Executive Medical Director, Medical Affairs-Hematology
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Executive Medical Director, Medical Affairs-Hematology
Apply locations Boston, MA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id REQ-20385
Job Description
The Executive Medical Director, Medical Affairs Hematology will provide medical leadership in the Medical Affairs function for our Hematology therapeutic area. This role will be accountable for leading and overseeing the US medical team for the development and implementation of the US Medical strategy/plans and will work in partnership with functional and cross-functional colleagues to ensure access to companys products, develop and implement cross functional country plans aligned with patient, HCPs and broader corporate needs.
This role is responsible for building and encouraging scientific excellence within the team and engaging in close partnerships with HCPs, scientific societies and patient organizations in collaboration with Patient Advocacy. This role will also be responsible for financial planning and budgetary adherence of US Medical Affairs activities.
This role will work closely with a cross-functional group that includes Commercial, Market Access, Global Medical Affairs, US Public Affairs, Corporate Communications, Legal, Compliance (OBIE), Regulatory, Research & Development, HR and Finance.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Provides comprehensive expertise and guidance in designated therapeutic area(s) and Vertex medicines
Leads a team of physicians and scientists to create and execute appropriate medical affairs plans and tactics supporting designated therapeutic area(s) and Vertex medicines
Develops and maintains professional relationships with local Health Care Professionals, and with local Professional Societies and Patient Advocacy groups
Serves as point of contact for US Medical Affairs to local and Global teams and governance bodies as requested.
Serves as the reference person for medical input and support to the local operations team that supports other Vertex functions so that the appropriate patients in the geographic area of responsibility may have access in a safe manner to the benefit of Vertex product(s)
Ensures that the scientific data provided locally to Health Care Professionals and Health Care Authorities is provided with a fair and balanced view
Ensures Field Medical Material (proactive and reactive), Promotional Material, Access Material and Medical Information Material undergo accurate and comprehensive medical review
Maintains a seamless flow of information within and between the US and Global teams, and communicates medical insights obtained locally from appropriate field interactions to inform local and regional strategy/tactics
Develops and maintains high level of industry, regulatory, clinical and scientific knowledge in several therapeutic areas
As a people manager within the organization, may have financial accountabilities and human resource responsibilities for assigned staff Required Education Level
Knowledge and Skills:
Strong understanding of statistical methods
Experience in writing or reviewing scientific communications
Good understanding of the pharmaceutical business
Ability to develop relationships in a highly matrixed environment, as well as external relationships with leaders and industry experts
Experience in designing, planning and executing medical education and communication activities
Ability to engage in positive dialogue and resolve conflicts in a constructive manner
Education and Experience
MD, DO or equivalent ex-US medical degree
Typically requires 7 years of experience and 5 years of supervisory/management experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Drive medical strategy for our benign hematology portfolio
Exacel sickle cell and beta thallesemia launch, additional indication launch as well as life cycle management work
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com.
About Us
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Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. The company has multiple approved medicines that treat the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis (CF) a rare, life-threatening genetic disease and has several ongoing clinical and research programs in CF. Beyond CF, Vertex has a robust pipeline of investigational small molecule, cell and genetic therapies in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including sickle cell disease, beta thalassemia, APOL1-mediated kidney disease, pain, type 1 diabetes, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, Mass., Vertex's global headquarters is now located in Boston's Innovation District and its international headquarters is in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia and Latin America. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 13 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortunes Best Workplaces in Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals and Best Workplaces for Women. For company updates and to learn more about Vertex's history of innovation, visit
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The diversity and authenticity of our people is part of what makes Vertex unique, and we recognize that each employee brings diverse perspectives and strengths. By embracing those strengths and celebrating differences, we are fostering an inclusive culture where each of us can bring our authentic selves to work, inspire innovation together, and change peoples lives.
Our vision is clear: to be the place where an authentic, diverse mix of talent want to come, to stay, and do their best work.
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