Regional Medical Advisor Pipeline - Nephrology, Hematology & Transplant

Introduction to role

The Regional Medical Advisor Pipeline (RMAP) is a vital part of Global DR&S, serving as a field-based scientific resource responsible for the external scientific engagement (ESE) strategy for designated programs within a Therapeutic Area (TA) in their region. Collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders, the RMAP will work on designated trials and cross-program scientific engagement needs. The RMAP will establish and maintain relationships with Key External Experts (KEEs) within a specific region to advise on Alexion’s clinical development strategy and trial execution within a TA. Reporting directly to the Global TA Head of External Scientific Engagement for Hematology, Nephrology & Transplants (HNT), the RMAP will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful performance of clinical trials, supporting activities such as early insight collection, guiding feasibility, and enhancing trial recruitment and retention.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

Key Experts Engagement & establishing long term partnerships

• Clinical Trial Support
  • Inform identification of potential sites and investigators for clinical trials
  • Enhance clinical operations efforts to improve recruitment & retention by conducting scientific education and peer to peer clinical discussions
• Scientific Exchange
  • Develop and maintain the highest scientific and medical expertise in the relevant fields and be acknowledged internally and externally as an expert & resource in the assigned therapeutic area
  • Lead & implement relevant regional & local initiatives with key experts to support R&D on study implementation (Scientific Panels, Advisory Board, Scientific Exchange) in alignment with GPT, Global R&D, COM, and Country Medical Affairs colleagues
  • Identify and address relevant educational gaps and relay those to Global Clinical Development
  • Ensure timely and informative scientific exchanges with trialists and internal partners, in accordance with compliance policies and legal requirements
• Scientific Development Intelligence
  • Develop in-depth knowledge of the assigned therapeutic areas and assets
  • Obtain valuable and actionable insights from the field to be shared with internal stakeholders
• Medical Information
  • Forward medical information inquiries to Global Medical Information, according to Alexion policy
• Compliance
  • Stay current on local laws and guidelines, codes of practices, and Alexion policies relevant to Clinical Development and Medical Affairs activities
• Strong collaboration with (but not limited to):
  • Extenal Scientific Engagement Head Pipeline (EHP) & TA ESE Head
  • Country Operations
  • Medical Affairs
  • Global Clinical Operations
  • Clinical Development
  • Market Access
  • Launch excellence

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in natural sciences or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of combined experience in Medical Affairs and Clinical Development
• Experience and skills in experts engagement and leading Advisory Boards
• Knowledge of the country’s healthcare system
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of time
• Fluency in English and relevant local languages, written and spoken

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• MD, PharmD, or PhD in natural sciences or equivalent
• Experience / background in Nephrology and/or Renal Transplant
• Previous experience in rare diseases is advantageous
• Patient centricity!
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Proven capacity to:
  • Establish and develop internal and external networks
  • Plan and manage complex projects
  • Work independently and proactively
  • Act as a team player in multi-disciplinary settings
• Adaptability
• Positive attitude during challenging situations

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $196,778.40 to $295,167.60 USD. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision c