Global Medical Scientist - Global Medical Affairs

Are you passionate about making a difference in the field of rare diseases? Do you have the expertise to lead medical affairs initiatives and build meaningful connections within the healthcare community? Do you thrive in an entrepreneurial environment? If so, Ascendis Pharma invites you to explore this impactful role.

Ascendis Pharma is a fast-growing global biopharmaceutical company committed to making a meaningful difference in patient's lives. We have locations in Denmark, Germany, the United States, the UK, Italy, Spain, and France.

Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we use our TransCon® drug development platform to fulfill our mission of developing new therapies, selecting only those that demonstrate best-in-class potential to address unmet medical needs.

Today, we are advancing programs in Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology. In addition, we collaborate with partners around the world on the development of TransCon-based products for other therapeutic areas and markets.

The Role

As Global Medical Scientist you will be a key member of our Global Medical Affairs team, responsible for external-facing activities and providing clinical and scientific expertise to our local markets. You will play a crucial role in advancing our innovative TransCon technology within the endocrinology community, aligned with Ascendis Pharma's current and future therapeutic areas. You will collaborate with key opinion leaders, contribute to high-impact congress activities, and provide valuable insights to shape our strategy in rare endocrinological diseases.

The role is based in Copenhagen, and you will report to the Senior Director CNP, Medical Affairs.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Build awareness of Ascendis Pharma and our TransCon technology in the endocrinology community
• Identify and engage with key opinion leaders (KOLs), rising stars, and reference centers in rare endocrinology
• Share scientific and medical insights with healthcare professionals through 1:1 meetings and conferences
• Gather and communicate key insights on disease areas, competitive landscape, and unmet medical needs
• Support Global congress activities, including symposia´s
• Contribute to the planning and execution of Global Advisory Boards and other key KOL meetings
• Assist in the development of materials for local congresses and ensure consistency across regions
• Provide expert medical input to support reimbursement and policy-related activities
• Ensure full compliance with internal SOPs and global regulatory requirements

Your Qualifications and Skills

• MD, PhD, PharmD or equivalent degree is preferred
• Background expertise in endocrinology, pediatric endocrinology, genetics, skeletal dysplasia, and/or growth and development Bone Disease are highly preferred
• 5 years of Medical Affairs practice or research experience
• Required to maintain expertise and up-to-date knowledge of applicable literature, disease state information, and landscape trends within aligned therapeutic area(s)
• Biotech / pharmaceutical industry experience from both local and global roles, with understanding of drug development and Medical Affairs function
• A strong ability to interpret and articulate clinical/HEOR data and the impact on clinical development and commercial programs
• In depth understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, R&D and Commercial activities
• Ability to travel internationally to conferences and meetings, which will include occasional weekend travel
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Key Competencies

You have the ability to work successfully under pressure in a fast-paced environment, managing tight timelines with ease. You lead collaboratively across various internal stakeholders and develop trusted partnerships. With keen analytical skills, you can translate high-level business needs and objectives into actionable plans. Your organizational skills enable you to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and communicate across all levels within the company. You possess exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.

Apply Now

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so please apply as soon as possible.

If you are passionate about rare diseases and eager to make a difference with Ascendis Pharma, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Join us in advancing therapeutic innovations to improve patient lives worldwide.