Sr. Manager, Medical Field

About the role

Taiho Oncology is on a mission to improve the lives of patients with cancer, their families, and caregivers. The Sr. Manager, Medical Field plays a crucial role in engaging with healthcare practitioners, sharing scientific data, and facilitating clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Engage in the exchange of scientific data and education of healthcare practitioners on Taiho products and relevant disease states.
• Facilitate clinical research and ensure successful implementation of the medical affairs strategic plan within an assigned geographic region.
• Provide high-quality scientific information to healthcare professionals and serve as a conduit for accurate and updated clinical, scientific, and medical information.
• Establish, foster, and maintain peer relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and HCPs in the therapeutic areas of interest to Taiho Oncology.
• Identify and report key scientific, clinical, and research insights from KOLs and HCPs to Medical Affairs.
• Respond to unsolicited medical information requests in the field.
• Collaborate with internal colleagues and KOLs/HCPs on Medical Affairs initiatives including publications, advisory boards, medical meetings, and training.
• Support data generation for Investigator-Initiated Trials (IITs) and HCP-initiated projects.
• Facilitate the review and follow-up of submitted IITs.
• Assist with Taiho-sponsored trials as assigned, including recommendations for site selection, clinical data presentation, and communication of scientific insights.
• Work in conjunction with the appropriate internal departments to support Taiho’s collaborations with professional organizations, societies, advocacy groups, GPOs, and large networked practices.
• Use medical affairs plans to develop and align the tactical plan for the Sr. Manager Medical Field's geography of responsibility and implement plans to support Medical Affairs' strategic direction for assigned territory.

Requirements

• A terminal degree (MD, PharmD, or PhD) in medical or health sciences is strongly preferred or equivalent.
• Three years of experience in a field-facing scientific role is preferred, with Medical Field experience being preferred.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
• One or more years of oncology experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of oncology KOLs, HCPs, and institutions in the geography to be covered is preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical trials is preferred.
• Knowledge of treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, and OIG guidelines is required.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills are required.
• Ability to network and partner with important external customers, including medical thought leaders, academic institutions, large group practices, medical directors, and pharmacy directors is required.
• Demonstrated ability and experience working cross-functionally, as well as influencing and negotiating at all levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate, organize, plan, and handle multiple changing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while adhering to Medical Affairs' strategic direction.
• Demonstrated proficiency in communicating upward, downward, and laterally, verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex situations and proactively identify opportunities/issues; effectively solve problems that cross functional boundaries.
• Committed to the concept of team and working within the framework of the Medical Affairs Department and Taiho organization, including as it pertains to compliance with policies, systems, and practices.
• Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical information and data.
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Individual should be able to apply critical thinking process in order to optimize strategic initiatives and decision making.
• Requires operational proficiency with PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Requires demonstrated ability to work with software tracking/logging systems.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification Requirements: A terminal degree (MD, PharmD, or PhD) in medical or health sciences is strongly preferred or equivalent.

Skills

• Knowledge of oncology KOLs, HCPs, and institutions in the geography to be covered is preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical trials is preferred.
• Knowledge of treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, and OIG guidelines is required.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills are required.
• Ability to network and partner with important external customers, including medical thought leaders, academic institutions, large group practices, medical directors, and pharmacy directors is required.
• Demonstrated ability and experience working cross-functionally, as well as influencing and negotiating at all levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate, organize, plan, and handle multiple changing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while adhering to Medical Affairs' strategic direction.
• Demonstrated proficiency in communicating upward, downward, and laterally, verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex situations and proactively identify opportunities/issues; effectively solve problems that cross functional boundaries.
• Committed to the concept of team and working within the framework of the Medical Affairs Department and Taiho organization, including as it pertains to compliance with policies, systems, and practices.
• Operational proficiency with PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to work with software tracking/logging systems.

Benefits

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $178,500 - $210,000 annually. This pay range is based on the market range for positions of this type. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including annual bonus/incentive comp plans, potential long-term incentive plans, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave).