Director, Medical Affairs MSL - Nephrology (East)

Regional Field Medical Pharmaceutical Leader

Vertex is seeking three regional field medical pharmaceutical leaders to stand up a high performing field medical science liaison (MSL) team to support our aspirations of bringing Povetacicept to patients for the treatment of Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy (IgAN). With several innovative medicines in development, we are looking for a strong track record of developing and executing field medical launch strategies, an understanding of key thought leaders among practicing clinicians and within organizations (Integrated Delivery Networks, etc), and ability to motivate and develop teams.

General Summary

The Regional Director(s), Medical Affairs Medical Science Liaison (MSL) will report to the National Executive Director, Medical Affairs Medical Science Liaison (MSL's). The incumbent directs, leads, and oversees the implementation of the strategic vision and direction for field teams in USMA to ensure alignment of the assigned therapeutic / product and pipeline portfolio across diverse sets of external stakeholders. The director identifies, communicates, and addresses trends in the US healthcare environment and engages with cross-functional partners including research, clinical development, medical, and commercial teams in support of advancing the awareness and understanding of Vertex science.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Attract, hire, develop and retain top field medical talent; oversees team operational activities including personnel, financial resources, and training requirements.
• Lead, manage, coach and develop therapeutic field leadership team including Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Directors, Field Medical Strategy and Operations and MSLs.
• Engage internal leaders across Vertex and external stakeholders to ensure that field medical is addressing the pressing needs of the healthcare community through continuous innovation while maintaining the highest compliance standards.
• Ensure operational translation of corporate and medical strategic priorities into objectives, KPIs, and clear engagement guidance (e.g. MSL-clinical collaboration on studies, TL stratification and engagement planning, disease state education programs, evidence generation projects) based on region and country specific needs for the field medical organization.
• Develop mutually collaborative partnerships with internal stakeholder groups such as USMA Strategy Team, Global Strategy, Med Comms, Medical Information and Medical Excellence, Clinical Development, RWE, HEOR and Commercial (Sales, Managed Markets).
• Collaborate with Field Medical Operations and Medical Excellence to identify gaps and develop solution-oriented tools, technology infrastructure and training requirements necessary to fulfill field medical activities.
• Partner effectively with the USMA Therapeutics Area Head to deliver the tools, resources and materials needed by the field teams to create meaningful scientific exchange.
• Lead and encourage innovative approaches in field medical by staying abreast of industry benchmarks and evolving field models to maximize customer value and impact.
• Implement strategies to build team capabilities in anticipation of and in response to the evolving internal and external environment. This includes leading external assessment initiatives that lead to a better understanding of the needs of external stakeholders.

Knowledge and Skills

Education and Experience

Pay Range

$203,800 - $305,700

Disclosure Statement

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.