Contract Medical Director, Global Medical Affairs - Neurology

Reference: 629809Posted: 2026-08-13Location: Boston, MassachusettsCompany: Planet Pharma GroupContact: ApplicationsEmail: View email address on click.appcast.io SummaryOur client, a leading global immunology biotechnology company, is seeking an experienced Medical Director, Global Medical Affairs to support the Global Medical team focused on a late-stage rare neuromuscular program. This consultant will play a key role in executing Medical Affairs strategy, evidence generation initiatives, and launch readiness activities while partnering closely with Clinical Development and cross-functional stakeholders.The successful candidate will operate with a high degree of independence and immediately contribute to strategic Medical Affairs initiatives supporting both ongoing Phase III and early-stage clinical programs.ResponsibilitiesServe as the Medical Affairs representative on cross-functional clinical development teams supporting both Phase III and Phase I studies.Execute Integrated Evidence Generation Plans (IEGPs) and broader evidence generation strategy.Lead and support real-world evidence (RWE) initiatives, medical planning, and data generation activities.Partner closely with Clinical Development, Commercial, Regulatory, and other cross-functional teams to support global medical strategy.Contribute to launch readiness activities for a late-stage rare disease asset.Support publication planning, scientific communications, and evidence dissemination activities.Identify evidence gaps and contribute to strategic medical planning throughout the product lifecycle.Work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced global environment.QualificationsRequiredMD, PharmD, or PhD.Neurology and/or rare disease experience.Minimum of 5 years of Medical Director-level experience within Global Medical Affairs.Experience developing and executing Integrated Evidence Generation Plans (IEGPs).Strong background in Real-World Evidence (RWE) and evidence generation strategy.Experience supporting late-stage clinical development and pre-launch/launch activities.Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal oversight.Strong strategic thinking, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.PreferredNeuromuscular disease experience preferred.Experience supporting both Phase III and early clinical development programs.Experience with publications, investigator-sponsored studies, registries, and post-marketing evidence generation.Global Medical Affairs experience within biotechnology or pharmaceutical organizations.