Director, Medical Strategy

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 230,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biopharmaceuticals is seeking a Director for Medical Strategy. This key role involves driving Medical Affairs strategy, leading cross-functional teams, and managing high-performing professionals in the oncology field. The position may be fully remote and requires occasional travel for key meetings.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Medical Affairs in biopharmaceuticals, preferably oncology.
• Deep understanding of the US healthcare system and oncology landscape.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive development of Medical Affairs Strategy for OJEMDATM.
• Lead advisory board strategy and content development.
• Synthesize insights from field teams and congresses.

Skills

Leadership

Scientific communication

KOL engagement

Collaboration

Strategic development

Education

Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD)

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DIRECTOR, MEDICAL STRATEGY

At Day One, we are focused on advancing first- or best-in-class medicines for childhood and adult diseases with equal intensity. We were founded to address the lack of new therapies resulting from the traditional drug development model, that has left children with cancer and their families waiting too long for new, life-changing treatments. Our aim is to accelerate better, targeted treatments so patients of any age can look forward from ‘day one’ to the future they’ve envisioned.

Position Summary

The Director, Medical Strategy will be a key leader within the Medical Affairs team, responsible for driving the strategic development and execution of core Medical Affairs deliverables supporting the development and commercialization of OJEMDATM. This individual will lead core Medical Affairs initiatives and deliverables aligned with the overarching Medical Affairs strategy. This leader will also sit on the OJEMDATM brand team, serving as a key liaison across functions to ensure alignment on core deliverables and contribute to brand planning. This position reports to the Vice President, Medical Affairs.

This position has the potential to be fully remote. Travel will be required (up to 20-30%) for medical conferences and in-person meetings.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Drive development of Medical Affairs Strategy for OJEMDATM in collaboration with VP, Medical Affairs.
• Represent Medical Affairs on the OJEMDATM brand team, provide leadership on cross-functional brand strategy deliverables, and bring the Medical Affairs perspective to commercial strategies and tactics.
• Lead the development, implementation and maintenance of the scientific communication platform and aspirational narrative for OJEMDATM, and ensure strategic cross-functional alignment on data interpretation and external communication approach for evidence generation activities.
• Oversee development of all externally facing scientific exchange materials, including Medical Information standard response letters (SRLs), frequently asked question documents (FAQs), and medical science liaison (MSL) materials, in alignment with core scientific messaging.
• Develop and execute cross-functional KOL engagement plans and insights gathering to inform brand and evidence strategies.
• Lead advisory board strategy, content development, and serve as a presenter to gather critical insights and inform strategy.
• Synthesize and report insights from field teams, advisory boards, and congresses to inform strategy.
• Oversee congress strategy, including planning, content development, and representation at key scientific meetings.
• Oversee training of MSLs on all scientific exchange materials.
• Address escalation of Medical Legal Regulatory review
• Manage, mentor, and develop Medical Affairs team members, fostering a culture of high performance and collaboration.
• Ensure all activities comply with regulatory, legal, and ethical standards.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends in oncology, competitive intelligence, and evolving stakeholder needs.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD) in a scientific or medical discipline required.
• Minimum of 10+ years of Medical Affairs or related experience within the biopharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years in oncology.
• Demonstrated leadership in Medical Affairs strategy, including launch experience in oncology (strongly preferred).
• Proven track record in scientific communications, evidence generation strategy, and KOL engagement.
• Proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.
• Deep understanding of the US healthcare system, oncology landscape, and regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and lead cross-functionally, building strong partnerships across Commercial, Clinical, Regulatory, and other key functions.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of medical content development, congress planning, and advisory board execution.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

INTERVIEW INTEGRITY

At Day One, we expect each candidate to engage authentically, representing their true qualifications and experiences. As part of our screening process, we will conduct several interviews and background verification. This ensures candidates have the skills they claim and align with our values. We are excited to learn more about you and to create a genuine experience for everyone.

Compensation And Benefits

The salary range for this position is $230,000 - $250,000. Day One considers a range of factors when determining base compensation. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary.

Please visit https://www.dayonebio.com/benefits to see our competitive benefits.

DISCLAIMER

Day One Biopharmaceuticals is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Employment is conditioned upon full vaccination from the COVID-19 virus, including submission of documented proof thereof, as of the start date. Day One Biopharmaceuticals will comply with applicable law regarding the reasonable accommodation of individuals who are not vaccinated because of a disability and/or a sincerely held religious belief.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any applicant work visas at this time.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies:

Day One Biopharmaceuticals does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Day One Biopharmaceuticals or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by Day One Biopharmaceutical’s internal HR team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Day One Biopharmaceuticals, and Day One Biopharmaceuticals will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.