Senior Medical Director, Nephrology, Global Medical Affairs

Biogen Idec

Pharmaceutical Industry

6349 Baar, Zug - Schweiz

Director

Experteer Overview

In this role you will lead global medical strategy for Biogen’s nephrology programs, shaping launch plans for Glomerular nephritis therapies such as IgAN and PMN. You’ll partner with external nephrology experts and cross-functional teams to generate insights, drive evidence generation, and support dissemination of data. The role blends scientific leadership with strategic execution to advance Biogen’s position in nephrology and improve patient outcomes. A key hook is shaping medical leadership across global launches while engaging diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Build strong partnerships with nephrology experts to inform medical and cross-functional plans
Develop and align medical strategies for clinical development and launch activities in Glomerular nephritis (IgAN, PMN)
Lead high-impact medical activities (advisory boards, medical education, research projects, KME engagement)
Collaborate with clinical development and operations to enhance site engagement and identify centers of excellence
Lead evidence generation efforts including investigator-initiated studies and Phase 4 research
Coordinate with scientific communications to support publication plans and education strategies
Identify and foster collaborations with external stakeholders including healthcare and patient advocacy groups
May have direct reports

Key requirements

Advanced degree: MD, PhD or PharmD
8+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably in a headquarters-based Global Medical Affairs role
Experience in developing and executing a Global medical affairs plan
Proven ability to lead and align global, regional, and affiliate medical activities
Ability to work independently and progress key projects with limited direction
Strong cross-functional collaboration and risk-sharing mindset
Excellent communication with diplomacy and ability to bridge science and relationships
Solid knowledge of ex-US regulations relevant to Medical Affairs
Ability to work across time zones and travel 30-40%

Diplomacy Cross-functional collaboration Strong communication Global medical strategy development Evidence generation planning (including investigator-initiated research)Launch planning and lifecycle management

Description

In this role you will lead global medical strategy for Biogen’s nephrology programs, shaping launch plans for Glomerular nephritis therapies…

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