Executive Medical Director, Regional Medical Affairs (seb Region)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Hybrid
Advanced degree in medicine or life sciences
Significant medical affairs leadership experience
Product launch and lifecycle management expertise
The Executive Medical Director will shape and execute the regional Medical Affairs strategy for a specific disease area while ensuring alignment with global priorities

Job Summary

  • The Executive Medical Director will shape and execute the regional Medical Affairs strategy for a specific disease area while ensuring alignment with global priorities.
  • This role requires leading evidence generation initiatives, supporting product launches, and fostering trusted scientific partnerships with healthcare professionals and external stakeholders.
  • Candidates must demonstrate substantial people leadership experience and the ability to drive cross-functional alignment across Commercial, Regulatory, and R&D teams.

Matching Summary

The Executive Medical Director will shape and execute the regional Medical Affairs strategy for a specific disease area while ensuring alignment with global priorities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Advanced degree in medicine or life sciences
  • Significant medical affairs leadership experience
  • Product launch and lifecycle management expertise
  • Evidence generation and real-world data strategy
  • Cross-functional collaboration with commercial teams

Nice-to-have

  • Strong business judgment and financial acumen
  • Ability to navigate complex matrixed organizations
  • Commitment to scientific integrity and ethics
  • Experience with compassionate use programs
  • Proven talent development and coaching skills

Key Requirements

  • MD, DO, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent advanced degree
  • Substantial senior management experience in medical affairs
  • Demonstrated experience supporting product launches
  • Knowledge of US and ex-US regulatory requirements
  • Travel up to 30% required

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