Associate Director, Medical Affairs Research — ISS (Remote)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking an Associate Director to oversee Investigator Sponsored Studies (ISS) and research collaboration programs within Medical Affairs. You will lead strategy, optimize processes, and manage daily ISS operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with ICH-GCP and FDA guidelines.

The role requires 8+ years in pharma/biotech with ISS or research management experience, and supervisory exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 8+ years in pharma/biotech with ISS or research management experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and process improvements for Investigator Sponsored Studies (ISS).
• Oversee daily ISS management and coordinate with internal stakeholders.
• Manage budgets, contracting, training, and reporting metrics for ISS programs.
• Lead research award programs and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Project management

Operational problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerBI

ISS request systems

Job description

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking an Associate Director to oversee Investigator Sponsored Studies (ISS) and research collaboration programs within Medical Affairs. You will lead strategy, optimize processes, and manage daily ISS operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with ICH-GCP and FDA guidelines.

The role requires 8+ years in pharma/biotech with ISS or research management experience, and supervisory exposure is preferred.