Global Oncology Medical Affairs Director

Verastem Oncology; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Equity compensation

Benefits package

Job summary

Verastem Oncology is seeking a Medical Director to define and execute the Medical Affairs strategy and lead the Medical Affairs organization across Strategy and Operations, Field Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Evidence Generation and HEOR, and Patient Advocacy.

The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of leadership in Medical Affairs/Clinical Development in biopharma, with successful oncology launches in the U.S.

Qualifications

• MD (or equivalent medical degree) required; fellowship or subspecialty training in Oncology strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of leadership experience across Medical Affairs and/or Clinical Development within the biopharmaceutical industry, including significant executive leadership responsibilities.
• Significant Medical Affairs experience, including demonstrated success leading Medical Affairs strategy and execution for multiple oncology product launches in the U.S.; global launch experience is preferred, and proven ability to build and lead high‑performing global Medical Affairs organizations and influence cross‑functional executive decision‑making.
• Deep expertise in oncology drug development, lifecycle management, evidence generation, and external scientific engagement.
• Experience supporting oral oncology therapies is preferred.
• Exceptional strategic leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to represent the organization externally among scientific, clinical, regulatory, and industry leaders.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the global Medical Affairs vision and strategy to support successful commercialization of approved products and advance the development pipeline.
• Provide executive leadership for the Medical Affairs organization, including Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs), Medical Communications, Publications, Medical Education, and Medical Information, ensuring organizational excellence and strategic alignment.
• Serve as the senior medical leader and strategic advisor to executive leadership and cross‑functional partners, providing clinical and scientific guidance across Commercial, Market Access, Regulatory Affairs, Research & Development, Manufacturing, Legal, and Corporate Strategy.
• Build, strengthen, and oversee strategic relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), clinical investigators, scientific advisors, patient advocacy organizations, and professional societies to shape scientific strategy and advance the company’s medical objectives.
• Lead the development and execution of the company’s external scientific engagement strategy, including the development and execution of medical advisory boards, investigator meetings, medical congresses, scientific exchange, and executive‑level presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Partner with Commercial leadership to ensure the development of scientifically accurate, compliant, and impactful medical education, field training, and promotional support materials that enhance product understanding and appropriate use.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Medical affairs leadership

Oncology knowledge

Publications & science communication

Education

MD or equivalent medical degree

Oncology fellowship or subspecialty

Job description

Verastem Oncology is seeking a Medical Director to define and execute the Medical Affairs strategy and lead the Medical Affairs organization across Strategy and Operations, Field Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Evidence Generation and HEOR, and Patient Advocacy.

The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of leadership in Medical Affairs/Clinical Development in biopharma, with successful oncology launches in the U.S.