Pharmaceuticals; Biotechnology; Research

Senior Director, Medical Affairs, Neuromuscular Disorders (NMD)

Concord, MAOnsiteFull TimeDirector$290,000–$320,000 /yrPosted 23 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

PharmD
MD
US Medical Affairs
pharmaceutical
biotechnology
medical communications
rare diseases
neurology
neuromuscular disorders
U.S. medical

Nice to have

givinostat
Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Duvyzat
early marketed product

Role summary

The Senior Director, Medical Affairs, Neuromuscular Disorders (NMD) will lead the development and execution of the US medical strategy for givinostat in Duchenne muscular dystrophy. This role serves as a key medical representative, supporting external medical expert engagement, evidence generation, and cross-functional collaboration. Responsibilities include overseeing medical plans, leading the US Neuromuscular Medical Affairs team (including MSLs), managing medical education, scientific exchange, and evidence generation initiatives, and providing medical/scientific support for clinical development programs. The position requires a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in U.S. Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with prior leadership of cross-functional medical teams. Experience in rare diseases, neurology, or neuromuscular disorders is strongly preferred.

Reports to: VP, US Medical Affairs & Patient Advocacy

About This Role:

Be responsible for execution of the US Neurometabolic Medical Affairs strategy aligned with corporate objectives and product lifecycle needs.

Implement and oversee the execution of US medical plans for Duvyzat, ensuring integration of regulatory, clinical, commercial and global medical perspectives.

Lead and development the U.S. Neuromuscular Medical Affairs team, including Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs).

Oversee the execution of medical education, scientific exchange, and non-registrational evidence-generation initiatives.

Act as a strategic thought partner across Medical Affairs, R&D, and commercial teams.

Provide medical and scientific support for late-stage clinical development programs, ensuring alignment with business and regulatory strategies.

Support training and development of internal teams on product science and disease education.

Implement right-sized systems and processes to optimize effectiveness of the medical affairs neurometabolic organization

Establish and maintain strong, trusted relationships with external medical experts, academic institutions, and medical societies.

Oversee a comprehensive medical KOL engagement and insights-generation strategy.

Localize medical information and publication resources.

Develop medical governance frameworks to maintain high ethical and compliance standards in all engagements.

Required Skills:

Advanced degree required (PharmD, MD, or PhD; PharmD strongly preferred).

Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in U.S. Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.

Prior leadership of cross-functional medical teams, including MSLs and medical communications.

Experience in rare diseases, neurology, or neuromuscular disorders is strongly preferred.

Deep knowledge of U.S. medical, regulatory, and pharmacovigilance standards.

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and to build highly effective and accountable teams from the ground up.

Experience supporting an early marketed product.

Collaborative and decisive leader with a proven ability to navigate and contribute effectively within a matrixed organization.

Exceptional interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partners.

Additional Information:

The base compensation range for this role is: $290,000 - $320,000. Compensation is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

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