Director, Medical Affairs Strategy (Hematology/Oncology)

Sumitomo Pharma Director, Medical Affairs Strategy (Hematology / Oncology) Baton Rouge, Louisiana Apply Now

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Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, psychiatry & neurology, and cell & gene therapies. For more information on SMPA, visit our website here.

Job Overview

The Director, Medical Affairs Strategy (Hematology / Oncology) will be a key member of the Medical Affairs team reporting to the Executive Director, Medical Affairs Strategy. In this role, individuals are responsible for Medical Affairs strategic direction and management for Pipeline Hematology / Oncology asset(s), leading the Medical Affair planning for both internal company programs and external facing interactions.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure leadership and alignment of all Medical Affairs activities and budgets for Pipeline Hematology / Oncology Product(s) within SMPA.
• Manage the development of Medical Affairs strategic plans and scientific platforms in support of Pipeline Hematology / Oncology Product(s).
• Represent the Oncology Products Medical Strategy Team within the Medical Affairs leadership and executive leadership teams.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert within Medical Affairs Team, providing medical training, evaluation, motivation, and control of activities.
• Lead cross-functional medical alignment with various internal and external teams.
• Develop and direct the implementation of plans through multi-modal medical education channels.
• Manage the development and implementation of detailed scientific Publication Plans, Medical Advisory Boards, and Patient Advisory Boards.
• Represent the Medical Affairs department on the lifecycle team.
• Proactively seek and create relationships directly with key opinion leaders and scientific advisory groups.
• Work closely with the commercial organization post-NDA submission.
• Partner with the Clinical Development organization for ongoing and post-marketing clinical development activities.
• Provide detailed and compliant medical review and approval of external resources.
• Define and attend relevant medical and scientific conferences.
• Provide input into budget and long-term Medical Education programming.
• Develop Areas of Research Interest supporting an active Investigator Initiated Study program.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and healthcare guidelines in all activities.
• Provide feedback on Medical Information response documents.
• Ability to travel (domestic and some international) to attend scientific congresses and meet key stakeholders - up to 30% travel.

Key Core Competencies

Education and Experience

Advanced degree in medical science (MD, PharmD, PhD) or equivalent professional hematology / oncology clinical experience; with knowledge of the acute myeloid leukemia (AML) landscape is required. 8-10 years of relevant professional experience in biotech or the pharmaceutical industry is required.

The base salary range for this role is $187,800 to $234,700. Total compensation will depend on elements unique to each candidate.

Confidential Data : All information encountered is considered confidential.

Compliance : Achieve and maintain compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal, and operational rules.

Mental / Physical Requirements : Fast-paced environment handling multiple demands. Excellent written and oral communication skills required.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $187,800 - $234,700