Associate Medical Director

Job Description

• Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health research to support brand priorities and tactics, including initiating and maintaining relationships with thought leaders in collaboration with Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs);
• Initiate research projects within priority areas in support of clinical and scientific strategy, and present key scientific results;
• Develop and manage a thought leader network (with the MSLs) to support the successful execution of Medical Affairs tactics;
• Develop and support short-term and long-term goals of Medical Affairs with respect to prioritization of research interests and collaborations with investigators and institutions; 
• Participate in the Clinical Trials Review Committee review process, protocol review and revision, and facilitate the development of an approved clinical trial protocol and the associated contractual documents;
• Facilitate communications between Biogen and the Study Investigators and oversee publication of the clinical trial results both at scientific meetings and in peer reviewed journals;
• Interact with other departments including commercial, clinical development, safety, legal, and regulatory; and
• Represent Biogen at various scientific meetings.
• 50% domestic and international travel required.
• Telecommuting permitted up to 100%.

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Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

MD or PharmD degree (or foreign equivalent) and 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience or relevant academic or clinical experience in Neurology or Neuroscience.

In the alternative, the employer will accept a PhD degree (or foreign equivalent) in Neurology, Neuroscience, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field and 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience or relevant academic or clinical experience in Neurology or Neuroscience.

Experience must include:

3 years of experience with each of the following:

• Reviewing and publishing scientific, medical, or regulatory information, and effectively communicating the information orally and in writing to leading experts in the field of Neurology;
• Evaluation of clinical research projects with reference to relevant ethical standards;
• Proven ability to conduct medical or scientific analysis and decision-making;
• Effectively communicating with and educating health care professionals on clinical data and study results; and
• Establishing strong relationships with peer groups and professional organizations to further departmental and corporate objectives.

U.S. Board certified or Board eligible in Neurology, active medical license in the U.S., Fellowship trained in Neurology or Neuroscience, or equivalent qualification.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why Biogen?

Our mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.