Senior Medical Director, EU Rare Diseases

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom IQVIA Full time

Job Title: Vice President of EU Medical Affairs

Company: Clinical trials stage biopharma company

Location: Hybrid role, London office

Reports to: CEO

Overview

We are seeking a senior-level Medical Affairs leader to join our client's team, specializing in rare diseases. As a key member of the company's medical affairs team, you will be responsible for building and leading a high-calibre EU Medical Affairs team, collaborating with partners and internal teams to ensure successful product development, launch, and lifecycle management.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute Medical Affairs strategies, represent the company in regulatory interactions, and establish centres of excellence for relevant conditions. Engage with key opinion leaders, physicians, and patient groups, and work cross-functionally to advance medical aspects of the company's activities. Provide strategic leadership, drive publication and education programs, and ensure compliance with all activities.

Requirements

  • Senior-level Medical Affairs expertise: Strong background in building and leading a Medical Affairs team in Europe, especially during late-stage development and launch phase.
  • Experience: 10-15 years in the medical department of a pharmaceutical or biotech company, with experience in rare diseases and orphan drugs, combined with at least 8 years of international experience.
  • Medical background: Must have hospital experience as a practicing doctor and General Medical Council UK registration or equivalent medical qualification.
  • Small company experience: Experience in late-stage clinical development in a small company environment is preferred.
  • Industry knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of industry medical governance norms and compliance with laws, regulations, and codes of practice.

Skills and Capabilities

The ideal candidate has experience building Medical Affairs teams in Europe for rare diseases and excels in business planning within cross-functional teams. They have a proven ability to add value and influence global medical strategy, engage stakeholders with integrity, and communicate effectively across various media. Skilled in medico-legal review processes, scientific communication, and has a solid understanding of EU medical information and pharmacovigilance practices.



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