Head Rare Diseases, US Medical Affairs

Role: Lead the strategic and operational medical affairs functions for Biogen's US Rare Diseases portfolio, encompassing marketed and pipeline assets in SMA, ALS, and Friedreich’s Ataxia. Responsibilities include developing medical strategies, overseeing field medical teams, and ensuring scientific content, external engagement, and lifecycle management align with corporate goals. Serve as the primary medical liaison across commercial, regulatory, and global teams; lead cross-functional initiatives; and manage budgets. Qualifications: MD, PhD, PharmD, or DNP; 12+ years in Medical Affairs with at least 5 years leading teams across complex therapeutic areas, preferably in Rare Diseases or Neurology. Deep expertise in medical engagement, regulatory environment, and scientific communication is required. High-Value: Focus on high unmet need rare neurological disorders, late-stage development and marketed products, with a strategic leadership scope in a matrixed environment. Work setup and travel specifics are not stated.