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Medical Director – Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
About This Role
As a key member of the Global Medical SMA team within the worldwide medical organization, the Medical Director, reporting to the Global Medical Lead, will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of global evidence generation strategies in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). This role involves oversight of Real-World Data (RWD), Observational Research (OR), and Collaborative Research activities, ensuring alignment with the Integrated Evidence Generation Plan (IEGP) and global medical priorities.
The ideal candidate has deep expertise in SMA, a strong background in evidence generation methodologies, and a passion for improving patient outcomes in rare neurological diseases.
What You’ll Do
- In collaboration with the Global Medical SMA team, support the development of global medical strategic imperatives and a communication framework in partnership with SMA scientific collaborators.
- Lead, co-lead, or support high-impact evidence generation projects aligned with the IEGP, serving as a key global medical contact for cross-functional teams (e.g., Clinical Development, Commercial, Market Access, PDC, Regional Medical).
- Lead or co-lead planning, design, and execution of observational studies and clinical trials (e.g., defining target populations, developing protocols, calculating sample sizes).
- Assess and evaluate the strengths and limitations of external Real-World Data sources to advance the SMA evidence generation strategy.
- Drive and implement evidence generation plans, conducting gap analyses and aligning efforts with medical and strategic needs.
- Collaborate with the Therapeutic Area Lead and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure key insights and data needs from affiliates are identified and integrated into the evidence strategy.
- Partner with regional and affiliate medical teams to gather insights that inform clinical trial planning and data generation efforts globally.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned; the scope of the role may evolve based on business needs.
Who You Are
You are a scientific or clinical professional with in-depth knowledge of rare neurological diseases and a track record of success in evidence generation. You are collaborative, detail-oriented, and driven by a commitment to advancing medical science and patient care. You understand the evolving SMA landscape and are adept at translating insights into action.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, MPH, or equivalent) in the life sciences is required.
- Clinical or scientific expertise in neurology, rare diseases, and clinical research, with a strong preference for experience in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
- Experience supporting or leading medical activities for an SMA product launch is highly desirable.
- 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, consulting, or academia, with a proven track record of conducting and publishing RWE studies.
- Deep understanding of Real-World Evidence (RWE), observational research, and collaborative study models.
- Strong interpersonal and project management skills, with the ability to operate effectively in a matrixed global organization.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly and persuasively.
- Demonstrated experience working with regional/affiliate medical teams to ensure alignment between global strategy and local execution.
- Must be willing and able to travel, as required for meetings, congresses, or field engagement.
Medasource is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
Benefits & Perks:
Medasource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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