Position Summary
The (Senior) Medical Director, MSC will lead the creation and execution of the Medical Affairs strategy for RETT syndrome in alignment with the Regional Medical Affairs strategy. This role will collaborate closely with field Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) and will encompass the (pre)launch plans, including the local support and implementation of Managed Access and Patient Support activities across selected countries in Europe. Responsibilities include building and maintaining external stakeholder relationships, promoting Acadia as a thought leader, and fostering collaborations with patient advocacy and medical RETT communities in smaller EU countries. This individual will be accountable for the effectiveness and compliance of scientific exchanges aimed at meeting the needs of clinicians, patient advocates, and other key external and internal stakeholders.
Primary Responsibilities
- Main geographic focus is certain mid-sized European countries, with the possibility of expanding responsibilities depending on experience, workload, and organizational needs.
- Provide scientific and medical leadership, including the development of strategic country medical affairs (pre)launch plans, while identifying specific unmet medical needs and data gaps.
- Establish strategic partnerships with Centers of Excellence, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and Patient Advocacy Groups (PAGs) in areas of scientific interest, alongside local MSLs as needed.
- Ensure cross-functional collaboration and input from key stakeholders to effectively manage relationships and align the medical strategy execution.
- Coordinate operational medical excellence with EU field medical teams to capture and track key medical tactics and prelaunch activities in designated countries.
- Provide medical expertise and editorial support for data dissemination at conferences and in medical journals.
- Engage with key healthcare professionals (HCPs) in the exchange of scientific and medical information, including participation in Advisory Boards and presentations at national meetings and conferences.
- Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and emerging scientific leaders alongside MSLs.
- Oversee and communicate insights regarding the competitive landscape, unmet needs of physicians and advocacy groups, and develop actionable plans to address these insights.
- Assist in publication activities, including reviewing and approving abstracts and manuscripts, as well as developing local publication strategies and collaborating with authors as needed.
- Gather and report field medical insights through the existing iArt CRM system, in accordance with company policies and regulations.
- Understand HCP needs across individual MSCs and implement a strategic medical affairs plan designed to improve patient care and generate relevant evidence for RETT syndrome.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience/Skills
- MD (PhD, PharmD, or equivalent will also be considered) is required.
- A minimum of 10 years of Medical Affairs experience within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry in Europe is essential; regional experience is a plus.
- Must possess substantial experience with rare (neurological) diseases in Europe and have a solid understanding of individual healthcare systems, country rules, and regulations, including pre-approval and early access activities.
- Demonstrated experience in HCP engagement and prior interactions with Patient Advocacy Groups, including integrated communication strategies for disease awareness.
- An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
Key Skills
- Extensive knowledge to critically appraise studies and clinical evidence to engage on a higher scientific level with HCPs.
- In-depth understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, R&D, and Commercial activities across Europe.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills, with experience in delivering scientific presentations.
- Agile, independent, and proactive working style.
- Able to establish strong working relationships across functions and companies.
- Capacity to collaborate and share information to contribute to the planning process and execute the local Medical (pre)launch plan alongside MSLs, while adhering to the Regional Medical Affairs strategy.
- Fluent in English (mother tongue level); additional languages are a significant advantage. Excellent English communication skills, with the ability to articulate and present details clearly.
- Ability to travel both locally and internationally is required.
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