Senior Medical Director, Medical Affairs - Firdapse (Rare Disease)

TL;DR

Senior Medical Director, Medical Affairs (Firdapse): Lead development and execution of Medical Affairs strategy and tactical plans for assigned franchise with an accent on KOL relationships, MSL team leadership, and cross-functional partnerships. Focus on building aligned medical plans, supporting US launches, and advancing investigator-initiated research in neuromuscular and rare diseases.

Location: Fully Remote (US focus, 60% travel required)

Salary: $330,000–$373,000

Company

Pharmaceutical company specializing in therapies for rare neuromuscular diseases.

What you will do

• Develop and execute Medical Affairs strategies and plans aligned with US brand needs for commercialized and late-stage assets.
• Build and maintain relationships with KOLs, scientific experts, and study sites; educate healthcare professionals on therapies.
• Lead and manage Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team, including recruitment, onboarding, performance, and field coaching.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Clinical Development, and other teams to support launches, brand strategies, and clinical trial enrollment.
• Provide medical input on promotional materials, patient advocacy, investigator-initiated research, and business insights.
• Report activities and feedback to senior leadership including CEO.

Requirements

• MD degree required
• 5-10 years clinical practice; additional 5-10 years in clinical research, pharma, or related experience.
• 5+ years Global or US Medical Affairs experience, preferably neuromuscular/rare diseases, with MSL team management.
• Knowledge of biostatistics, epidemiology; understanding of pharma commercial operations.
• Strong scientific, presentation, communication skills; strategic thinking; launch experience.
• 60% travel required; work outside normal hours including weekends
• Full-cycle talent management for credentialed professionals.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and retirement savings plan with company match.
• Matrixed environment emphasizing cross-functional collaboration and innovation.