Associate Director, US Medical Research & Strategy

Daiichi Sankyo Co.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

Daiichi Sankyo is seeking an Associate Director, US Medical Research & Strategy to drive medical strategy for launches and approved products. The role partners with US Medical Affairs Oncology and cross-functional teams to assure aligned planning, execution, tracking, and reporting of activities within the Medical Affairs strategy.

Ideal candidates have substantial medical affairs leadership experience, advanced degrees, and a track record of program governance, stakeholder management, and

Qualifications

• BS degree required; Master’s degree preferred; PhD or PharmD with pharma experience preferred.
• 7+ years overall related experience.
• 4+ years in medical affairs with strategic responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with US Medical Affairs Oncology to develop product-specific Medical Strategy and objectives.
• Maintain a detailed project plan aligned with the Medical Strategy and Objectives.
• Define governance, cadence, decision procedures, and communications.
• Monitor progress and report risks and issues to the plan.
• Manage budgets and vendor activities with regular financial reporting.
• Build decks, dashboards, and project communications for Medical Affairs.
• Assist advisory board efforts and coordinate with agencies as needed.
• Collaborate with Alliance counterparts when applicable.

Education

BS degree

Masters degree preferred

PhD or PharmD preferred

Job description

Associate Director, US Medical Research & Strategy

At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.

Job Summary

The Associate Director will provide program management support across all the Medical Affairs functions that are working on a launch, approved products or earlier assets to assure consistent planning, execution, tracking and reporting of activities in accordance with Medical Affairs strategy and objectives. This includes assuring appropriate planning, execution, tracking and reporting activities with cross-functional partners and if applicable, Alliance counterparts.

Responsibilities

• Partners with US Medical Affairs Oncology and stakeholders in Daiichi Sankyo to manage the creation of the product specific Medical Strategy and Objectives
• Collaborates with all Medical Affairs functional owners to define and maintain a detailed project plan in alignment with overall Medical Strategy and Objectives
• In conjunction with Medical Affairs leadership defines and implements operational and working standards in support of the product, including governance, meeting cadance, decision making procedures and communication
• Closely monitors and provides regular reports on the progress of Medical Affairs activities; identifies risks and issues to the overall strategic and tactical plan
• Manages budgets and vendor/agency activities as needed and provides regular reporting on budget and financial metrics Aligns Medical Affairs activities with the overall Tumor Strategy and/or Brand Management plan including cross-functional deliverables jointly owned by departments such as Marketing and Market Access
• Builds slide decks, dashboards, and Medical Affairs project communications
• Assist in advisory board preparations, management of projects with agencies, and key operational initiatives requiring planning and follow up. Defines meeting agendas, facilitates meetings, and issues meeting minutes
• Manages budgets and provides regular reports on budget and financial metrics as required
• When applicable works with an Alliance counterpart to assure effective collaboration across both organizations

Qualifications

Education Qualifications

• BS Degree required with Master's Degree preferred. A PhD or PharmD with appropriate relevant pharmaceutical experience preferred

Experience Qualifications

• 7 or more years overall related experience or commensurate education/experience required
• 4 or more years relevant medical affairs experience with strategic experience

Travel Requirements

• Some travel may be required.

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary Range:

USD$162,400.00 - USD$243,600.00

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