Senior Medical Director Global Medical Affairs

Company: Sanofi
Location: Somerville
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Job DescriptionThe Senior Medical Director will lead the development and execution of the global medical strategy for pipeline assets in benign hematology within the Rare Blood Disorder franchise. As the in-house scientific expert, this individual will provide scientific and medical expertise in the therapeutic areas of focus for the Global Medical team, working in close collaboration with colleagues in Commercial, Regulatory, Market Access, Clinical Development, Corporate Affairs, Patient Advocacy and other key cross functions.Job ResponsibilitiesThe ideal candidate will be a strong leader with a strategic and innovative style combined with a flexible, hands-on nature that works with a high sense of urgency. Key responsibilities include:Provide scientific and medical leadership for assigned assets, including development of strategic plans, identifying specific unmet medical needs, data gaps, and opportunities to engage with key stakeholdersLead the design and execution of the medical plan and tactics including Life Cycle Management and Real-World Evidence generation plansProvide disease area expertise and in partnership with the affiliate medical teams, oversee the development of focused medical training and communication priorities for assigned assetsCollaborate with affiliate medical leads to ensure affiliate activities are aligned with medical strategy and that internal stakeholders are sufficiently aware of affiliate insights and needs.Provide medical expertise to cross-functional teams. As a content expert, review abstracts, publications, medical information letters, and other medical or commercial documents for promotional or scientific use as neededInvolvement with key HCPs in the exchange of scientific and medical information including Advisory Boards and presentations at national and international meetingsDevelop and maintain close professional relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (physicians, nurses, other treatment team members) and emerging scientific leaders in the communityQualifications5 years of Pharmaceutical industry experience with relevant experience in Medical Affairs strongly desiredFlexible and able to work on multiple projects with aggressive timelines. Must be hard-working, energetic and passionate about making a difference with the highest integrity; committed to ethics and scientific standardsAbility to understand and effectively communicate scientific and medical information to both internal and external stakeholders. Excellent written and oral communication skills are imperativeAbility to work independently yet engage in collaborative decision making, to complete tasks in a timely fashion, and function in a rapid-paced environmentExperience and demonstrated success with publications, training, statistical analysis, medical communications, and core medical affairs functionsAbility to effectively operate in a highly matrixed organizationExperience developing and executing medical strategiesStrong interpersonal skills and project management skillsAbility to take initiative and solve complex and challenging problemsExperience with Hematology is strongly preferredThis position will be based in Cambridge, MA and applicants must be willing to relocate.EducationMD, PhD, PharmD, or other advanced degree in the life sciences.Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.GD-SGLI-GZAt Sanofi diversity and inclusion is foundational to how we operate and embedded in our Core Values. We recognize to truly tap into the richness diversity brings we must lead with inclusion and have a workplace where those differences can thrive and be leveraged to empower the lives of our colleagues, patients and customers. We respect and celebrate the diversity of our people, their backgrounds and experiences and provide equal opportunity for all. Full time

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