Senior Director, Medical Strategy Lead - Rheumatology

IQVIA; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 115,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA in Italy seeks a Senior Medical Director to provide strategic medical leadership across the rheumatology therapeutic area, leading development plans and contributing to proposals and client discussions.

The successful candidate will have an MD with Rheumatology training and board certification, 10+ years in pharma or CRO, and travel up to 20% nationally or internationally. This role shapes Center of Excellence strategy and collaborates with global teams.

Qualifications

• MD degree with Rheumatology training.
• Board certification in Rheumatology.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience.
• Extensive experience in pharma/CRO environments.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Work independently of the therapeutic area head and lead strategic proposal development.
• Lead client proposal bid defenses as medical director and SME.
• Serve as consultant throughout the R&D lifecycle and clinical trials.
• Formulate clinical development plans and direct the Center of Excellence strategy.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Proposal development

Clinical development

Education

MD degree with Rheumatology training

Board certification – Rheumatology

Job description

Job Overview

The Senior Medical Director provides strategic medical and scientific subject matter experience and expertise to IQVIA in the specialty/subspecialty or therapeutic area for which they have first hand knowledge informed by training, experience and expertise. They gain greater independence over time for various activities that include but are not necessarily limited to early engagement of potential customers, proposal development in response to RFPs, participation in client proposal bid defense meetings, medical director and subject matter expertise as a consultant throughout the research and development lifecycle and the duration of clinical trials, and/or as an independent customer solution. They collaborate across the organization to ensure that all of IQVIA's resources are fully leveraged in opportunities. Participation in thought leadership activities is highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Work independently of the therapeutic area head. Demonstrate independence in strategic proposal development in conjunction with other members of the proposal development team.
• Participate in client proposal bid defense meetings as a leader, medical director and subject matter expert.
• Act as consultant throughout the research and development life cycle and the duration of clinical trials; and/or as a standalone independent customer solution.
• Formulate clinical development plans and is responsible for the execution of the group strategy and leads the strategic direction of the Center of Excellence.

Required Education and Experience

• Experience: Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience.
• Knowledge: Requires exceptional business knowledge to drive results for the organization. Applies extensive business and industry expertise and provides organizational thought leadership.
• At least 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or a CRO setting.
• Candidates from a CRO background should have held a senior strategic role, demonstrating strong leadership capabilities and significant expertise in Rheumatology.
• Education: Terminal degree (MD) and training in Rheumatology.
• Practical knowledge in leading and managing execution of processes, projects and tactics within the research and development therapeutic area.
• Board Certified – Rheumatology

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel. Must be able to travel nationally or internationally at least 20% of the time.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is €114,800.00 - €195,200.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.