UK & Ireland Scientific Affairs Manager: Medical Strategy

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Inc.; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Inc. seeks a Scientific Affairs Manager for the UK & Ireland to advance medical and scientific initiatives in MC4R pathway diseases.

You will collaborate with Medical Affairs, KEEs, and advisory boards to deliver compliant scientific education and support clinical development in the UK. The role requires leading scientific strategy, building expert networks, and supporting research, trials, and medical information materials across local teams.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in pharmaceutical, scientific, or medical field.
• 8+ years in Medical Science Liaison or similar field.
• Rare diseases experience is a plus.
• Launch experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication and scientific presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Scientific Affairs Manager for the UK and as a member of the international Medical Affairs team.
• Be a subject-matter expert for MC4R pathway diseases and our indications.
• Develop and implement the integrated strategic and tactical plan for medical and scientific projects.
• Organize and lead local advisory boards and KEEs meetings for insights and scientific exchange.
• Provide medical support for local strategy implementation and cross-functional collaboration.
• Identify knowledge gaps and organize non-promotional scientific presentations.
• Monitor Rhythm clinical trials in the UK and liaise with clinical partners and networks.
• Support AE/PV reporting and knowledge building around efficacy and safety of setmelanotide.

Skills

Scientific communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic medical planning

Self-starter

Education

Advanced degree (PharmD/PhD/MD)

Job description

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Inc. seeks a Scientific Affairs Manager for the UK & Ireland to advance medical and scientific initiatives in MC4R pathway diseases.

You will collaborate with Medical Affairs, KEEs, and advisory boards to deliver compliant scientific education and support clinical development in the UK. The role requires leading scientific strategy, building expert networks, and supporting research, trials, and medical information materials across local teams.