Associate Director, Global Medical Affairs Strategy, CNS

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.; United States; Remote; USD 169,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. seeks an Associate Medical Director, Global Medical Affairs Strategy to drive strategic and tactical excellence for designated assets in nephrology/immunology/CNS.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, support medical input across asset lifecycles, and lead data generation and communications initiatives. The role involves content creation, scientific/clinical input, and external engagement with experts and investigators, with approximately 20% travel and

Qualifications

• MD/DO, PharmD or PhD in life sciences required.
• 4+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical industry Medical Affairs with nephrology/immunology or CNS focus preferred.
• Launch experience preferred.
• Ability to lead projects in a matrixed organization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including presentations to large groups.
• Knowledge of pharma regulations and ability to apply guidelines to Medical Affairs activities.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Veeva and KOL mapping solutions is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Medical Affairs to develop asset strategy and tactics.
• Assist with product/therapeutic area expert input in internal and external venues.
• Support indication/franchise leads with medical input across asset lifecycle.
• Provide high-quality scientific input and review publications and educational materials.
• Review medical content for promotional materials as needed.
• Track tactics and performance to goals/budget.
• Develop data gap analyses and set scientific priorities.
• Conduct literature searches and prepare data summaries for decision-making.
• Coordinate with commercial teams to train personnel as needed.
• Support medical information direction and education grant processes.
• Travel approximately 20%.

Skills

Project management

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Leadership in matrixed environments

Education

MD/DO, PharmD or PhD in life sciences

Tools

Veeva

KOL mapping solutions

Job description

Job Description

: The Associate Medical Director, Global Medical Affairs Strategy (([Nephrology and Immunology OR CNS OR Digital Medicine & Therapeutics]NS) supports Medical Directors and Franchise Leads to drive strategic and tactical excellence for assigned Otsuka assets. The incumbent will play a critical role for the execution and implementation of the Medical Affairs strategy by serving as a key member on relevant cross-functional teams, collaboration with regional affiliates and strong project management. This role will also serve as a subject matter expert in content creation, strategic and tactical discussions, and presentations with internal colleagues, as well as external experts and investigators. Other responsibilities include support of medical affairs research execution including but not limited to Phase IV studies and investigator-initiated trials.

Key Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

• Collaborating with Medical Affairs colleagues to develop and execute asset strategy and tactics with appropriate use of resources.
• Assist with product and therapeutic area expert in both internal and external venues including the Medical Affairs sub-teams, and advisory boards / steering committees.
• Support indication and/or franchise leads in providing medical input into all aspects of product development and promotion across the entire asset lifecycle.
• Provide high quality scientific/clinical input and review of disease strategy plans, publications and externally facing educational materials. Part of this responsibility includes ensuring that medical content aligns with Medical Affairs strategy and communication objectives.
• This role may be involved in review of medical content of promotional materials for accuracy as part of the Promotional Review Committee.
• Track priority Medical Affairs tactics and performance to goals/budget.
• Develop data gap analyses and scientific communication priorities.
• Conduct literature searches and prepare data summaries to support strategic decision-making.
• Coordinate with commercial colleagues to provide training to commercial personnel, as needed.
• Help provide direction for medical information specialists.
• Support execution of Medical Affairs evidence generation activities, where applicable.
• Develop educational objectives and review medical education grant requests, as needed.
• Travel (approximately 20%).

Qualifications

• MD/DO, PharmD or PhD in life sciences required.
• 4+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical industry Medical Affairs with expertise in kidney disease and/or immunology OR CNS preferred (Experience in Clinical Development and/or Medical Communications Agencies may substitute for exceptional candidates)
• Launch experience preferred.
• Motivated and solution oriented with ability to work collaboratively across the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead projects in a matrixed environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including experience presenting to large groups.
• Has full understanding of rules and regulations in pharma, which could have impact for the pharmaceutical industry. Can apply knowledge of guidelines and regulations to Medical Affairs activities.
• Proficiency with computer productivity programs necessary to complete work requirements (e.g., MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of Medical Affairs systems including Veeva and KOL mapping solutions an asset

Competencies

• Accountability for Results - Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
• Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving - Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
• Patient & Customer Centricity - Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
• Impactful Communication - Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
• Respectful Collaboration - Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
• Empowered Development - Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.

Minimum $169,222.00 - Maximum $253,000.00, plus incentive opportunity: The range shown represents a typical pay range or starting pay for individuals who are hired in the role to perform in the United States. Other elements may be used to determine actual pay such as the candidate’s job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in role. Typically, actual pay will be positioned within the established range, rather than at its minimum or maximum. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with states and local laws.

Application Deadline

This will be posted for a minimum of 5 business days.

Company benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits.

Disclaimer

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