Associate Medical Director- Rare Neuro

Servier; Oregon; Remote; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Servier is seeking an Associate Director, Medical Affairs (Rare Neurology) to lead medical strategies for Muscular Dystrophy programs. Reporting to the Vice President of Medical Affairs, Rare Neurology, you will bridge science and strategy across medical, regulatory, clinical, and legal teams to drive launch readiness.

This individual contributor role emphasizes data generation, KOL engagement, and publication review, with 25% travel and remote eligibility.

Qualifications

• Advanced medical or scientific degree (MD, PhD, or PharmD) with 8+ years of Medical Affairs experience.
• Experience in rare neurology or Muscular Dystrophy launches is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, scientific communication, and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual medical planning for Rare Neurology and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Provide therapeutic area expertise to inform strategic and tactical planning.
• Develop and execute global medical education and congress strategies for rare neurology.
• Oversee advisory boards, thought-leader engagement, and external partnerships.
• Support data generation strategies including registries, post-hoc analyses, and RWE/HEOR.
• Review publications and medical communications; contribute to training materials.
• Monitor literature and competitor activity to guide strategy.
• Participate in budget planning and monthly tracking.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

KOL relationships

Medical affairs knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Education

MD/PhD/PharmD

Job description

About Servier

Servier Pharmaceuticals is an independent, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company built to think differently about what long-term impact can look like in healthcare. Launched in 2018 and backed by the strength and stability of the Servier Group, our foundation-governed model gives us the freedom to invest for the future, move with purpose, and stay focused on where patients need us most.

In less than a decade, we have grown from a small U.S. presence into a rapidly expanding, multi-billion-dollar organization with an award-winning culture, six commercial products, and a portfolio strengthened through bold strategic investments and innovation. Our teams are helping advance important new treatment options for patients facing serious diseases with high unmet need, particularly in rare oncology and neurology.

Our ambition is clear: to build a leading U.S. biopharmaceutical company known for scientific excellence, operational strength, and deep commitment to patients. Just as important is how we build it. We are creating a culture that values entrepreneurship, collaboration, accountability, and the belief that individuals at every level can shape the future of the company.

For people who want more than a job - who want the opportunity to build, lead, grow, and make a measurable impact - Servier offers the chance to be part of a company with purpose, momentum, and the ability to help define what comes next for patients and for our industry.

Role Summary

Servier is seeking an Associate Director, Medical Affairs (Associate Medical Director) to join our Rare Neurology team. Reporting to the Vice President of Medical Affairs, Rare Neurology, you will serve as a pivotal scientific lead in developing and executing medical and launch strategies for critical internal programs and external partnerships. This individual contributor role focuses heavily on the Muscular Dystrophy space, where you will drive operational excellence to meet key launch milestones. You will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders in Commercial, Regulatory, Clinical, and Legal to bridge science and strategy. This is a unique opportunity to shape a high-growth therapeutic area and directly impact the lives of patients with rare neurological disorders.

Primary Responsibilities

• Drive annual medical planning for Servier Rare Neurology by working with key stakeholders within medical affairs and across cross functional groups.
• Provide therapeutic area expertise, medical support, and scientific insights to inform cross-functional strategic and tactical planning.
• Contribute to the development and execution of global medical education and congress strategies for rare neurology.
• Develop and oversee tactical initiatives including congresses, symposia, advisory boards, and thought-leader engagement to ensure strategic alignment.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external thought leaders, medical societies, and other external partners to exchange information.
• Participate in advisory boards and medical conferences to gather insights to help inform internal projects and tactics.
• Support the development and execution of the data generation strategy including registries, post-hoc analyses, and RWE/HEOR.
• Collaborate in the review of publications, scientific communication materials, and contribute to the development of internal training materials.
• Support the surveillance of relevant new literature, therapeutic area advancements, and competitor activities to help guide strategy.
• Support budget planning, monthly tracking, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant country laws, regulations, and industry codes of conduct.

Education and Required Skills

• Advanced medical or scientific degree (MD, PhD, or PharmD) with a minimum of 8 + years of Medical Affairs experience in the Pharmaceutical or Biotech industry; prior launch experience in rare neurology or Muscular Dystrophies is highly preferred.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of the U.S. Medical Affairs regulatory environment; proficiency in medical planning and data generation strategies (RWE, HEOR); excellent analytical and scientific/medical presentation skills.
• Strategic mindset with proven track record in product launches Builds and maintains strong, trust-based relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs), Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and internal cross-functional partners
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation abilities; conveys complex scientific data clearly and persuasively to diverse internal and external audiences.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret clinical data, critically evaluate complex situations, and make high-stakes decisions under pressure
• Understanding of, and experience with, the legal, regulatory, and compliance framework applicable to interactions with HCPs, payers, patient advocacy, and other business partners.
• Analyzes complex challenges, interprets scientific and clinical data, and identifies creative, evidence-based solutions.
• Exercises good judgment in ambiguous situations, balancing scientific rigor with practical business considerations.
• Understands the business context and aligns medical affairs activities with broader organizational goals.

Travel and Location

• 25% travel international and domestic
• Remote eligible role

Servier's Commitment

Servier is committed to modeling diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that maintains equitable treatment for all and we welcome applicants who are passionate, committed, and innovative individuals. We encourage candidates to apply to our open roles as we are always willing to consider experiences and skills beyond what is listed in the job description.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Range

The salary range for this role is $175-$200k. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. Employees in this position are also eligible for Short-Term and Long-Term incentive programs. Servier also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, flexible time off (Servier provides unlimited sick time and flex time, and does not accrue time off), 401(k), life and disability insurance, recognition programs among other great benefits (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information on our benefits, please visit this link.