Senior Director, Medical Affairs Operations

Vaxcyte

1h•$258,000 - $301,000•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Director, Medical Operations is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing medical communications, medical information, and operations for the organization. This position ensures scientific accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence across all medical affairs activities, while supporting the company’s mission to advance immunization and public health.

Requirements

Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent) in life sciences, immunology, infectious diseases, or public health.
A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in medical affairs, medical communications, or medical information, with leadership responsibilities.
Proven expertise in vaccines or infectious disease therapeutic areas.
Experience building medical information functions and developing medical education grant processes.
Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
Other combinations of education and/or experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Lead development of scientific communication strategies, including publications, congress presentations, and internal training materials.
Oversee creation of scientific and medical content for advisory boards, symposia, and scientific meetings.
Support consistent and accurate messaging across medical affairs and commercial teams.
Drive publication planning and execution in collaboration with partners, including clinical development and external experts.
Design and implement a transparent, compliant medical education grant process.
Establish and lead the medical information function for vaccines, including processes, systems, and staffing.
Oversee medical affairs operations, including budget management, compliance, and process optimization.
Provide leadership in governance processes, ensuring adherence to regulatory and ethical standards.