Disease Area Medical Lead - Rare Disease
Core
Lead a Medical Affairs portfolio spanning nephrology, haematology, and transplant for rare diseases, empowering teams and translating insights into strategies that advance patient care.
Role type
Senior Medical Affairs Lead (Rare Disease)
Builds
Strategic medical plans and evidence generation for in-market brands and pre-launch assets
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals / Rare Disease
Required skills
Medical Affairs strategy, people leadership (MSLs/Medical Managers), scientific credibility, cross-functional partnership, medical governance, AI/digital tools adoption
Preferred skills
Rare disease/orphan drug experience, product launch experience, real-world evidence platforms, doctoral qualification (MD/PhD/Pharm.D), AI/digital health certification
Technologies
AI tools, advanced analytics, digital health platforms
Responsibilities
Lead creation and implementation of Medical Affairs plans; Coach and develop MSLs and Medical Managers; Embed Medical Excellence standards; Champion responsible use of AI and digital tools; Oversee evidence generation and compliant scientific exchange; Partner with Commercial, Market Access, Regulatory, and global teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people leadership