Associate Director, Global Medical Affairs Lead

Sarepta Therapeutics; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 173,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical and Emotional Wellness

Financial Wellness

Support for Caregivers

Job summary

Sarepta Therapeutics, a leader in Duchenne muscular dystrophy, is seeking an Associate Director, Global Medical Affairs Lead (GMAL) to shape medical strategy and provide scientific leadership for Sarepta's gene therapy programs.

This is a remote opportunity within the United States with hybrid work on Sarepta sites and occasional in-person events. Travel approximately quarterly for internal meetings and scientific congresses; reporting to the Global Medical Affairs Lead for DMD Gene Therapy.

Qualifications

• MD/PhD/PharmD with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Preferred experience in gene therapy or rare neuromuscular disorders.
• Analytical with track record of delivering goals in matrixed organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute GMA strategy for product launch and lifecycle management.
• Develop medical materials (slides, talking points) and ensure cross-functional program alignment; participate in review processes.
• Review and approve medical and promotional materials including congress materials and symposia.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to plan and execute tactics.
• Stay informed of current developments in literature and attend scientific meetings.
• Support dissemination of the scientific and medical impact of our products with key stakeholders.
• Contribute to congress, symposia, advisory boards and expert committee content.
• Travel approximately quarterly for internal meetings and/or scientific congresses.

Skills

Analytical

Strategic thinking

Communication

Influencing skills

Relationship building

Travel readiness

Education

Doctorate degree (MD, PhD, PharmD)

Job description

Why Sarepta? Why Now?

The promise of genetic medicine has arrived, and Sarepta is at the forefront. We hold a leadership position in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne) and are building a robust portfolio of programs across muscle, central nervous system, and cardiac diseases. In 2023, we launched our fourth therapy and the first ever gene therapy to treat Duchenne.

We're looking for people who see unlimited potential in themselves and who are motivated by an unwavering commitment to patients.

What Sarepta Offers

At Sarepta, we care deeply about all the people in our community and believe in the importance of supporting them in all aspects of their lives. We aspire to maintain a culture that acknowledges people bring their whole selves to work, and we will strive to help everyone in our community integrate their work and personal lives while maintaining productivity. We are committed to offering a range of benefits and work-life resources designed to support people in the following areas:

• Physical and Emotional Wellness
• Financial Wellness
• Support for Caregivers

For a full list of our comprehensive benefits, see our website: https://www.sarepta.com/join-us

The Importance of the Role

The Associate Director, Global Medical Affairs Lead (GMAL) is a key contributor to the GMAL team within Global Medical Affairs (GMA) department. As GMALs, we drive medical strategy and tactics to establish and elevate the impact of Sarepta's science and therapies. This role will contribute to our mission through strategic and tactical scientific support of Sarepta's gene therapy for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). This role will report to the Global Medical Affairs Lead for DMD Gene Therapy.

The Opportunity to Make a Difference

• Contribute to the development and execution of GMA strategy for product launch and life‑cycle management to bring alignment on key initiatives for the therapeutic area in line with overall Corporate and Medical priorities
• Develop medical materials (including slides and talking points) for gene therapy and DMD, ensure cross‑functional program alignment, and participate in review processes
• Act as SME to review and approve medical and promotional material including congress materials and symposia
• Build strong relationships that foster working effectively in close collaboration with cross‑functional partners to plan and execute tactics
• Remain informed of current developments within pertinent medical and scientific communities through familiarity with current literature and attendance at scientific meetings
• Support initiatives to disseminate the scientific and medical impact of our products with key stakeholders (physicians and payers).
• Contribute to congress, symposia, advisory board and expert committee strategy development and creation of content
• Work effectively and in close collaboration with cross‑functional partners to plan and execute tactics
• Serves as a role model of integrity and compliance
• Perform other related duties as needed
• Travel approximately quarterly for internal meetings and/or scientific congresses and meetings.

More about You

• This is a remote opportunity within the United States of America
• Doctorate degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) with 5+ years of relevant experience required
• Preferred experience in gene therapy, rare neuromuscular disorders or related fields
• Analytical, with a track record of delivering goals while working in high performing diverse teams
• Demonstrated success in operating effectively in highly matrixed organizations where influencing skills are critical to day to day success
• Experience in building strong and effective relationships with thought leaders and healthcare professionals
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deal effectively with deadlines with cross-functional teams
• Proven strategic thinking skills and ability to interpret and implement strategic directions
• Articulate with excellent communication and influencing skills
• Recognized by former peers/colleagues/managers for attributes congruent with Sarepta Cultural Values: Patient Mission, Scientific Rigor, Simplicity, Bias to Action, One Sarepta, Trust
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed

What Now?

We're always looking for solution-oriented, critical thinkers.

So, if you're comfortable with ambiguity and candor, relish challenging yourself, and place kindness and integrity at the forefront of how you approach your peers and work, then we encourage you to apply.

#LI-HybridThis position is hybrid, you will be expected to work on site at one of Sarepta's facilities in the United States and/or attend Company-sponsored in-person events from time to time. The targeted salary range for this position is $173,200 - $216,500 per year. Sarepta is making a good faith effort to be transparent and accurate around our hiring ranges. The salary offer is commensurate with Sarepta's compensation philosophy and considers factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, external market conditions, criticality of role, and internal equity. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sarepta Therapeutics offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Sarepta Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and participates in e-Verify.