Senior Director, Medical Affairs MSL - T1D

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
50 Northern Avenue (Show on map)
Apr 17, 2025
Job Description General Summary: The Senior Director, Medical Affairs MSL (T1D) 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 Senior 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 area field team 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. Engage internal leaders and external stakeholders (T1D and transplant-team care providers) to ensure that field medical is addressing the pressing unmet medical 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, Thought Leader 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 US Medical Affairs Strategy Team, Global Medical, Med Comms, Medical Information and Medical Excellence, Clinical Development, RWE, HEOR and Commercial (Sales, Managed Markets). Lead and direct 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: Proven track record of strong strategic leadership, teamwork, innovation, project management and demonstrated ability to manage, lead and mentor individuals Demonstrated in-depth, specialized understanding of legal and regulatory guidelines of pharmaceutical industry Performance oriented with business acumen and focus on customer service and patient-centric attitude Excellent clinical and business acumen to drive improvements, innovation, and bottom-line results. Exceptional communication and relationship building skills Education and Experience: Requires advanced degree in health sciences or related field, such as PharmD, PhD or MD degree Requires 10+ years of experience in medical affairs with 5+ years focus on field medical capabilities, or equivalent combination of education and experience Requires 5+ years of experience of leading and managing individuals with an advanced scientific degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience Pay Range: $237,500 - $356,200 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. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com