Director, Field Medical Strategy & Insights Lead

Summary

Join Biogen's West Coast Hub as the Field Medical Strategy & Insights Lead, spearheading the development of a global field medical strategy for Phase 3 nephrology programs. Collaborate with internal functions and external vendors, ensuring alignment of field strategies with overarching goals. Lead cross-functional teams, develop key metrics, and manage resources effectively. Leverage data analytics for decision-making and navigate complex regulatory landscapes. This highly visible role requires strong communication, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• MD, PharmD, or PhD degree in a relevant life science field required
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in Medical Affairs required, ideally with a mix of experience in field medical team leadership and a headquarters-based Medical Affairs role
• Strong understanding of the healthcare ecosystem both in the US and Globally required
• Exceptional project management abilities required
• Ability to function independently to progress key projects with minimal direction and oversight required
• Strong ability to work effectively in a matrix environment required
• Superior scientific acumen and communication skills required

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of an overarching field medical strategy in support of our Global Phase 3 clinical programs in nephrology
• Serve as the single point of contact for a Globally distributed contract MSL team as well as strategy lead for MSL employees, to ensure execution of strategy
• Develop appropriate metrics to measure and ensure effectiveness of field medical strategy and execution
• Work closely with internal functions to ensure MSL teams are appropriately resources with fit for purpose scientific content
• Lead cross function team to ensure areas of focus for MSL are aligned with overarching asset strategy and that insights are appropriately shared and actioned
• Manage external vendors, including reviewing and approving statements of work (SOWs) and invoices

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
• Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 days off for Personal Significance
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Employee Resource Groups participation