Global Medical Strategy Lead, Immunology Pipeline

Biogen•Cambridge, MA

1d•$265,000 - $365,000

About The Position

The Global Medical Strategy Lead – Immunology Pipeline will play a key strategic role within Biogen’s Global Medical Immunology organization. Reporting to the Head of Global Medical Immunology, this individual will lead medical strategy for pipeline and emerging assets across the immunology portfolio. The role focuses on shaping the medical perspective for pipeline programs by integrating disease‑area expertise, scientific insights, and evolving treatment paradigms to inform development strategy and long‑term asset positioning. The individual will work closely with Research, Clinical Development, and cross‑functional partners to ensure pipeline programs are aligned with unmet medical needs and future clinical practice. The role may also contribute to broader portfolio discussions by providing medical insight into emerging scientific opportunities and evaluating novel therapeutic approaches or external innovations relevant to Biogen’s immunology strategy.

Requirements

Advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) in a scientific or clinical discipline.
Minimum of 10+ years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.
At least 5 years of experience supporting pipeline or early‑stage asset strategy.
Deep scientific expertise in immunology and autoimmune disease biology.
Ability to synthesize complex scientific and clinical information into strategic medical insights.
Experience working in cross‑functional environments across research, development, and medical teams.
Strong communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience contributing to pipeline portfolio strategy or therapeutic area strategy.
Experience evaluating novel therapeutic mechanisms or emerging scientific platforms.
Familiarity with early asset development and clinical trial strategy including Target Product Profiles.
Experience supporting scientific evaluation of potential external innovation opportunities.
Strong understanding of competitive landscapes and evolving standards of care in immunology.
Experience engaging with external scientific experts and academic investigators.

Responsibilities

Lead development of global medical strategy for pipeline and early‑stage immunology assets.
Provide medical leadership across the pipeline lifecycle from early research transition through clinical development.
Conduct scientific landscape assessments across key immunology indications to identify emerging mechanisms and unmet needs.
Partner with Research and Clinical Development to shape Target Product Profiles (TPPs) and medical differentiation strategies.
Provide medical input into portfolio prioritization discussions and pipeline decision making.
Support scientific evaluation of emerging therapeutic approaches or external innovations when relevant.
Maintain a deep understanding of competitive landscapes and evolving standards of care in immunology.
Engage with external scientific experts and investigators to inform pipeline strategy.
Collaborate across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and Commercial teams to integrate medical insights.
Support internal governance discussions by synthesizing scientific and clinical information into clear strategic perspectives

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