Medical Director, SCD, US Medical Affairs, Rare Disease, non-MD

ROLE SUMMARY

The Medical Director will provide leadership and expertise in Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) contributing to the planning and execution of medical strategies, technical expertise and an in-depth understanding of medicine development and lifecycle to bear on all US Medical SCD-related activities. This individual will be an integral member of the US Medical Affairs and cross-functional US SCD team(s). The Medical Director will support key internal and external medical initiatives such as establishing and maintaining thought leader relationships in the field of SCD, understanding and identifying clinical care gaps, and facilitate the development of customer-focused communication and resources. The Medical Director will provide therapeutic area/product expertise in SCD and understand patients and physicians point of view.  This individual will work closely with Global Medical Affairs and cross-functional colleagues to support and execute upon the US Medical Affairs plan.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the development and execution of US medical strategies and tactics in support of Oxbryta and SCD pipeline

• Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues from commercial, field medical, HEOR, digital, US medical information and relevant internal colleagues to enhance and deliver upon US medical plan(s)

• Supports data generation/analyses and ensure the medical and scientific accuracy of manuscripts and abstracts/posters

• Familiarity with the review of promotional and non-promotional materials (i.e. the US review committee (RC))

• Within RC, partner with legal, regulatory, and marketing colleagues to ensure compliant, accurate and high-quality content of promotional and non-promotional materials

• Serves as a reliable and trusted source of accurate scientific knowledge of the data, disease state, product label, and competitive data for clinical trials

• Familiarity with publication and congress planning processes(s)

• Familiarity with the customer insights process and the importance of customer insights, helping in planning and execution of Advisory Boards (when needed) to gather expert advice on medical planning

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.

• Bachelors and 10+ years experience; Masters and 8+ years; PharmD/PHD and 6+ years

• 5+ years in Medical Affairs experience preferred

• Knowledge and experience in SCD is preferred

• Deep understanding of the US healthcare system and the multidisciplinary approach to address clinical care gaps

• Overall, working knowledge of US health care system and healthcare economics and its impact on medical decision making

• Understanding of quality measures which inform healthcare decision making in the healthcare system and/or managed care setting is a plus

• Strong analytical skills

• Customer-oriented approach and ability to work in cross-functional and matrix teams

• Proven strategic thinking skills and ability to interpret and implement strategic directions

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deal effectively with deadlines

• Creativity, resourcefulness, high energy and flexibility 

• Professional demeanor & excellent interpersonal skills when dealing with external customers /internal colleagues

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  In addition to strong presentation skills

Other Job Details:

Last Date to Apply for Job: August 31, 2024

Additional Location Information: 

This is a hybrid in-office role requiring 2-3 days on-site per week

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $161,600.00 to $269,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn