Sr. Medical Director, Global Medical Affairs, Hemato-Oncology

Kyowa Kirin North America•Princeton, NJ

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Medical Director, Global Medical Affairs – Oncology, is responsible for developing and implementing the global medical strategy for myeloid malignancy programs. The role ensures medical plans and activities are aligned with clinical development, regulatory, and commercial priorities across the product lifecycle. The incumbent will oversee the execution of global medical plans, including evidence generation, scientific communication, and external engagement. This includes managing data generation initiatives, driving medical education, and fostering scientific exchange with key stakeholders and alliance partners to support product success and improve patient outcomes. The position requires solid leadership experience in oncology medical affairs, in-depth knowledge of hematologic malignancies, and the ability to collaborate effectively across global, cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Advanced scientific or clinical degree required (MD, PharmD, or PhD preferred). Additional training or qualifications in health economics, public health, or health policy are desirable.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with significant oncology experience required; hematologic malignancy experience strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience in both Global and Regional/Country Medical Affairs roles, with a strong understanding of global-to-local strategy translation and execution.
Proven track record of developing and executing global medical strategies across the product lifecycle (early development through post-marketing).
Experience leading cross-functional matrix teams and influencing senior stakeholders across Clinical Development, Regulatory, Commercial, Market Access, and R&D.
Direct experience with evidence generation planning, including Phase IV studies, investigator-sponsored research (ISR), real-world evidence (RWE), and health outcomes research.
Strong background in scientific communications, including publications strategy, congress planning, advisory boards, and medical education initiatives.
Experience engaging with key opinion leaders (KOLs), academic institutions, cooperative groups, and professional societies in oncology.
Experience collaborating with alliance partners and managing external partnerships in a co-development or co-commercialization environment preferred.
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a global, highly matrixed organization with strong strategic, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Deep scientific and clinical expertise in oncology, with strong knowledge of hematologic malignancies preferred.
Advanced understanding of health economics and outcomes research (HEOR), biostatistics, clinical trial design, real-world evidence methodologies, and evidence-based medicine principles.
Proven ability to develop and operationalize global medical strategies, including evidence generation plans, publication strategy, and scientific engagement initiatives.
Strong working knowledge of regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and industry standards governing medical affairs activities.
Experience interpreting and communicating complex clinical and scientific data to diverse audiences, including KOLs, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to represent the organization in high-level scientific forums and advisory boards.
Strong organizational and project management capabilities, with experience overseeing multiple initiatives across regions.
High level of strategic thinking, analytical capability, and sound scientific judgment.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); familiarity with data visualization tools, publication management systems, clinical trial platforms, and HEOR analytics tools is advantageous.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing ambiguity effectively. Strong work ethics are required. Passion for personal learning and professional development. Cultural sensitivity and adaptability within multinational organizations.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the global medical affairs strategy for oncology assets, including pre-launch planning and long-term strategic initiatives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., R&D, HEOR, Market Access) to ensure alignment of medical strategies with broader corporate goals.
Lead integrated medical data generation plans, including clinical trials and real-world evidence projects.
Serve as the primary medical scientific lead for healthcare decision-makers globally, facilitating scientific exchange on disease state management and the clinical/economic value of oncology products.
Identify evidence gaps and provide insights to internal teams to inform portfolio development and customer engagement strategies.
Oversee ongoing medical studies and ensure high-quality outcomes aligned with regulatory requirements.
Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare systems, advocacy organizations, and payer networks globally.
Represent the organization at major scientific conferences and advisory boards to communicate medical insights and establish thought leadership in oncology.
Mentor junior team members and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation within the global medical affairs team.

Benefits

401K with company match
Discretionary Profit Share
Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
HSA & FSA Programs
Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
Life & Disability Insurance
Concierge Services
Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
Pet Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Employee Referral Awards