Scientific Director, AML Medical Strategy & Communications

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist working from drug discovery to product development and North America we are headquartered in Princeton NJ with offices in California North Carolina and Mississauga Ontario.

Summary of Job:

The Scientific Director AML Medical Strategy and Communications will serve as a key leader within the North America Medical Affairs team in working with our alliance partner to help develop and shape medical strategy for a novel product(s) in AML and contribute to strategy across KKNA Oncology and the Oncology collaborative scientific and communications platform. Working closely with the Sr. Director Oncology this role will be responsible for shaping strategic direction driving strategic projects determining educational needs and providing operational leadership for several areas. The Scientific Director is also a key member of internal cross-functional teams and NAMAC (North American Medical Affairs Committee). This individual will serve as the central contact with internal/external stakeholders with respect to certain projects key external expert (KEE) planning congress planning and medical operations.

Essential Functions:

Focus on Strategy with internal/external stakeholders:

• With alliance partner company serve as KKNA Medical AML Medical lead and contribute to medical strategic plan as well as provide input to the Oncology Integrated Evidence Plan to guide purposeful data generation
• Partner with the Oncology Sr. Director of Medical Affairs and contribute to the development of Medical Affairs strategy for commercialized product
• Serve as lead AML Medical reviewer in promotional review process and ensure materials are scientifically accurate current and properly substantiated and referenced
• Serve as Investigator-sponsored studies (IIS) lead to evaluate new proposals and provide oversight of existing IIS across Oncology
• Provide medical strategic input during Franchise or Joint Collaborative Team Meetings
• Represent KKNA at major scientific conferences and advisory boards to communicate medical insights and establish thought leadership in Oncology
• Build and maintain relationship with KEEs healthcare systems and advocacy organization
• Provide medical guidance and training to the cross-functional Oncology team and share relevant insights to contribute to strategy as well as support Medical Value Outcomes Liaisons KKNA Medical Science Liaisons and relevant field teams
• Contribute to key decision-making as a member of the NAMAC (North American Medical Affairs Committee) team

Focus on teamwork and cross-collaboration:

• Align with and support other scientific/medical operational activities such as advisory board planning and execution Medical Information tactics and MSL Training.

Other:

• Ensure adherence to all applicable SOPs policies processes and compliance guidelines.
• Oversee vendor-related activities (selection contracting onboarding day-to-day operation performance evaluation and improvement).
• Additional projects and assignments as needed

Job Requirements:

Education

Advanced degree in Health Sciences or related field (MD Ph.D. DNP PharmD).

Experience

7 to 10 years of industry experience in Medical Strategy at pharmaceutical companies or at consulting agencies in the same respective area. Past record of success in determining medical affairs therapeutic area strategy. Direct experience with medical strategic planning and working with alliance partners are preferred. Deep understanding of pharmaceutical R&D and commercialization processes. Good knowledge of principles and practices of pharmaceutical clinical studies (including design conduct analysis and reporting). Familiarity with Good Publication Practice ICMJE guidelines and other applicable industry guidelines.

Technical Skills

Proficient in MS Office Suite.

CMPP (Certified Medical Publication Professional) credentials are recommended.

Non-Technical Skills

Demonstrated ability to organize prioritize meet deadlines make decisions and change course of action quickly. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Strong work ethic is required. Detail oriented and excellent follow through. Has the ability to flex and deal with ambiguity in a dynamic fast-paced high growth environment. Has a passion for personal learning and development to be able to grow with the company. Cultural sensitivity and ability to develop consensus within a multinational organization.

Physical Demands: Normal office environment with prolonged sitting and extensive computer work

Working Conditions: Requires up to 30% domestic and international travel

The anticipated salary for this position will be $185800 to $242600. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience skill set qualifications education (including applicable licenses and certifications job-based knowledge location and other business and organizational needs.

The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• 401K with company matching
• Discretionary Profit Sharing
• Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs Sick Days and Volunteer Days
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical Dental Prescription Drugs and Vision)
• HSA & FSA Programs
• Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
• Long-Term Incentives
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Concierge Service
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Awards

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

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