Scientific Affairs Manager - Spain (Madrid)

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Inc.; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 65.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Inc. is seeking a Scientific Affairs Manager (SAM) to lead medical and scientific initiatives in Spain, collaborating with national and international Medical Affairs teams.

The SAM will build peer-to-peer relationships with Key External Experts, support advisory boards and clinical education, and ensure compliant scientific exchange.

This field-based role requires up to 50% travel, home office work, and close coordination with Drug Safety, Market Access, and Commercial.

Formación

• Advanced degree in pharmaceutical, scientific, or medical field.
• 8+ years in Medical Science Liaison or similar field-based role.
• Rare diseases experience is a plus.
• Launch experience is a plus.
• Cross-functional collaboration with commercial teams.
• Fluent in local language and English.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as Scientific Affairs Manager for Spain within the international Medical Affairs team.
• Be SME for the rare MC4R pathway diseases and indications.
• Lead development and implementation of the integrated strategic and tactical plan with focus on medical/science projects.
• Organize and lead local advisory boards and Key External Expert meetings to gain insights and foster scientific exchange.
• Provide medical support for the implementation of the local strategy.
• Build and maintain peer-to-peer relationships with external experts and stakeholders, delivering clinical, scientific, and medical education.
• Oversee and initiate medical projects with clinical partners and research networks.
• Identify knowledge gaps among healthcare professionals and organize non-promotional scientific presentations.
• Support AE/PV reporting and medical information materials as needed.
• Travel up to 50% and work from home office.

Conocimientos

MSL experience

Cross-functional

Communication skills

Scientific acumen

English fluent

Educación

Advanced degree (PharmD/PhD/MD)

Descripción del empleo

Company Overview

Rhythm is a global, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming the lives of patients and their families living with rare neuroendocrine diseases. We develop medicines for previously untreatable or undertreated diseases and provide meaningful support for healthcare providers and patients and their families. We recognize the courage it takes for patients and their caregivers to begin their journey of advocacy to find the answers they need. Their courage inspires us to challenge convention, ask bold questions and seek answers for them. Every day, we strive for excellence through our willingness to learn, adapt, and our tenacity to overcome barriers, together.

Opportunity Overview

As a member of the Rhythm Spain team, you will focus on advancing medical and scientific initiatives in rare MC4R pathway diseases. In close collaboration with the national and international Medical Affairs teams, the Scientific Affairs Manager (SAM) will provide scientific and medical leadership and support for the implementation of integrated tactical and engagement plans, while upholding the highest standards of compliance and scientific integrity in Spain.

He/she will be responsible for building peer‑to‑peer relationships with Key External Experts (KEEs) and other stakeholders to deliver clinical, scientific, and medical education. The SAM will support research initiatives, advisory boards, and other compliant scientific exchange activities to support the integrated strategic and tactical plan and the Medical Affairs’ tactics.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Serve as a Scientific Affairs Manager for Spain and as a member of the international Medical Affairs team.
• Be a subject‑matter expert for the rare MC4R pathway diseases and our indications.
• Contribute to the development and responsible for the implementation of the integrated strategic and tactical plan with focus on the medical and scientific projects and tactics.
• Organize and lead local advisory boards and Key External Expert meetings to gain insights, foster scientific exchange and support the local strategy.
• Provide medical support for the implementation of the local strategy.
• Build and maintain peer‑to‑peer relationships with external experts and stakeholders, delivering clinical, scientific, and medical education.
• Oversee and initiate medical projects in collaboration with clinical partners and research networks.
• Identify stakeholder and provide insights for future clinical developments and play a key role in the pre‑launch and launch phase for these new developments.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of scientific communication plans and medical information materials, ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Drug Safety, Market Access, and Commercial.
• Collaborate with the clinical team and monitor all Rhythm clinical trials taking place in Spain and follow up where necessary.
• Identify knowledge gaps among healthcare professionals and organize non‑promotional scientific presentations.
• Participate in local medical and cross‑functional projects and initiatives.
• Ensure effective and compliant communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the commercial team and HCPs with knowledge building around the efficacy and safety of our product(s), including AE/PV reporting.
• Play a pivotal role in establishing appropriate multidisciplinary care including patient support programs.
• Play a pivotal role in identifying hurdles and solutions in order to optimize patient identification and referral pathways.
• Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information in a timely manner. Ensure that an accurate and fair balanced response is provided.

Qualifications And Skills

• Advanced degree in a pharmaceutical, scientific, or medical field (PharmD, PhD, MD)
• 8 or more years’ experience within a Medical Science Liaison or similar field‑based scientific exchange role with primary emphasis on field‑based scientific exchange within the biopharmaceutical industry strongly preferred. Relevant pharmaceutical and clinical/therapeutic experience also a consideration
• Rare diseases experience is a plus
• Launch experience is a plus
• Proven skills and ability to work in a cross‑functional team without silos
• Cross‑functional mindset focused on a seamless collaboration with the commercial team
• Not accepting the status quo, working with a sense of urgency to deliver results
• Affinity with and willingness to implement an omnichannel way of working while engaging with KEEs and HCPs
• Self‑starter mentality who feels comfortable to work in a fast paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and scientific acumen when presenting clinical, disease state information to a variety of audiences
• Demonstrates knowledge of regional/local specific healthcare systems, the evolving medical landscape, reimbursement and industry trends.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills - fluent in local language for the market and in verbal and written English

This role is field‑based in Spain. Candidates applying must be willing and able to work primarily out of their home office. This role will involve up to 50% travel.

More About Rhythm

We are a dynamic and growing global team spanning more than a dozen countries. At Rhythm we are dedicated to transforming the lives of patients living with rare melanocortin‑4 receptor (MC4R) pathway diseases by rapidly advancing care and precision medicines that address the root cause. Our team is passionate about expanding access to reach more patients and developing novel therapies for other rare neuroendocrine diseases, including congenital hyperinsulinism.

At Rhythm Our Core Values Are

• We are committed to advancing scientific understanding to improve patients’ lives
• We are inspired to tackle tough challenges and have the courage to ask bold questions
• We are eager to learn and adapt
• We believe collaboration and ownership are foundational for our success
• We value the unique contribution each individual brings to furthering our mission