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Dyne Tx lists this Senior Director, Medical Affairs Learning & Development opportunity in waltham, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Our commitment to people with neuromuscular diseases
is our greatest strength
Senior Director, Medical Affairs Learning & Development
Department: 4000US - Medical Affairs - US
Location: Waltham, MA
Company Overview
Dyne Therapeutics is focused on delivering functional improvement for people living with genetically driven neuromuscular diseases. We are developing therapeutics that target muscle and the central nervous system (CNS) to address the root cause of disease. The company is advancing clinical programs for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) as well as preclinical programs for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), Pompe disease and multiple DMD mutations. At Dyne, we are on a mission to deliver functional improvement for individuals, families and communities. Learn more at , and follow us onX ,LinkedIn andFacebook .
Role Summary
The Senior Director, Medical Affairs Learning & Development defines and executes Dyne’s Medical Affairs learning and capability -building strategy as the organization advances toward commercialization and launch readiness. This role leads the development of integrated training programs that equip Medical Affairs teams to communicate complex science clearly , engage credibly with healthcare professionals and key opinion leaders, and execute Dyne’s medical strategy in a compliant , consistent, and impactful manner.
The Senior Director partners closely with Medical Affairs leadership , Clinical Development, , Commercial, Legal, Compliance, Quality, and Learning & Development to build scalable training frameworks, curricula, digital learning solutions, and capability programs that support onboarding, launch readiness, and ongoing professional development. This leader ensures Medical Affairs colleagues have the scientific, clinical, disease‑state, compliance, communication, and customer engagement capabilities needed to advance Dyne’s mission and support patients, care partners, healthcare professionals , and healthcare systems.
This role is based in Waltham, MA.
Primary Responsibilities Include
Medical Affairs Training Strategy & Leadership
Develop and execute Dyne’s Medical Affairs training vision, strategy, and multi‑year capability roadmap
Build scalable training frameworks that support organizational growth, launch readiness, field excellence, and evolving Medical Affairs priorities
Partner with Medical Affairs leadership to assess current and future capability needs across medical affairs with a priority of field medical team , Serve as the strategic advisor on adult learning methodologies, scientific education, and field medical capability development
Establish governance, standards, and best practices for Medical Affairs learning , certification, and capability development
Medical Field Excellence & MSL Development
Design and implement programs that strengthen field medical excellence, strategic account engagement, insight generation, and customer interaction capabilities
Create assessment and certification approaches that promote consistency, quality, and confidence across Medical Affairs interactions
Implement coaching, reinforcement, and development frameworks that support sustained field effectiveness
Support Medical Affairs leadership in establishing competency models and career development pathways
Leverage field insights and performance observations to inform training priorities and continuous improvement opportunities
Curriculum Development & Content Management
Lead the design, deployment, and continuous improvement of Medical Affairs curricula across foundational, role‑based, launch, and advanced learning needs
Develop onboarding programs that enable new Medical Affairs colleagues to build scientific acumen and verbal fluency, understand Dyne’s ways of working, and reach role readiness quickly
Create and maintain disease‑state, clinical, scientific, product, competitive intelligence, and healthcare ecosystem training programs
Develop scientific communication, presentation skills, moderation skills, and compliant medical exchange training that supports high‑quality external engagement
Partner with cross‑functional subject matter experts to ensure learning content remains accurate, current, compliant, and aligned with business priorities
Ensure training reflects current clinical data, publications, regulatory developments, competitive context, and Medical Affairs priorities
Launch Readiness & Scientific Capability Building
Lead Medical Affairs launch training strategy and execution for current and future product launches
Develop launch certification programs that define and measure scientific, compliance, and customer‑facing readiness standards
Build training programs that enhance scientific storytelling, evidence communication, medical education delivery, and healthcare professional engagement
Prepare Medical Affairs teams to support advisory boards, congress activities, investigator interactions, publications, and medical education initiatives with scientific credibility and compliance excellence
Partner with Medical Affairs leadership to develop advanced learning pathways for high‑potential talent and future leaders
Compliance, Quality & Operational Excellence
Ensure Medical Affairs training programs comply with applicable regulatory requirements, company policies, industry standards, and internal compliance expectations
Partner with Compliance, Legal, Regulatory Affairs, and Quality Assurance to ensure appropriate governance and documentation of training activities
Oversee learning technologies, training systems, vendors, and external educational partners
Establish learning metrics, dashboards, and measurement frameworks to evaluate capability growth, learner experience, and business impact
Drive continuous improvement through learner feedback, training analytics, competency assessments, and performance outcomes
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with Commercial Training, Learning & Development, Compliance, Medical Affairs, and Clinical Development teams to maximize organizational learning effectiveness
Align Medical Affairs capability development with broader organizational priorities, enterprise learning strategies, and launch readiness efforts
Support enterprise‑wide education and capability initiatives where scientific, medical, or launch expertise is required
Foster a culture of continuous learning, development, and scientific excellence across Medical Affairs
Education and Skills Requirements
Advanced scientific or healthcare degree required ; PharmD, PhD, MD, DO, DNP, PA, NP, or equivalent preferred
15+ years of progressive experience in biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare organizations
Significant experience in Medical Affairs, field medical leadership, Medical Education, training, learning and development, or related functions
Demonstrated success designing , implementing , and measuring Medical Affairs or field medical training programs
Experience supporting product launches and launch readiness initiatives in a regulated biopharmaceutical environment
Strong understanding of Medical Affairs functions, including scientific exchange, medical communications, publications, congress strategy, advisory boards, insight generation, and field medical activities
Experience developing and facilitating scientific, clinical, and disease‑state educational content
Deep understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design , capability building , change management, and learning measurement
Strong knowledge of regulatory, compliance, and ethical requirements governing Medical Affairs activities
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders , align stakeholders, and build effective cross‑functional partnerships in a matrixed environment
Exceptional communication, facilitation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Strong project management and vendor management experience
Experience using learning management systems, digital learning platforms, training analytics , and learner feedback to improve program effectiveness
Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and build high‑performing organizations
Self‑starter who thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced biotechnology environment
Passion for improving outcomes for patients living with rare and genetically driven diseases
Ability to travel up to 30%
MA Pay Range $245,000 — $270,000 USD
The pay range reflects the base pay range Dyne reasonably expects to pay for this role at the time of posting. Individual compensation depends on factors such as education, experience, job-related knowledge, and demonstrated skills.
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principles functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance workload.
Dyne Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Worksite address
waltham, MA, 02254, US
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