Hematology Medical Director, VEXAS

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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 Hematology Medical Director, VEXAS leads medical strategy and external engagement for the VEXAS disease area within the Vonjo (pacritinib) Medical Affairs organization. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced medical leader to shape how Sobi supports the VEXAS patient and provider community—building scientific credibility and trust across the hematology, rheumatology, dermatology, and inflammation communities in an emerging and complex disease area.

Reporting to the Head of Vonjo Medical Affairs, this individual will serve as the lead medical voice for VEXAS, driving the US medical strategy and partnering closely with Field Medical to engage and educate healthcare providers (HCPs), medical organizations, payers, and patient advocacy groups. The role also serves as the medical lead on the Brand Team and collaborates cross-functionally to advance shared business goals.

Major Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead medical strategist for VEXAS, providing strategic direction for medical strategy, brand-aligned tactics, and external clinician engagement across academic, community, and multidisciplinary care settings
• Partner with the Field Medical Team to develop and strengthen KOL and key institution engagement plans, positioning Sobi as the scientific partner of choice for VEXAS
• Collaborate with Field Medical to identify resource needs and co-develop field materials and tactics specific to VEXAS
• Lead planning and execution of advisory boards and educational activities, including webinars, medical roundtables, symposia, and congress presence
• Generate and share medical insights with internal partners, using them to refine strategy and tactics
• Build strong collaborative relationships across Market Access, Medical Information, Clinical Development, Sales, and Marketing
• Contribute to evidence generation projects, real-world evidence studies, and publications supporting the VEXAS disease area
• Support launch readiness through disease education, articulation of unmet need, and evidence generation planning
• Uphold the collaborative culture of Hematology Medical Affairs—one that respects and appreciates every team member while encouraging one another toward excellence and a shared purpose

Qualifications

Requirements

• MD, PhD, or PharmD
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Associate or Medical Director
• Ability to travel up to 50%, primarily domestic
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex scientific concepts for varied audiences
• Demonstrated ability to build meaningful, bi-directional relationships with the medical community
• Strong scientific and clinical acumen paired with strategic and analytical thinking
• Proven leadership across core Medical Affairs functions, such as evidence generation, publications, medical education, and strategy development
• A collaborative, cross-functional mindset with the motivation to work effectively across all levels of the organization
• A results-driven approach marked by urgency, solution-orientation, and innovation
• A self-starting, hands-on team player with strong interpersonal skills, comfortable rolling up their sleeves in a fast-paced environment
• An unwavering patient focus

Preferences

• Background in Hematology, Rheumatology, or Inflammation
• Pre-launch and/or launch experience

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 $170,000 - $245,000. Each offer will be determined by 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 who 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 highly skilled management team driving 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 on 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 firsthand the challenges faced by those affected by rare diseases and have used this knowledge to shape our business and find new ways to help 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

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