Director, Medical Operations

Intellia Therapeutics, Inc.•Cambridge, MA

2d•$207,000 - $253,000•Remote

About The Position

Our mission is to develop curative genome editing treatments that can positively transform the lives of people living with severe and life-threatening diseases. Beyond our science, we live our four core values: One, Explore, Disrupt, Deliver and feel strongly that you can achieve more at Intellia. We have a single-minded determination to excel and succeed together. We believe in the power of curiosity and pushing boundaries. We welcome challenging thoughts and imagination to develop innovative solutions. And we know that patients are counting on us to make the promise a reality, so we must maintain high standards and get it done. We want all of our people to go beyond what is possible. We aren’t constrained by typical end rails, and we aren’t out to just “treat” people. We’re all in this for something more. We’re driven to cure and motivated for change. Just imagine the possibilities of what we can do together. How You Will Achieve More: The Director of Medical Operations will lead the operational strategy and execution of Medical Affairs initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. This role is critical in optimizing processes, managing cross-functional projects, and supporting the Medical Affairs team in delivering high-impact medical strategies. The ideal candidate will combine strong leadership, operational expertise, and a deep understanding of biotech compliance and regulatory landscapes.

Requirements

Demonstrated track record of executing medical and/or scientific plans in support of product development and differentiation, addressing healthcare stakeholder requirements.
Demonstrated ability in strategic planning and resource management.
Strong knowledge and application of ICH GCP, GxP, global regulations and good document management practices.
Experience leading and motivating cross-functional teams and vendors/consultants
Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to respond to multiple external and internal queries, managing and handling conflict constructively
Success working in a fast paced, matrixed, growing organization, partnering with multiple internal & external stakeholders
Advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) in life sciences preferred
At least 5-7 years experience in Medical Affairs and/or Clinical Development in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry
Experience in Compliance and/or Governance related functions in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry
Ability to sit or stand for multiple hours at a computer
Manual dexterity for keyboarding; may include repetitive movements
Travel up to 25% for HQ meetings, conferences, and internal training sessions

Nice To Haves

Experience with novel modalities (gene editing, CRISPR, genetic medicines) preferred

Responsibilities

Strategic & Operational Leadership Develop and implement operational strategies to streamline Medical Affairs activities, including medical communications, publications, medical information, and congress planning.
Oversee the creation and maintenance of SOPs, ensuring compliance with FDA, EMA, ICH-GCP, and company policies.
Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Commercial, and R&D to align medical operations with corporate objectives.
Manage vendor relationships and oversee contracts/budgets.
Support KOL engagement, advisory boards, and medical education initiatives.
Compliance & Risk Management Ensure adherence to ethical guidelines, data integrity standards, and global regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with Legal and Compliance teams to mitigate risks in medical content and activities.
Budget & Resource Management Oversee annual budgeting, resource allocation, and financial reporting for Medical Affairs programs.
Negotiate vendor contracts and track expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness.
Track MA spend to support Finance in achieving financial targets.