Medical Director, Global Medical Affairs, Nephrology

Department:107200 Medical AffairsLocation:San Diego, USA- RemoteBe a part of a global team that is inspired to make a difference in the lives of people living with rare disease.At Travere Therapeutics, we recognize that our exceptional employees are vital to our success. We are a dedicated team focused on meeting the unique needs of rare patients. Our work is rewarding – both professionally and personally – because we are making a difference. We are passionate about what we do.We are seeking talented individuals who will thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment and share in our mission – to identify, develop and deliver life-changing therapies to people living with rare disease. We stick by our values centered on patients, courage, community, and collaboration to pursue our vision of becoming a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the delivery of innovation and hope to patients in the global rare disease community.At Travere Therapeutics, we are in rare for life. We continue to courageously forge new paths as we move toward a common goal of elevating science and service for rare patients.Position Summary:The Medical Director, Global Medical Affairs, Nephrology will provide strategic and tactical support for our nephrology programs under the supervision of the Executive Director, Global Medical Affairs, Nephrology. The ideal candidate will have clinical experience in nephrology and a proven track record of Medical Affairs success in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry. This candidate will thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced team environment, be well-organized and able to develop project strategies and execute project details. The candidate must demonstrate strong scientific acumen and must be proficient and agile communicator of scientific concepts and data.Responsibilities:Execution of Sparsentan medical affairs tactics including but not limited to:Leading interactions and collaboration with external expertsDevelopment and delivery of scientific engagement activities including advisory boardsSupport of medical led scientific meetings e.g RKD Scientific SummitCollaboration with scientific communication team to support scientific messaging and scientific content including:Publication planningMedical education activitiesCongress PlanningCollaboration with field medical partners to support:External expert interactionsEvidence generation activitiesTeam training needs to ensure alignment with current medical strategy and ensure team are up to date with emerging evidenceLead Medical Affairs competitive intelligence activities, assess the implications of emerging data and changes in the treatment landscape, and communicate actionable recommendations to relevant stakeholders.Represent Medical Affairs at Medical Review Committee & Promotional Review Committee to ensure key documentation is scientifically accurate.Support Executive Medical Director with commercial and payor related activities.Support Executive Medical Director with annual Medical Strategic planning and life cycle management plans.Partner with Strategy & Operations to ensure implemented processes and systems are effective for the Nephrology Therapeutic Area.Drive corporate efficiency through effective vendor and budget management.Additional duties assigned as needed.Education/Experience Requirements: MD, MD/PhD, or PharmD/PhD in related Life Sciences discipline. Equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience may be considered.6+ years of highly relevant work experience required. Experience within Medical Affairs in biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry, including experience supporting products in clinical development and/or commercialization preferred.Strong understanding of drug development and commercialization concepts. Orphan diseases knowledge/experience preferred.Pre & Post Launch experience in rare preferred.Additional Skills/Experience: The ideal candidate will embody Travere’s core values: Courage, Community Spirit, Patient Focus and Teamwork.Demonstrated ability to influence important customers, challenge common perceptions and implement medical affairs tools to improve patient care and outcomes.Exemplary verbal and written communication skill, including formal presentation skills, and well-developed interpersonal skills.Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize and execute against key objectives and deliverables, on time and within budget.Understanding of compliance matters with the ability to interpret appropriately.Must possess ethical standards of the highest level and have the knowledge and ability to comply with all relevant ethical, regulatory, and legal standards.Resourceful, flexible, and ability to adapt to changing conditions in a fast-paced organization.Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage shifting responsibilities in a dynamic, cross-functional teamwork environment.Excellent collaboration skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and manage complexity.Ability to travel (ASN, ERA-EDTA, NKF, KOL symposiums, etc.) and manage a rigorous schedule which may require some evenings and weekend availability (anticipated travel up to 40%)All positions have an essential job function to be able to perform face to face work with colleagues and/or onsite in San Diego. No role is expected to be 100% remote.Total Rewards Offerings:Travere provides comprehensive total rewards offerings that demonstrate our commitment as a diverse, equitable, people-centric, and pay-for-performance organization. Benefits: Our benefits include premium health, financial, work-life and well-being offerings for eligible employees and dependents, wellness and employee support programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with employer match and generous paid time off.Compensation: Our competitive compensation package includes a combination of both cash compensation (base pay and short-term incentive) and long-term incentive compensation (company stock), designed to recognize, retain, and reward employees. Target Base Pay Range:$206,000.00 - $268,000.00*This information is current as of the date of this posting and may be modified in the future. Actual pay offered to a candidate will depend on a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and location. Travere will accept applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected for the position.Travere Therapeutics, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Veteran/Disability Employer.If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us by sending an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Please note that this email address is to be used exclusively to request an accommodation with the online application, interview or hiring process only. Travere HR will not reply to emails sent to this address for any other reason.SummaryLocation: San Diego; USA- RemoteType: Full time