Rheumatology (Senior) Medical Director – Medical Affairs at Sobi

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jul, 26

Salary

290000.0

Posted On

20 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical affairs, Rheumatology, Strategic leadership, HCP engagement, Clinical data, Evidence generation, HEOR, Regulatory compliance, Scientific communication, Cross-functional collaboration, Team leadership, Project management, Medical strategy, Product launch, Stakeholder management

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Sobi encourages you to change that statistic and apply. Rarely do candidates meet 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application! At Sobi, each person brings their unique talents to work as a team and make a difference. We are dedicated to developing and delivering innovative therapies to improve the lives of people who live with a rare disease. Our edge comes from our team of people and our commitment to patients. Our mission and culture at Sobi North America get us excited to come to work every day, but here are a few more reasons to join our team: Competitive compensation for your work Generous time off policy Opportunity to broaden your horizons by attending popular conferences Emphasis on work/life balance Collaborative and team-oriented environment Making a positive impact to help ultra-rare disease patients who are in need of life saving treatments Job Description The (Senior) Medical Director supports the medical business goals and objectives of one of Sobi’s rheumatology products providing strategic leadership and tactical execution. Essential Responsibilities/Scope of the Job: Including, but not limited to the following The Medical Director, US Rheumatology Medical Affairs will provide strategic and scientific medical affairs leadership for a Rheumatology product in development. The Medical Director will help develop and implement US medical strategy, tactical and HCP engagement plans for and HCP engagement plans and may support a US launch. S/he will partner with field medical, to engage and educate health care providers (HCPs), medical organizations, payers and patient advocacy groups. He/she will represent the overall Medical Science organization on cross functional initiatives as required. The successful candidate will need strong knowledge of the pharmaceutical and biotech industry, communication, analytical skills and ability to develop effective cross-functional relationships in a high-paced environment. Major Responsibilities: Provide strategic and scientific medical leadership for rheumatology product in development. Become a disease state and product expert, providing feedback and insights to medical affairs deliverables, and cross-functional partners including the design and implementation of Medical Affairs plans Work closely with medical field team to develop/enhance KOL and key institution engagement plans and participate in KOL engagement and development establishing Sobi Inc as a scientific partner of choice. Help plan and execute advisory boards and educational activities (webinars, medical roundtables, symposium, congress presence) Partner with field medical team to identify key resource needs and collaborate on development of field materials and tactics. Additionally, partner with the team to establish a medical training plan and provide training/education to cross-functional partners. Develop US evidence generation strategy to address stakeholder (HCPs, payers and patients) needs (including product differentiation, health outcomes) collaborating with HEOR and global partners. Oversee any medical affairs led research initiatives including US Phase IV clinical programs, Investigator Initiated Study strategy, and post-hoc analyses, to address US needs. Partner with scientific communications to inform timely communication of key scientific data and incorporation into field materials Collate medical insights, partnering with the field team, and share the internally. Analyze insights for adjustment to strategy and tactics Develop and foster strong collaborative relationships with internal partners including Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Operations, Market Access, Medical Information, Pharmacovigilance Sales and Marketing providing medical insight and product/disease state expertise to meet business objectives. Support the market access team as needed with medical expertise and in discussions/presentations to payers Collaborate closely with global medical and clinical colleagues, ensuring US perspective and insights are incorporated into global initiatives Interacts with Key Opinion Leaders, Regulatory Authorities, and other external agencies in support of our products/ therapeutic areas of interest to advance company objectives Qualifications This role can be at the Senior Medical Director or Medical Director level depending on the candidates prior experience Advanced degree (MD, PharmD, or PhD) in life sciences 6 or more years of pharmaceutical / biotech in Medical Affairs, preferably as a Medical Director Previous experience in rheumatology, and prior launch experience preferred Excellent communication and presentation skills required, including ability to understand and articulate complicated scientific concepts Experience identifying and developing solutions to data gaps as well as developing, presenting, and publishing clinical data. Excellent partnering ability, including ability to effectively work with customers and colleagues, and ability to work effectively in a cross functional team environment; ability to work with people at all levels Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills; able to inspire others by fostering a positive climate Working knowledge of US-specific legal, regulatory and compliance regulations and guidelines Strong Scientific and clinical acumen as well as strategic and analytical abilities Drive for results with urgency, solution-orientation, innovation Enthusiasm and passion for work, kindness and empathy Patient focus a must! *Up to 25% travel primarily domestic This location is based in Waltham, MA but can be remote Additional Information Compensation and Total Rewards at Sobi At Sobi, we are dedicated to providing our employees with a comprehensive and industry-competitive total rewards package. Our compensation philosophy is designed to recognize and reward talent, ensuring that your contributions are valued and reflected in your overall rewards. Your total compensation at Sobi goes beyond just your base salary and annual bonus. It also includes a robust suite of benefits, such as: A competitive 401(k) match to support your financial future. Tuition and wellness reimbursements to invest in your personal and professional growth. A comprehensive medical, dental, and vision package to prioritize your health and well-being. Additional recognition awards to celebrate your achievements. The base salary range for this role is $224,000-$290,000. Each individual offer will be determined based on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, and location. Additionally, this role is eligible for both short-term and long-term bonuses, as outlined in the plan details. All Sobi employees need to demonstrate behaviors in line with Sobi's core values: Care, Ambition, Urgency, Ownership and Partnership. Are you ready to be on the Sobi team? Come join a culture that empowers every person to be the person that makes a difference for rare disease. Why Join Us? We are a global company with over 1,900 employees in more than 30 countries and are committed to the societies where we operate. With a deeply skilled management team directing our day-to-day wins, and a Board with a stellar track record, we’re ready to take on the world’s diseases, ailments and adversity. Our people believe they have the power to make a positive impact in others’ lives because that’s exactly what we do here. If you’re seeking a career that taps into your talents in a way that makes the world a better, healthier place, we just may have a job for you. We know our employees are our most valuable asset, and our culture conveys that. We offer a competitive benefits package, to support the health and happiness of our staff. Sobi Culture At Sobi, we refuse to accept the status quo. This is because we have witnessed first-hand the challenges facing those affected by rare diseases, and have used this knowledge to shape our business to find new ways of helping them. As a specialized biopharmaceutical company, we are dedicated to rare diseases. And we see this focus as a strength. By effectively turning our research into ground-breaking treatments, we help make medicine more accessible and open up more possibilities for patients and more opportunities for those caring for them. This has been our approach since day one, but we know we can’t change the world of rare diseases on our own. Accomplishing this requires strong partnerships with patients, partners and stakeholders across the entire value chain. Together, we define how our business can create solutions that serve the needs of those affected by rare diseases while facilitating sustainable growth. An Equal Opportunity Employer Sobi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Sobi are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status or protected groups by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. 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Responsibilities

The Medical Director provides strategic and scientific leadership for rheumatology products, overseeing medical strategy, HCP engagement, and evidence generation. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development and launch while managing medical affairs deliverables.