Director, Medical Affairs MSL - Nephrology (Central)

Role Summary

Vertex is seeking 3 regional field medical pharmaceutical leaders to stand up a high performing field medical science liaison (MSL) team to support our aspirations of bringing Povetacicept to patients for the treatment of Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy (IgAN). With several innovative medicines in development, we are looking for a strong track record of developing and executing field medical launch strategies, an understanding of key thought leaders among practicing clinicians and within organizations (Integrated Delivery Networks, etc), and ability to motivate and develop teams. The Regional Directors, Medical Affairs Medical Science Liaison (MSL) will lead the strategic vision and direction for field teams in USMA to ensure alignment of the assigned therapeutic/product and pipeline portfolio across external stakeholders, and will engage cross-functional partners to advance Vertex science.

Responsibilities

• Attract, hire, develop and retain top field medical talent; oversees team operational activities including personnel, financial resources, and training requirements.
• Lead, manage, coach and develop therapeutic field leadership team including Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Directors, Field Medical Strategy and Operations and MSLs.
• Engage internal leaders across Vertex and external stakeholders to ensure that field medical is addressing the pressing needs of the healthcare community through continuous innovation while maintaining the highest compliance standards.
• Ensure operational translation of corporate and medical strategic priorities into objectives, KPIs, and clear engagement guidance (e.g. MSL-clinical collaboration on studies, TL stratification and engagement planning, disease state education programs, evidence generation projects) based on region and country specific needs for the field medical organization.
• Develop mutually collaborative partnerships with internal stakeholder groups such as USMA Strategy Team, Global Strategy, Med Comms, Medical Information and Medical Excellence, Clinical Development, RWE, HEOR and Commercial (Sales, Managed Markets).
• Collaborate with Field Medical Operations and Medical Excellence to identify gaps and develop solution-oriented tools, technology infrastructure and training requirements necessary to fulfill field medical activities.
• Partner effectively with the USMA Therapeutics Area Head to deliver the tools, resources and materials needed by the field teams to create meaningful scientific exchange.
• Lead and encourage innovative approaches in field medical by staying abreast of industry benchmarks and evolving field models to maximize customer value and impact.
• Implement strategies to build team capabilities in anticipation of and in response to the evolving internal and external environment, including leading external assessment initiatives to better understand external stakeholder needs.

Qualifications

• Required: Advanced degree in health sciences or related field (e.g., PharmD, PhD, or MD).
• Required: 7+ years of pharmaceutical Medical Affairs experience.
• Required: 3+ years of supervisory/management experience.
• Required: Demonstrated understanding of legal and regulatory guidelines of the pharmaceutical industry.
• Preferred: Strong nephrology and/or immunology background.

Skills

• Proven track record of strong strategic leadership, teamwork, innovation, project management and demonstrated ability to manage, lead and mentor individuals.
• Demonstrated in-depth, specialized understanding of legal and regulatory guidelines of pharmaceutical industry.
• Performance oriented with business acumen and focus on customer service and patient-centric attitude.
• Excellent clinical and business acumen to drive improvements, innovation, and bottom-line results.
• Exceptional communication and relationship building skills.

Education

• Requires advanced degree in health sciences or related field, such as PharmD, PhD or MD.

Additional Requirements

• Travel: 50-60% of time (travel required).