Senior Director, Medical Affairs Operations

Vera Therapeutics, Inc.; Brisbane (CA); Remote; USD 250,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Director for Medical Affairs Operations to lead strategic initiatives and operational planning. This pivotal role involves managing vendor relationships, budget oversight, and enhancing processes to improve Medical Affairs activities. With a focus on collaboration and stakeholder engagement, you'll play a key role in shaping the department's growth and ensuring compliance with industry guidelines. If you have a proven track record in Medical Affairs and are passionate about improving treatments for immunological diseases, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a remote position with travel opportunities.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k

Flexible time off

Holidays

Qualifications

• 12+ years in Medical Affairs project management and industry experience.
• Proven leadership with increasing responsibility in operational management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic vision for Medical Affairs.
• Manage vendor relationships and enhance processes for Medical Affairs activities.

Skills

Medical Affairs project management

Vendor management

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Senior Director, Medical Affairs Operations

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Job Overview

Vera Therapeutics (Nasdaq: VERA) is a late-stage biotechnology company focused on developing treatments for serious immunological diseases. Our mission is to advance therapies that target the root causes of immunologic diseases, aiming to change the standard of care for patients. Our lead product candidate, atacicept, is a fully humanized fusion protein administered weekly at home via subcutaneous injection, targeting B-cell Activating Factor (BAFF) and A Proliferation Inducing Ligand (APRIL). We are also developing VT-109, a dual BAFF/APRIL inhibitor, and MAU868, a monoclonal antibody against BK virus. For more information, visit www.veratx.com.

Our values are central to our culture, guiding hiring, collaboration, and our mission to improve medical treatments for immunological diseases.

Position Summary

We seek a highly driven individual to join as Senior Director, Medical Affairs Operations. Reporting to the EVP of Medical Affairs, this role will lead operational planning and execution of Medical Affairs strategies, including budget management, OKRs, and vendor oversight for initiatives like advisory boards and steering committees. The role offers visibility and influence in shaping the department's growth, with regular presentations to leadership. This is a remote position with periodic travel to Brisbane, CA, and conferences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic vision for Medical Affairs in collaboration with leadership.
• Manage vendor relationships, including planning and organizing meetings and working groups.
• Act as liaison among internal teams, external partners, KOLs, and vendors.
• Enhance processes and systems to improve Medical Affairs activities, including grants, congresses, and studies.
• Create and manage annual budgets aligned with strategic goals.
• Monitor financial data, forecast needs, and ensure compliance with policies.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize spending.
• Coordinate with finance for reconciliation and corrective actions.
• Keep leadership informed of progress and changes.
• Adjust operational strategies as needed based on progress and business needs.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develop KPIs and regularly analyze metrics to drive continuous improvement and report to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 12+ years in Medical Affairs project management and industry experience, preferably in nephrology.
• Proven leadership with increasing responsibility in operational management.
• Deep knowledge of medical affairs, external partnerships, vendor management, and industry guidelines (PhRMA, FDA, OIG).
• Experience managing vendor contracts, SOW/MSA, milestones, and budgets.
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Process-driven, adaptable, and collaborative in fast-paced environments.
• Attention to detail, energy, and results-oriented mindset.

Vera Therapeutics is an equal-opportunity employer. The base salary range for this role is $250,000 - $265,000, with potential bonuses and equity. Benefits include health insurance, 401k, flexible time off, and holidays.

Recruiters and staffing agencies must have a formal agreement; unsolicited resumes will not be accepted. Please apply only through our official career page.