Head, Therapeutic Area Lead Rheumatology, US Medical Affairs- Immunology

About the role

We are searching for the best talent for Head, Therapeutic Area Lead Rheumatology, US Medical Affairs- Immunology based in Horsham, PA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Rheumatology team in developing a strategically and commercially aligned scientific strategy of evidence generation to support all Rheumatology assets
• Identify, prioritize, and oversee the implementation of innovative and compliant data dissemination approaches and data generation strategies, with cognizance of the continually changing healthcare environment and clinical practice patterns (e.g., field, congresses, publications, digital platforms, etc.)
• Drive omni-channel and data dissemination plan including digital platforms
• Ensure the MAF strategy is aligned and successfully executed across global medical affairs including MSLs, Medical Communications, Marketing, and Market access
• Drive execution of the Rheumatology Therapeutic Area strategy through collaboration with key cross-functional partners (including Global MAF, R&D and Commercial)
• Create opportunities for key talent to grow, develop and ultimately lead within and across teams
• Supervise the planning and execution of Phase 3b and 4 clinical trials, studies to address post marketing commitments, and the co-development of other evidence generation activities (such as RWE approaches), as well as the assessment, coordination and prioritization of collaborative and IIS studies
• Actively contribute as a disease-specific subject matter expert and provide advice and input to and support the Global Medical Affairs, R&D, Marketing, Sales, Market Access, New Business Development, Real World Value & Evidence, MSL training and resource development, Medical Information and Communications teams, shaping and influencing the collective strategy based on sound scientific principles, available data, and strategic insights
• Lead the Rheumatology Therapeutic Area in annual business planning and be responsible for budget decisions within boundaries allocated by the Medical Affairs Leadership Team
• Serve as a core member of Medical Affairs Leadership Team, US Immunology Business Operations Leadership Team, and Rheumatology Integrated Strategy Team, and also serve as a co-lead of the Rheumatology Integrated Evidence Team
• Represent US Affairs in various interactions with the global functions including clinical R&D, translational medicine, regulatory affairs/labelling, and global medical safety. This includes providing data and subject matter expertise for regulatory requests
• Provide strategic and scientific input on business development opportunities, pipeline assets (and related supportive clinical studies) to ensure necessary scientific rigor in study design and endpoints, as well as alignment with US strategic requirements

Requirements

• Advanced scientific degree (PhD, PharmD, and/or MD) required
• A minimum of 10-15 years of combined relevant clinical and/or pharmaceutical industry experience is required
• Immunology and/or Rheumatology therapeutic area experience highly preferred
• Pharmaceutical industry experience required
• Previous experience leading teams through launch highly desirable
• Experience with clinical research design and conduct of clinical trials highly desirable; industry R&D experience preferable
• Previous direct people management experience is required
• Experience leading directly or indirectly Field (MSLs) and inhouse Medical Affairs teams is highly desirable
• The successful candidate must have strong leadership skills with highly collaborative instincts
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively with basic and clinical scientists, as well as with regulatory and commercial colleagues is required
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills are required
• Experience in a multi-functional matrix organization is preferred
• Up 25-30% travel (primarily domestic & limited international) is required

Qualifications

• This position is located in Horsham, PA and follows a hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days remotely per week
• JJohnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act