Senior Director, Global Medical Affairs

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Director, Global Medical Affairs to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This leader will shape the global medical affairs strategy for a late-stage neuroscience asset and help prepare the organization for successful commercialization across multiple regions. The role will serve as a central connector across clinical, regulatory, commercial, and scientific stakeholders to ensure medical plans are aligned with development milestones and launch objectives. It will also build trusted relationships with external experts and advocacy communities while contributing medical insight to evidence generation, launch readiness, and payer engagement. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $177,000 – $338,800 annually Responsibilities Lead the global medical affairs strategy for a late-stage orexin receptor 2 agonist program Serve as a key member of the cross-functional asset team Align medical strategy with corporate objectives and clinical milestones Plan for regulatory approvals, launch readiness, and product lifecycle management Identify scientific opportunities and key stakeholder needs Oversee medical launch activities in key global markets Collaborate with various teams to ensure alignment on scientific platforms and training materials Build relationships with KOLs, investigators, and patient advocacy groups Represent the company at scientific meetings and congresses Contribute medical expertise to brand strategy and payer engagement initiatives Qualifications Advanced scientific or clinical degree (MD, PharmD, or PhD) At least 10 years of experience in Medical Affairs leadership, ideally with 5 years in a global capacity Background in neuroscience, sleep medicine, neurology, psychiatry, or rare diseases Proven record of managing at least one global product launch across multiple regions Experience acting as a global medical lead for late-stage or commercial products Deep understanding of medical affairs, evidence generation, and commercialization readiness Strong capability to strategize in a matrix organization Exceptional skills in communication, presentations, and stakeholder management Benefits Eligible for a company-sponsored 401(k) and pension Comprehensive vacation benefits Access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care Life insurance and death benefits Well-being benefits including employee assistance programs and fitness initiatives Participation in company bonus program based on performance Eligibility for time off and leave of absence benefits Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.