(Sr) Medical Affairs Scientific Director

Position Purpose:

Support the development of scientifically-sound medical plans in Pulmonology and Critical Care related therapeutic areas. Develop and lead Medical Affairs initiatives and strategies aligned with the global and US medical plan to support innovation and company goals. Provide medical guidance and consultation to internal stakeholders and educate external customers in therapeutic areas of interest and in support of Grifols existing products and innovation portfolio. Build and/or maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and gather insights to inform company strategy and innovation portfolio.

Major Tasks of Position:

1. Serve as the therapy area expert for internal and external stakeholders. Provides expert clinical and scientific support to internal teams in the Scientific Innovation Office and commercial functions.
2. Support development of global and US medical affairs plans in alignment with business objectives. Contribute to commercial strategic planning globally and in the US.
3. Build/maintain relationships with scientific thought leaders in Pulmonology and Critical Care and related indications
4. Provide product and disease-specific education and training to internal stakeholders and external customers
5. Participate in and/or facilitate advisory boards, speaker training meetings, symposia, webinars, standalone meetings, etc
6. Review promotional materials and medical information letters to ensure medical accuracy
7. Contribute to the development and execution of publication plans and strategies
8. Review investigator initiated research concepts and proposals and make funding recommendations
9. Serve as a company ambassador during engagements with external patient advocacy organizations
10. Provides strategic input for business development plans and provide scientific/medical review for BD opportunities
11. Attends global and national medical conferences and report key findings and insights to internal stakeholders
12. Partner with patient advocacy, regulatory, HEOR, and market access to support US and global needs

Qualifications/Skills/Education

• MD with at least 8 years experience in Pulmonology and Critical Care, Board Certification preferred, prior academic position preferred
• Knowledge of medical affairs within plasma/pharmaceutical industry experience preferred
• Advanced analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills
• Excellent relationship building skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Results-driven and committed to excellence in the achievement of objectives
• Willingness to travel within the US and globally to attend internal and external events/conferences (15-20%)
• Depending on the experience, this role can also be hired at a Director level.
• Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements. Example: If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.

Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Occasionally walks and stands. Occasionally bends and twists neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25lbs. Frequently drives to site locations with occasional travel within the United States. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences. Interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Must work with diverse groups to obtain consensus on issues.

The estimated pay scale for Sr. Medical Affairs Scientific Director role based in Research Triangle Park, NC and/or Remote based is $200,000 to $305,000 per year. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 15% to 30% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, life insurance, PTO, paid holidays and up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909, Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years, and you can grow with us!