Infectious Diseases Medical Director — Leader (Hybrid)

Asahi Kasei Therapeutics, Inc.; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 240,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Asahi Kasei Therapeutics, Inc. is seeking a Medical Director, Infectious Diseases to lead the medical strategy for our infectious diseases portfolio, focusing initially on HSV infections in immunocompromised patients.

You will guide launch readiness, lifecycle planning, evidence generation, and scientific engagement across Medical Affairs, R&D, and corporate objectives. The role reports to Medical Affairs leadership, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and requires exceptional strategic,

Qualifications

• MD/DO with Infectious Diseases specialty or equivalent with antiviral expertise.
• 8+ years in pharma/biotech industry or 5+ years clinical with industry collaboration.
• Infectious disease expertise with HSV, transplant ID, or immunocompromised populations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives and cross-functional work.
• Strong ethical standards, communication, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual medical strategic plan with Medical Affairs and R&D alignment.
• Shape medical evidence strategy including RWE and IIS studies.
• Advise on clinical development plans, product profiles, and lifecycle management.
• Build partnerships with KOLs, clinicians, patient groups, and payers.
• Act as internal infectious diseases medical adviser to cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to publication plans and data dissemination timelines.
• Collaborate with Medical Communications for science-rich communications.
• Lead advisory boards and medical grant program objectives.

Skills

Infectious disease expertise

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MD/DO with Infectious Diseases

Job description

Asahi Kasei Therapeutics, Inc. is seeking a Medical Director, Infectious Diseases to lead the medical strategy for our infectious diseases portfolio, focusing initially on HSV infections in immunocompromised patients.

You will guide launch readiness, lifecycle planning, evidence generation, and scientific engagement across Medical Affairs, R&D, and corporate objectives. The role reports to Medical Affairs leadership, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and requires exceptional strategic,