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TEEMA lists this Medical Director- US Affairs- Alzheimer’s Disease opportunity in blythewood, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Title : Medical Director- US Affairs- Alzheimer’s Disease
Job ID: 90476
Location: Blythewood, South Carolina
Overview :
We are recruiting on behalf of a pharmaceutical client to fill aMedical Director, US Medical Affairs role — a strategic medical leadership role for the Alzheimer’s Disease therapeutic area. This is a high-visibility seat responsible for shaping medical affairs strategy, real-world evidence generation, and scientific communication across the disease state, with direct influence over lifecycle strategy and the company’s reputation among key external stakeholders. If you bring deep medical/scientific expertise in a complex therapeutic area and know how to translate that expertise into strategic input, cross-functional leadership, and trusted external relationships — this role was built for you.
What you will be doing:
Real-World Evidence & Data Generation
Oversee the planning and execution of real-world evidence and data generation activities for the Alzheimer’s Disease portfolio
Plan and implement real-world studies for assigned products, including strategic development and ongoing oversight
Incorporate insights from scientific trends and the treatment landscape by participating in external events and activities
Medical Affairs Strategy & Planning
Contribute to the Medical Affairs Plan and provide ongoing training and mentoring to associate directors
Contribute to the development of medical strategy for major products and/or indications, providing critical medical input into lifecycle management strategies
Work with key internal stakeholders to support development and communication of medical plans for the therapeutic area and track progress for reporting
Medical Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as a medical leader and subject matter expert for relevant external (HCPs, strategic alliances) and internal stakeholdersServe as a medical expert providing direction for assigned products on key internal business processes, including active participation in relevant medical review committee
Liaise with external stakeholders to solicit feedback and strengthen the company’s medical reputation in the disease state community
Medical & Scientific Content Approval
Seek all relevant approvals of medical and scientific content for assigned therapeutic areas
Approve medical and scientific content of all relevant materials and communications
Operational & Talent Leadership
Direct and manage financial planning/forecasting and budget management, vendor management, and timeline development and tracking, and assess resource needs for respective programs
Manage talent within own area in terms of goal setting, performance management, development, and engagement
What you must have:
Advanced degree in sciences (Ph.D., PharmD, or MD) or related field with 8+ years of experience in the pharma/biotech industry
Preferred experience in the therapeutic area, including in an in-house Medical Affairs role in a strategic decision-making capacity
Practical knowledge of FDA regulations/ICH guidelines regarding clinical studies in the relevant therapeutic area
Substantial experience across areas of Medical Affairs functions in the therapeutic area is preferred
Past leadership experience with management responsibilities (budgets, resources, vendors, etc.) for cross-functional teams at a country/large-region level
Core skills: Communication & Cross-Functional Influence, Critical Thinking & Business Agility, Healthcare Environment Dynamics, MA Strategic Thinking, Mentoring/People Development, Resource Planning & Management, Technical Breadth (Medical Affairs)
Salary/Rate Range : $217,000 – $280,000 base salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus 25% annual bonus target and $30,000 long-term incentive (LTI).
Other Information:
Benefits
Medical and dental insurance
Vision insurance with prescription drug coverage
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid vacation time
Sick days
Holiday pay
Annual bonus and long-term incentive (LTI) for eligible roles
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Worksite address
blythewood, SC, 29016, US
Who can apply
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