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(Sr) Medical Affairs Scientific Director

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Planet Pharma Group

Clayton, NC (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 3 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/29/2026

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Position Purpose:
Support the development of scientifically-sound medical plans in Pulmonology and Critical Care related therapeutic areas. Develop and lead Medical Affairs initiatives and strategies aligned with the global and US medical plan to support innovation and company goals. Provide medical guidance and consultation to internal stakeholders and educate external customers in therapeutic areas of interest and in support of existing products and innovation portfolio. Build and/or maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and gather insights to inform company strategy and innovation portfolio. •Opportunity is US-based with 20% national/international travel; Can be based in RTP, North Carolina or remote (home office)
Major Tasks of Position:
Serve as the therapy area expert for internal and external stakeholders. Provides expert clinical and scientific support to internal teams in the Scientific Innovation Office and commercial functions. Support development of global and US medical affairs plans in alignment with business objectives. Contribute to commercial strategic planning globally and in the US. Build/maintain relationships with scientific thought leaders in Pulmonology and Critical Care and related indications Provide product and disease-specific education and training to internal stakeholders and external customers Participate in and/or facilitate advisory boards, speaker training meetings, symposia, webinars, standalone meetings, etc Review promotional materials and medical information letters to ensure medical accuracy Contribute to the development and execution of publication plans and strategies Review investigator initiated research concepts and proposals and make funding recommendations Serve as a company ambassador during engagements with external patient advocacy organizations Provides strategic input for business development plans and provide scientific/medical review for BD opportunities Attends global and national medical conferences and report key findings and insights to internal stakeholders Partner with patient advocacy, regulatory, HEOR, and market access to support US and global needs Qualifications/Skills/Education MD with at least 8 years experience in Pulmonology and Critical Care, Board Certification preferred, prior academic position preferred Knowledge of medical affairs within plasma/pharmaceutical industry experience preferred Advanced analytical and strategic thinking skills Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills Excellent relationship building skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders Results-driven and committed to excellence in the achievement of objectives Willingness to travel within the US and globally to attend internal and external events/conferences (15-20%) Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.
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If a job level requires a Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate's degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 2 years of experience. Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Occasionally walks and stands. Occasionally bends and twists neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25lbs. Frequently drives to site locations with occasional travel within the United States. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences. Interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Must work with diverse groups to obtain consensus on issues.