Global Medical Scientist - Job ID: 2060

Ascendis Pharma A/S

Princeton (NJ)

Hybrid

USD 190,000 - 205,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability benefits

Pet Insurance and Legal Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

Health Saving Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Incentive compensation plans

Paid leave benefits for new parents

Job summary

Ascendis Pharma is a dynamic biopharmaceutical company seeking a Medical Scientist to serve as SME on product-related clinical data, disease state insights, and emerging trends. You will help shape global medical strategy and lead execution of selected tactics within Global Medical Affairs.

The role requires MD/PhD/PharmD or equivalent, 5+ years in pharma (Medical Affairs preferred), and strong ability to interpret clinical data.

Qualifications

MD, PhD, PharmD or equivalent degree.
5+ years in pharma industry, preferably within Medical Affairs.
Strong ability to interpret and articulate clinical data.
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of compliant medical affairs practices.
Biotech/pharmaceutical industry experience from local and global roles, with understanding of drug development and Medical Affairs.

Responsibilities

Define medical narrative and strategic imperatives and outline a roadmap for delivery across Ascendis Pharma portfolio.
Leverage medical expertise to ensure relevance and rigor of medical strategy.
Develop an integrated plan for generating evidence (real-world data, observational studies, phase IV, etc.).
Filter and communicate insights on disease areas, landscape, and unmet needs.
Maintain knowledge of literature and landscape trends within therapeutic areas.
Support medical education strategy and country readiness.
Support congress activities and symposia.
Cultivate relationships with thought leaders and centers in rare endocrinology.
Share insights with healthcare professionals through meetings and conferences.
Plan and execute advisory boards and KOL meetings.
Provide expert medical input to support reimbursement and regulatory activities.
Ensure compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with country medical teams aligning with global strategy.

Skills

5+ years pharma industry

Interpret clinical data

Cross-functional collaboration

Exceptional communication

Travel readiness 20%

Education

MD, PhD, PharmD or equivalent

Job description

Ascendis Pharma is a dynamic, fast-growing global biopharmaceutical company with locations in Denmark, Europe, and the United States. Today, we're advancing programs in Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology.

Here at Ascendis, we pride ourselves on exceptional science, visionary leadership, and skilled and passionate colleagues.

Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we use our TransCon® drug development platform to fulfill our mission of developing new and potentially best-in-class therapies to address unmet medical needs.

Our culture fosters a place where skilled, adaptable, and highly resourceful professionals can truly make their mark. We offer a dynamic workplace for employees to grow and develop their skills.

The Medical Scientist, Medical Office, Global Medical Affairs, will function as a subject matter expert (SME) on Ascendis Pharma’s product-related clinical data, as well as disease state, treatment landscape, and new and emerging trends within current therapeutic areas. The Medical Scientist will support the development of global medical strategy and tactics. The Medical Scientist will also lead execution of selected global tactics.

The Medical Scientist should have a strong background and experience in pharmaceutical industry, medical affairs, endocrinology and/or rare diseases. This individual will work as an integral member of Global Medical Affairs and collaborate closely with team members from Clinical Development, Global Commercial & Market Access, and local medical teams.

The Medical Scientist will establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders (e.g. key opinion leaders (KOLs), patient advocacy groups, and medical societies) aligned with Ascendis Pharma’s current and future therapeutic areas.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Global Medical Office team in defining medical narrative and strategic imperatives, and outlining a roadmap for successful delivery of the imperatives across the Ascendis Pharma portfolio of products
Leverage medical expertise and hands‑on clinical experience to ensure relevance and rigor of the medical strategy
Contribute to the development of an integrated plan for generating evidence e.g. real-world evidence, observational studies, phase IV studies, etc.) to address unmet medical needs, evidence gaps, and anticipated competitive advantages
Filter and communicate key insights on disease areas, competitive landscape, and unmet medical needs
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant science, applicable literature, disease state information, and landscape trends within aligned therapeutic areas.
Support the medical education strategy to amplify key medical messaging and enhance country readiness
Support congress activities, including symposia
Cultivate relationships with thought leaders in medicine, rising stars, and reference centers in rare endocrinology
Share scientific and medical insights with healthcare professionals through 1:1 meetings and conferences
Contribute to the planning and execution of advisory boards and other key KOL meetings (speaker bureau, preceptorship)
Provide expert medical input to support reimbursement and policy‑related activities
Ensure full compliance with internal SOPs and global regulatory requirements
Work closely with & support the country medical teams, ensuring alignment with & execution in line with global medical strategy

MD, PhD, PharmD or equivalent degree
5+ years in pharma industry, preferably within Medical Affairs
A strong ability to interpret and articulate clinical data
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of compliant medical affairs practices
Biotech / pharmaceutical industry experience from both local and global roles, with understanding of drug development and Medical Affairs function
Experience working in a cross-functional matrix with many internal stakeholders and building trusted partnerships.
Translate high-level business needs and objectives into actionable plans.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and communicate across all levels within the company.
Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
In-depth understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, R&D and Commercial activities.
Ability to travel internationally to conferences and meetings, which will include occasional weekend travel.
Ability to travel up to 20%

The estimated salary range for this position is $190k - $205k. Actual salary determination is dependent on a variety of factors some of which include: experience, qualifications, and geographic location. This position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus or an incentive compensation plan (eligibility varies based on role and position level), discretionary stock‑based long‑term incentives, paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package.