite meetings
Coordinate logistics for advisory boards, symposia, and medical education events.
Collaborate with internal regulatory team to ensure all medical communications and activities comply with relevant regulations (e.g., FDA, ICH-GCP).
Evidence Generation: Oversee or contribute to the design and implementation of studies that generate real-world evidence (RWE), health economics and outcomes research (HEOR), and other data to support product value proposition and market access efforts.
Internal Collaboration: Act as a scientific consultant and collaborator with internal teams including R&D, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, and Commercial to align strategies and support product development and commercialization.
Medical Information and Support: Provide accurate and up-to-date medical information to address inquiries from HCPs and other external stakeholders.
Manage medical review of promotional content and ensure compliance with MLR (Medical, Legal, Regulatory) standards.