Medical Affairs Scientific Director 2 (MD)

Gated Talent; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 240,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Medical Affairs Scientific Director 2 to shape medical strategies within Immunology and Infectious Diseases. This remote role involves significant stakeholder relation management, medical guidance, and development of educational content while promoting company innovation. Ideal candidates possess an MD, extensive experience, and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

401(K) match up to 5%

Tuition reimbursement

30% participation in company bonus pool

9 paid holidays per year

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years experience in Immunology and Infectious Diseases.
• Board Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of medical affairs in plasma/pharmaceutical industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support development of medical plans in Immunology and Infectious Diseases.
• Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders.
• Provide education and training to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Results-driven

Education

MD with Board Certification

Job description

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Position Purpose:

Support the development of scientifically-sound medical plans in Immunology- and Infectious Disease-related therapeutic areas. Develop and lead Medical Affairs initiatives and strategies aligned with the global and US medical plan to support innovation and company goals. Provide medical guidance and consultation to internal stakeholders and educate external customers in therapeutic areas of interest and in support of Grifols existing products and innovation portfolio. Build and/or maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and gather insights to inform company strategy and innovation portfolio.

*Opportunity isremotewith occasional travel

Major Tasks of Position:

1. Serve as the therapy area expert for internal and external stakeholders. Provides expert clinical and scientific support to internal teams in the Scientific Innovation Office and commercial functions.

2. Support development of global and US medical affairs plans in alignment with business objectives. Contribute to commercial strategic planning globally and in the US.

3. Build/maintain relationships with scientific thought leaders in Immunology and Infectious Diseases and related indications

4. Provide product and disease-specific education and training to internal stakeholders and external customers

5. Participate in and/or facilitate advisory boards, speaker training meetings, symposia, webinars, standalone meetings, etc

6. Review promotional materials and medical information letters to ensure medical accuracy

7. Contribute to the development and execution of publication plans and strategies

8. Review investigator initiated research concepts and proposals and make funding recommendations

9. Serve as a company ambassador during engagements with external patient advocacy organizations

10. Provides strategic input for business development plans and provide scientific/medical review for BD opportunities

11. Attends global and national medical conferences and report key findings and insights to internal stakeholders

12. Partner with patient advocacy, regulatory, HEOR, and market access to support US and global needs

Qualifications/Skills/Education

+ MD with at least 12 years experience in Immunology and Infectious Diseases, Board Certification preferred, prior academic position preferred

+ Knowledge of medical affairs within plasma/pharmaceutical industry experience preferred

+ Advanced analytical and strategic thinking skills

+ Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills

+ Excellent relationship building skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

+ Results-driven and committed to excellence in the achievement of objectives

+ Willingness to travel within the US and globally to attend internal and external events/conferences (15-20%)

+ Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements. Example: If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.

Pay Scale:

The estimated pay scale for the Medical Affairs Scientific Director 2 role based in the United States (non-California), is $240,000.00 – $330,000.00 per year/per hour. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in 30% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 9 paid Holidays per year, up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909, Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years, and you can grow with us!

For Washington State:

Currently, the first year PTO accrual for this role is 160 hours per year. Then, after completion of 365 days of employment the PTO accrual for this role will increase to 180 hours per year.

For California:

The estimated pay scale for the Medical Affairs Scientific Director 2 role based in California, is $250,000.00- $340,000.00 per year.

Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Occasionally walks and stands. Occasionally bends and twists neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25lbs. Frequently drives to site locations with occasional travel within the United States. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences. Interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Must work with diverse groups to obtain consensus on issues.

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Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.

Learn more about Grifols (https://www.grifols.com/en/what-we-do)

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