Medical Affairs Senior Medical Director - Nephrology

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc • Boston, MA

57d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Medical Affairs Senior Director provides medical and scientific leadership in the assigned Therapeutic Area(s) (TA). This role will work closely with a cross-functional group to ensure that scientific and medical strategies are aligned with broader corporate and key stakeholder needs and will ensure the flawless execution of Nephrology medical plans.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of global medical, regulatory and commercial (including payer) environments
• Excellent understanding of government and industry guidelines, regulations, laws, etc., for appropriate scientific/medical exchange and communication with key external stakeholders (e.g., healthcare providers, payers, advocacy bodies)
• Deep understanding of market access in key countries
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to influence others internally/externally
• Ability to develop relationships in a highly matrixed environment, as well as external relationships with global, regional and local thought leaders and industry experts
• Ability to engage in positive dialogue and resolve conflicts in a constructive manner
• Track-record of ability to plan, initiate and complete projects within allotted time frames & delivering high quality successful results
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team on common projects and goals, at national and regional level
• Capacity to critically analyze current scientific literature
• Terminal scientific degree (e.g., PhD or PharmD) or MD degree.
• Typically requires 11 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Develops medical affairs plans, including Launch and Life Cycle Management plans
• Critically interprets scientific data, determines the potential impact of new research on clinical practice, and uses scientific and clinical data to formulate frameworks and disease management approaches
• Shares country/regional insights with global teams to ensure global medical strategies and activities reflect the needs of the country/region
• Effectively communicates scientific data through presentations and publications
• Provides fair and balanced medical information and education to health care professionals and payers that support the safe and effective use of Vertex drugs in the appropriate patients
• Fosters patient access to Vertex drugs, by supporting the commercial organization in the preparation/review of reimbursement dossiers and presenting scientific data as required to key stake holders in the access process
• Performs/oversees medical/scientific training for field medical teams, commercial, and other internal stakeholders
• Contributes to the local Brand Team, representing the TA (scientific and medical expertise) and ensuring all activities address patient well-being and respect data integrity
• Ensures compliance at country level with company policies, medical affairs SOPs, GCP and ICH
• Assesses local promotional materials and ensures that all claims are fully supported by scientific data, and are presented in an accurate, fair and balanced manner
• Performs/oversees medical/scientific training for Medical, Commercial, and other internal stakeholders

Benefits

• This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards.
• Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.
• From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees