Medical Affairs Lead (Global Rare Diseases)

TL;DR

Medical Affairs Lead (Global Rare Diseases): Leading capability development across the global Medical Affairs organization to enhance scientific depth and business acumen for roles like MSLs and Medical Directors with an accent on the design and implementation of role-based learning journeys. Focus on conducting capability assessments, developing competency frameworks, and scaling training initiatives across global affiliates.

Location: United States (Unit based in Boston, Massachusetts)

Company

hirify.global is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, specializing in innovative drugs across various therapeutic areas.

What you will do

• Conduct capability assessments across Medical Affairs to define global learning priorities aligned with portfolio goals.
• Design and implement role-based learning journeys for MSLs, Medical Directors, and Scientific Communications teams.
• Establish frameworks to track training progress, effectiveness, and impact across different regions and affiliates.
• Collaborate with HR, L&D, Compliance, and Commercial teams to align content and incorporate field insights.
• Manage learning tools and digital platforms to enhance engagement and measure adoption.
• Benchmark against industry standards and champion a culture of continuous learning and peer-learning networks.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Medical Affairs, Scientific Training, or L&D within pharma or biotech.
• Solid understanding of Medical Affairs functions, including MSL, Medical Director, and Scientific Communication roles.
• Experience designing and delivering adult learning programs in scientific or regulated environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or related field (Advanced degree PharmD, PhD, MD preferred).
• Strong project management, prioritization, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a matrix organization and lead without direct authority.

Nice to have

• Experience in rare disease or specialty therapeutic areas.
• MBA or additional leadership and organizational development training.
• Expertise in digital learning, e-learning design, or learning technology platforms.
• Experience managing global or multi-affiliate teams.
• Track record of measuring training impact using KPIs or performance outcomes.

Culture & Benefits

• Culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behavior at every level.
• Certified B Corp with sustainability embedded in bylaws.
• Strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity.
• Dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and professional development training.