[Hiring] Scientific Director @Menarini Group

Role Description

As a Scientific Director working on the US Medical Affairs team, you will be accountable for the external engagement strategy, medical education (CME, symposia, advisory boards), medical affairs resource development and training for tagraxofusp and the hematology pipeline. It is essential to establish strong partnerships with Commercial and Clinical stakeholders in establishing the strategy which is wholly aligned with the cross-functional plan. Excellent collaboration and exchange with countries and the Regions is crucial in order to ensure the execution of the global strategy at local level and to ensure that countries needs are reflected in the global strategy.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to annual medical brand planning and the US Medical Affairs (USMA) strategy
• Collect and synthesize internal and external insights to inform the USMA strategy and develop actions based on insight themes
• Provide support and life cycle management for tagraxofusp and pipeline hematology assets
• Drive alignment on medical need within the organization to ensure maximal functional and regional/country input
• Build US medical tactics including US medical field resources and training
• Lead medical affairs hematology content development, adaptation and integrity (i.e. field materials)
• Drive medical affairs activity including at US hematology-oncology congresses
• Planning, organization and delivery of hematology HQ-led sessions at internal meetings
• Represent USMA as part of key internal meetings/workstreams including investigator sponsored trial reviews, medical strategy team and integrated brand team
• Lead external interactions with stakeholders including key external experts, advisory boards, academic groups, scientific societies, and patient advocacy groups
• Build and Maintain US External Expert network in collaboration with the asset leads
• Develop and execute Key External Experts (KEE) engagement plans
• Hematology Training Lead (Medical & Commercial as needed)
• Assist in publication strategy and support
• Integrate into workstreams with patient advocacy and CDx teams

Qualifications

• Advanced medical and/or scientific degree (e.g., MD/DO, PhD, PharmD, PA, NP)
• Minimum of 5 years combined oncology clinical, research and/or pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience, with medical affairs experience strongly preferred.
• Hematology experience required, knowledge of BPDCN and AML preferred.
• Experience with Medical Affairs platforms, systems and processes (e.g. Veeva CRM, PRC submission)
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate high-level business goals into practical, executable operational plans.
• Leadership & Influence: Exceptional ability to lead complex projects, influence stakeholders at all levels, and drive organizational change without direct reporting authority.
• Analytical Rigor: Proficient in data analysis, reporting, and utilizing metrics to drive improvements.
• Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail with an unwavering focus on quality and compliance.
• Track record of working well in a dynamic environment and enjoy working with different stakeholders (clinical, pre-clinical, external customers, etc.)
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical priorities for different healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and research associates
• History of being successful in fast-paced, dynamic environment, self-motivated, works with limited supervision
• Ability to execute both tactical and strategic work are requirements.
• Capability to work independently or in a team structure and, to adjust effectively to work within new structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
• Teamwork is a mandatory requirement; excellent collaboration, presentation, and communication skills (both written and oral) required.
• Strong organizational skills, collaborative leadership for committee participation, and the ability to deliver high-impact training sessions.
• Demonstrated budget and resource management skills
• Remote Position with Travel up to 50% as needed, including occasional international travel

Benefits

• Base Salary Range of $242,000-$265,000
• Generous compensation and benefits packages
• Short- and Long-Term Incentive Programs
• Fidelity 401(k) (with 6% company match)
• Anthem Premier PPO and HDHP insurance plans
• Company paid Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• Pre-tax FSA/HSA programs

Company Description

Menarini Stemline is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.