Senior Director, Global Medical Affairs Strategy Lead - HNSCC

Genmab • Plainsboro Township, NJ

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About The Position

The Global Medical Affairs Sr. Director will serve as the Global Medical Affairs Strategy Lead for Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC). This individual will be responsible for providing medical leadership and subject matter expertise in the development and execution of Global Medical Affairs strategic and tactical plans for HNSCC. The role will play a critical part in medical launch planning and execution, working in close alignment with the MASL and cross-functional partners. The position requires strong commercial aptitude and the ability to translate and align scientific and business objectives into actionable strategies and launch excellence experience.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree (MD, PhD) preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of medical affairs and/or clinical, or experience in oncology, with direct expertise in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC) preferred.
• Biotech/pharmaceutical industry experience, including successful pre-launch and launch within Oncology/Hematology or solid tumors such as Thoracic and HNSCC.
• Strong commercial aptitude with ability to align scientific and business objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with tight timelines.
• Proven track record in building, leading, and developing high‑performing teams, with demonstrated ability to inspire, mentor, and manage talent to achieve strategic objectives in complex, fast‑paced environments.
• Collaborative leadership style with proven ability to build trusted partnerships across functions.
• Strong ability to interpret and articulate clinical and HEOR data.
• In-depth understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements in Medical Affairs, R&D, and Commercial.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation expertise.
• Ability to travel internationally, including occasional weekends

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of evidence-based medicine, applied biostatistics, and health economics desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the Global Medical Affairs (GMA) strategy for HNSCC, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Drive Global launch excellence for HNSCC assets, overseeing pre-launch planning, launch execution, and post-launch optimization.
• Co-lead Global Commercialization Team (GCT) to drive cross‑functional alignment across medical, regulatory, market access, clinical development, and regional teams to ensure globally consistent launch strategy.
• Manage and mentor direct reports, including the Launch Lead, to ensure delivery of strategic and tactical priorities.
• Provide medical monitoring and oversight for Medical Affairs-led interventional and observational clinical trials in HNSCC.
• Serve as the medical and content expert for HNSCC across internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead the planning and execution of Global advisory boards and Key Opinion Leader (KOL) engagements in HNSCC.
• Represent the company at major global medical conferences and meetings relevant to HNSCC.
• Oversee HNSCC Areas of Interest for external collaborations and provide scientific input and strategic direction to the Investigator-Sponsored Trial (IST) program in HNSCC.
• Contribute to Medical and Promotional Review Committees with HNSCC expertise.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners (commercial, clinical development, HEOR, market access, medical communications) to ensure MA contribution to integrated launch and lifecycle strategies.
• Lead lifecycle management initiatives, including evidence generation and execution of Phase 3b/4 studies.
• Build strong network with thought leaders, patient advocacy groups, and institutions in the HNSCC community to strengthen external partnerships.
• Support HEOR initiatives and market access strategies to demonstrate product value in HNSCC to payers and access decision-makers.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: 100% match on the first 6% of contributions
• Health Benefits: Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary Plans: Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave
• Support Resources: Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well-being support
• Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees