US Regional Director Medical Affairs – Thoracic Malignancies (Hybrid)

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US Regional Director Medical Affairs – Thoracic Malignancies (Hybrid)

Company

MSD

Job description

Job DescriptionThe Regional Director of Medical Affairs (RDMA) for Thoracic Malignancies holds primary responsibility for the development and execution of regional oncology Medical Affairs strategies and plans for Thoracic Malignancies in the US across indications. The US RDMA for Thoracic Malignancies provides scientific and medical expertise to the US Medical and Commercial organizations and is an impactful member of the cross-functional team in the country. The US RDMA engages with the network of scientific leaders in the country.Primary activities include, but are not limited to:Develops and executes US Medical Affairs strategy for Thoracic MalignanciesDrives creation and facilitation of training materials for the Oncology Medical Affairs team through the appropriate review systems and serves as the medical approver of these materialsDesigns, updates and gives training both internally and externally in collaboration with the global scientific training and content teamsCoordinates, presents at and leads Advisory Boards and other meetings with US Scientific LeadersEngages in scientific exchange with Scientific Leaders to obtain input on disease landscape, current data, and evidence gapsHelps with planning of various aligned activities around major oncology congresses.Supports commercial group for launch preparation and post-launch activitiesServes as a member on the Value Evidence sub-team for Thoracic Malignancies internal stakeholders’ expectations with timely updatesInteracts with internal stakeholders for needs assessment and planning.Leads strategy and interactions with Patient Advocacy GroupsTracks guidelines and regulatory landscape in the US regionReview of Investigator Initiated StudiesCollaborates and leads interaction with our external collaboration partners with whom we co-develop oncology products.Education Minimum Requirement:Advanced degree: MD, PhD or PharmDMinimum of 3 years of experience at a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company in Oncology, -or- 5 years of relevant clinical experience in medical oncology.Proven ability to effectively communicate (written and oral) scientific and business information, both, to a variety of audiences including company management, scientific leaders and lay audiences.Proven track record of translating strategies into tactics that are executed and completedStrong leadership skills and ability to effectively collaborate with and influence partners within and across divisions.Proven ability to collaborate with others and to resolve conflicts.Preferred Experience and Skills:Experience with Thoracic Malignancies is preferredCurrent Employees applyCurrent Contingent Workers applyUS and Puerto Rico Residents Only:Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.U.S. Hybrid Work ModelEffective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday – Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. 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Location

Gwynedd, PA – Wales

Job date

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:17:51 GMT

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