Senior Medical Director

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease.  A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.

The Senior Medical Director, Global Medical Affairs – Oncology will serve as a key leader within the global medical affairs team, driving strategic initiatives to advance myeloid malignancy programs and ensure alignment with corporate objectives. This role involves leading global medical strategies for oncology assets, including fostering collaborations with alliance partner companies, and supporting evidence generation and scientific exchange to improve patient outcomes. The position requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and expertise in oncology therapeutic areas.

• Develop and execute the global medical affairs strategy for oncology assets, including pre-launch planning and long-term strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., R&D, HEOR, Market Access) to ensure alignment of medical strategies with broader corporate goals.
• Lead integrated medical data generation plans, including clinical trials and real-world evidence projects.
• Work closely with alliance partner companies to align on joint medical strategies, ensuring seamless collaboration across shared programs.
• Coordinate activities related to evidence generation, external engagement, and shared medical initiatives with the alliance partner.
• Serve as the primary medical scientific lead for healthcare decision-makers globally, facilitating scientific exchange on disease state management and the clinical/economic value of oncology products.
• Identify evidence gaps and provide insights to internal teams to inform portfolio development and customer engagement strategies.
• Oversee ongoing medical studies and ensure high-quality outcomes aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare systems, advocacy organizations, and payer networks globally.
• Represent the organization at major scientific conferences and advisory boards to communicate medical insights and establish thought leadership in oncology.
• Mentor junior team members and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation within the global medical affairs team.

Education

• Advanced degree required (MD, PharmD, or PhD preferred). Additional qualifications in health economics, public health, or health policy are a plus.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in medical affairs within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is required; Liquid tumor experience strongly preferred.
• A combination of Global and Regional/Country medical affairs experience strongly preferred.
• Proven track record in developing global medical strategies and leading cross-functional teams is required.
• Experience working collaboratively with alliance partners or external stakeholders is strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of HEOR disciplines, biostatistics, clinical trial design, and evidence-based medicine principles.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Strategic thinking with demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders across matrix environments.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; familiarity with tools used in clinical trial design or health outcomes research is advantageous.

Non-Technical Skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing ambiguity effectively.
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability within multinational organizations.
• Passion for personal learning and professional development.

Location & Employment Type

• This position is based in Princeton, NJ with flexibility for hybrid working arrangements as needed.
• This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead transformative oncology programs while fostering meaningful partnerships within a dynamic global environment
• This position will require up to 35% domestic and international travel

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