US Director Medical Affairs (USDMA): Rheumatology/Dermatology (Remote) (North Wales)

Job Summary

The US Director Medical Affairs (DMA) is a US‑centric country medical director role focused on Medical Affairs strategy in the Rheumatology and Dermatology therapeutic areas. It is a regionally based position within our company’s Research Laboratories, US Medical Affairs team. The DMA strategically drives scientific excellence across the pipeline while optimizing field readiness across the US DMA strategic pillars: 1) Scientific Exchange, 2) Company Trials, 3) Investigator‑Sponsored Programs, 4) Congresses, and 5) Insights.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the USMA Executive Director and Health Systems PASL to develop and implement regional strategies aligned with headquarters V&I goals, including defining a prioritized USMA field strategy and implementation goals.
• Contribute to the integrated US Country Medical Affairs Plan (CMAP), including the US Field Medical Plan (FMP)/Field Engagement Plan (FEP) and field training plan for the assigned therapeutic area as a member of the USMA TA Leadership Team.
• Identify and prioritize US field resources, training needs and activities; and, in collaboration with GMVC, ensure strategically aligned content and training and any other needed adult learning activities across the portfolio.
• Develop a strategic and comprehensive scientific engagement plan and ensure scientific exchange aligns with the global scientific communications platform.
• Ensure insights from advisory boards and field medical activities are actioned with relevant stakeholders, aligned with Country Medical Affairs priorities, and monitored for trends impacting future strategy.
• Organize expert input events (e.g., advisory boards, forums) with contracted Scientific Leaders and key stakeholders to address new indication implementation and/or emerging science.
• Manage programs (e.g., patient support, education, risk management) as needed for appropriate and safe utilization of company medicines.
• Partner with GSVC, CSEE, US Global Clinical Trial Organization, Global Medical and Scientific Affairs (GMSA) TA leads, and internal/external SMEs to orchestrate and deliver regional training as needed.
• Participate in bi‑directional information exchange and sharing of best practices across USMA roles and teams, including Health Systems.
• Collaborate with the USMA Field Medical Alignment Director to ensure consistent standards, processes, and harmonization for training activities (e.g., clinical immersions, verbalizations, journal clubs).
• Provide input into strategic congress priorities and participate in planning at key scientific congresses.
• Continuously monitor the healthcare environment and emerging trends to optimize CMAPs and field execution plans.

Additional Responsibilities

Serve as a point of contact for development and maintenance of US new‑hire scientific foundational onboarding in collaboration with leadership and SMEs.

Work with USMA Leadership and GMVC stakeholders to ensure consistent verbalization processes for new hires and tenured RMSDs regarding new data, indications, and disease areas.

Provide support for the Investigator Studies Program for the assigned therapeutic area, including Areas of Interest consultation, dissemination, data highlights, training, and scientific review as requested by the GMSA Executive Director.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) in the relevant therapeutic area and recognized medical expertise in rheumatology or dermatology.
• Minimum of 5 years of medical affairs experience or equivalent clinical/research experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a therapeutic area (clinical, research, or pharmaceutical) or within a highly relevant TA with demonstrated scientific acumen.
• Proven ability in strategic decision making & planning, helping the US Executive Director prioritize initiatives across the portfolio.
• Demonstrated execution excellence with a track record of leading complex projects and managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong emotional intelligence to foster trust and respect within a complex, matrixed organizational structure.
• Exceptional networking and partnership skills to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Agile mindset as a change catalyst, committed to experimenting, learning, and adapting in response to evolving business needs, and capable of driving continuous improvement.
• Expertise in interpreting and communicating complex scientific concepts clearly in both one‑on‑one and group settings.
• Deep knowledge of the US healthcare system, including national treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, and OIG compliance.
• Ability to travel up to 40% of the time (e.g., congresses).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Preferred

• Field medical affairs experience.
• Deep subject‑matter expertise in Rheumatology and Dermatology TA.

Location & Travel

US and Puerto Rico residents only. The position is based in the United States and requires up to 40% travel; additional travel may occur for congresses and other field events.

Benefits

Salary range: $190,800.00 – $300,300.00. Eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable. Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, other insurance benefits for employee and family, retirement benefits including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

EEO Statement

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