Senior Medical Director, Global Medical Device

Role Summary

Senior Medical Director, Global Medical Device — lead the medical strategy for the ThecaFlex DRx System, an implantable intrathecal catheter and related devices. Provide strategic leadership within the Global Medical Team to advance patient-centered device solutions and ensure alignment with inclusive workforce goals.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain close partnerships with key medical experts and healthcare providers to inform the Global Medical Affairs strategy.
• Develop and implement medical strategies for devices.
• Oversee evidence generation plans specific to device value.
• Partner with therapeutic area Medical Directors to integrate devices into therapy strategies.
• Generate medical insights to inform strategic and tactical plans across functions.
• Lead high-impact medical activities, including advisory boards, medical education, and research projects.
• Collaborate with clinical device units and clinical development teams to support development programs and enhance site engagement activities.
• Support scientific communications in the development and execution of publication plans for impactful data dissemination and education strategies.
• Identify and advance collaborations with external stakeholders, including healthcare and patient advocacy organizations.
• Foster a positive team climate in alignment with Biogen‚Äôs culture.

Qualifications

• Required Skills:
  • Advanced degree required: MD, PhD, or equivalent advanced degree.
  • 8+ years of industry experience, preferably in Headquarters-based Medical Affairs, Scientific Affairs, or Field clinical engineering roles.
  • Relevant experience in the medical device industry.
  • Expertise in developing, communicating, and executing comprehensive medical affairs plans.
  • Proven ability to build productive collaborations with medical experts.
  • Strong working knowledge of US and ex-US regulations relevant to Medical Affairs.
  • Agility, self-starter mindset, and comfort operating in ambiguous settings.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven track record of delivering results that meet or exceed objectives.
  • Ability to travel 30-40%.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with medical launches and products at different lifecycle stages.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and collaborate with global, regional, and affiliate medical teams.
• Project management skills with initiative to solve complex and challenging problems.

Education

• Not specified

Additional Requirements

• Travel 30-40% of time.