Medical Director Oncology - Northbrook, United States - Astellas Pharma

Description

Job DescriptionMedical Director Oncology, Medical AffairsDo you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop and deliver innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians.

If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong at AstellasAstellas Pharma Inc. is a pharmaceutical company conducting business in more than 70 countries around the world.

We are committed to turning innovative science into medical solutions that bring value and hope to patients and their families.

Keeping our focus on addressing unmet medical needs and conducting our business with ethics and integrity enables us to improve the health of people throughout the world.

For more information on Astellas, please visit our website at is announcing a Medical Director Oncology, Medical Affairs, United States (MA-US) opportunity in Northbrook, IL.

Remote work from certain states may be permitted in accordance with Astellas' Responsible Flexibility Guidelines. Candidates interested in remote work are encouraged to apply.


Purpose Scope:

The Medical Director Oncology, Medical Affairs, United States (MA-US), is accountable for the development and execution of medical and scientific strategies for one or more products within the Therapeutic Area (TA).

The Medical Director is responsible for:
development of overall scientific and medical strategy for assigned product(s)creation and management of internal product/TA strategy and trainingstrategic oversight and execution of data generation activities and other MA-US tacticsreview and endorsement of, and in some cases creation of scientific exchange materials, product launch planning/operations, and strategic congress planning, including collection and assessment of external medical insights to shape medical strategiesrepresentation of the US region within the Core Medical Team (CMT)collaboration with key stakeholders across the company to support business objectives for the US Region, leading the Regional Medical Team (RMT), if applicable, and ensuring alignment with and support of Medical Affairs (MA) colleagues within the regionassessment of external medical environment perspectives and informing of medical strategies, including global strategies

Essential Job Responsibilities:
Lead the development and execution of solid strategic medical plans for the assigned products within the TA that are aligned with the global Core Medical Plan (CMP)

Accountable for oversight and execution of MA-sponsored clinical studies, as applicableDrive scientific and medical development and approval of sound study synopsis, protocols and study reports, including health economic outcomes research (HEOR) related studies, ensuring clinical and scientific accuracyAlign with peer leaders in the Commercial organization and cross-functional teams, providing strategic medical direction to support the needs of the businessDemonstrate ability to collaborate and lead within matrix product/TA teams across multiple disciplinesRepresent MA-US on the relevant CMT, including representation of all regional needs and activities and timely execution of the CMP tacticsProvide medical expertise and approval of promotional materialsProvide medical expertise and approval of non-promotional medical materials, including but not limited to slide presentations, local dossiers, health outcomes models, etc.

Review and approve all standard and custom Medical Information response lettersInitiate and support medical advisory boards within area of responsibility to understand and shape medical strategiesPartner with medical science liaison (MSL) team in the field, effectively translating insights into regional and global strategyCollaborate with Regulatory Affairs and Pharmacovigilance in the development of product labeling and periodic safety reports, as applicableLead scientific review of investigator sponsored research (ISR) proposals in the TA; may chair Regional ISR Committee if applicableProvide medical expertise related to new product licensing and acquisition opportunities for the USFoster a culture of 100% compliance and embody One Astellas and the Astellas WayQuantitative Dimensions:

The Medical Director provides medical and scientific guidance for one or more products within the TA including accountability for MA-US product/TA strategies and execution.

The Medical Director is part of a high performing medical team with direct budget responsibilities of to $10M annually, including 5-10 data generation projects and 10 medical tools annually.

The results produced by the Medical Director must be scientifically sound and in compliance with applicable regulations.

The Medical Director is accountable for CMP deliverables within timelines and budget and will demonstrate solid leadership and executive presence with both internal and external executive leaders.

RequirementsQualifications:

Required:

Medical Degree (MD)Minimum 3-5 years clinical experience beyond medical schoolMinimum 2 years Medical Affairs relevant experience within the pharmaceutical industry, or minimum 3 years clinical or academic experience after residency trainingExperience in the USExperience in working in matrix organization collaborating with medical, clinical, regulatory, health economic outcome research, epidemiology, medical information, commercial and other organizational partners to deliver resultsSolid scientific analytical and problem-solving skills, strategic capabilities, project management and planning and organizational skillsAbility to communicate effectively, including scientific concepts, both in writing and in oral presentationsAbility to design and conduct various phases of clinical trials, including ability to critically review and analyze study designsAbility to collaborate within matrix structured product team across multiple disciplinesAbility to effectively engage both internal and external stakeholders, customers and collaboration partners.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate and build strategic alignment within the Medical Affairs community and across functions (e.g., Commercial).Fluent in written and verbal EnglishApproximately 20% travel requiredPreferredMinimum 2 years Medical Affairs relevant experience within the pharmaceutical industryMedically Qualified with post graduate qualification and specialization in appropriate therapeutic specialty preferredBoard Certified in relevant therapeutic areaActive medical licenseExperience in medical researchExtensive knowledge of US healthcare delivery systems (e.g., accountable care, managed care, pharmacy benefit management, government [Medicare, Medicaid]) and solid understanding of policy issues)Demonstrated strong interpersonal relationship and collaboration skills working within cross- functional executive leadership teamsThorough understanding of FDA/PhRMA, OIG, Health Canada/Innovative Medicines Canada, ANVISA/ANS and other guidelines as they relate to HEOR and Medical AffairsBenefitsMedical, Dental and Vision InsuranceGenerous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation, Sick time, plus national holidays including Heritage Days, and Summer and Winter Breaks401(k) match and annual company contributionCompany paid life insuranceAnnual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positionsLong Term Incentive Plan for eligible positionsReferral bonus programAstellas is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans.*LI-CH1