Publications Science Director, Global Medical Affairs (Kidney Diseases)
Publications Science Director, Global Medical Affairs (Kidney Diseases)
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Job Description
General Summary:
The Global Medical Affairs Publications Science Director for the Kidney Diseases portfolio leads global strategy development and execution of the Publication Plans across IgA Nephropathy (IgAN) APOL1 Mediated Kidney Disease (AMKD) primary Membranous Nephropathy (pMN) and Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD) working closely with the Global Medical Lead (GML). This role may expand as additional kidney diseases are added to the Therapeutic Area. This role may additionally include some development of medical content/materials e.g. slide decks FAQs and external facing materials and will require engagement with key thought leaders and external experts. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional business partners including regional medical teams health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) real world evidence (RWE) and commercial functions. This role reports to the disease area GML and is a core member of the disease area Global Medical team.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute the integrated Publication Plans (created as part of the annual global medical planning process) across IgAN AMKD pMN and ADPKD under the supervision of the GML and in collaboration with regional disease area teams and other internal stakeholders across Vertex.
- Lead the process of publication planning and execution being able to integrate data gaps scientific literature society guidelines and competitive landscape into strategic planning
- Integrate emerging trends and new insights into medical publications strategy
- Represent Vertex at scientific and medical forums including medical education forums scientific societies and congresses.
- Engage with leading global key thought leaders (KTL) e.g. through participation in advisory boards or scientific engagement to gain understanding of the therapeutic area and for development/execution of scientific publications.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Demonstrated leadership and expertise in scientific communication frameworks publication process and material development.
- Excellent medical/scientific knowledge of the disease area with outstanding oral and written communication skills.
- Identifies and defines problems and develops solutions using in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking. Negotiates effectively.
- Demonstrates strong business acumen with knowledge of cross-functional interdependencies of the drug development lifecycle.
- Proven leadership capabilities ability to work within complex matrixes and without functional authority.
- Compliance experience and in-depth knowledge of relevant (area-specific) legislation or regulatory guidance governing the provision of medical information and appliable data privacy legislation.
- Actively foster strong working relationships with key influential stakeholders inside and outside of Vertex.
Education and Experience:
- Advanced degree (Masters PharmD. or Ph.D.) or equivalent highly relevant experience
- Typically requires 10 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3 or more years of relevant experience in medical affairs and/or clinical development including experience in both Global and Country/Region desired
Pay Range:
$193900 - $290800Disclosure Statement:
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors including skills competencies experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
At Vertex our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career financial family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter) educational assistance programs including student loan repayment a generous commuting subsidy matching charitable donations 401(k) and so much more.
Flex Designation:
Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site EligibleFlex Eligibility Status:
In this Hybrid-Eligible role you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertexs Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
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 persons 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
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Exec
Employment Type
Full-Time
