GLOBAL MEDICAL DIRECTOR, METABOLICS PLUS

This is what you will do:The Global Medical Director will lead and contribute to the development and execution of the strategy in Bone Metabolism by providing strong scientific and medical expertise with an in-depth understanding of the disease area and unmet medical needs, consistent with the GMA’s mission to maximize patient outcomes and advance the evidence-based medical standard of care. This role will require matrix leadership and broad internal cross-functional collaboration with global functions (Commercial, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, etc.) as well as the International Region and Japan.You will be responsible for:Representing GMA at the relevant Global Program Teams (GPTs) and sub-teams as the Medical Affairs medical expert for the cross functional groupAs part of the Global Medical Affairs Team, provide expertise for the development of a global strategic and global/regional tactical medical plans to deliver in alignment with the brands strategic objectives in cross-functional collaboration, including budget planning.Providing strategic guidance to scientific communication, external medical education, internal medical training, Medical Information and other functionsDeveloping and executing major registration LCM programs and evidence generation activitiesLead phase 3b/4 clinical studies.Providing medical review of externally sponsored research and internal proposals, including the review of the Final ReportServing as the medical expert and resource in support of the therapeutic area, including content development and medical input into regulatory and safety documentsEstablishing strategic partnerships with centers of excellence and KOLs in areas of scientific interest and serving as conduit for flow of information both out to the medical community and into the company, including development and execution of Global KOL medical engagement strategy as well as designing and managing global medical advisory boards You will need to have:Advanced scientific degree (MD, PhD, PharmD)Experience in Medical Affairs function (3+ years)Proven ability to generate, analyze and interpret clinical trial and published data.Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.Problem solving and organizational skills.Experience/ability to work in a matrix cross-functional environment.Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated track record and ability to drive results as an effective a team member and project leader.Ability to build partnership between HQ, International Region and Japan, and affiliates.Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing conditions.Ability to manage multiple projects and products simultaneously to ensure timely, on-target and within budget accomplishment of tasks.Strong sense of ethics and responsibilityAbility to travel up to 25%.The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment with flexible arrangements.  As is typical of an office-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.We would prefer for you to have:Experience in rare bone and endocrine disorders.Date Posted20-Aug-2024Closing Date27-Oct-2024Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact [email protected]. Alexion participates in E-Verify.AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.SummaryLocation: US - Boston - MAType: Full time