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Overview

Medical Director, US Medical Affairs, Women\u2019s Cancer

Eisai is focused on satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers as part of Eisai\u2019s human health care (hhc) mission. The company is growing in neurology and oncology with emphasis on research and development and a history of innovative medicines, including the discovery of the world\u2019s most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer\u2019s disease. Eisai is seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference.

The Medical Director will provide medical leadership for medical affairs strategy, planning and supportive tactics for the assigned therapeutic area. Under the direction of the Senior Medical Director, this role will be responsible for working with key stakeholders to develop and execute the medical affairs plan, including post-marketing research, medical education, research grants, medical advisory boards, and scientific communication/publication components of the overall medical operating plan. Provide strategic development, planning, implementation and oversight of Phase IV clinical trial programs within the Medical Affairs department for products in the therapeutic area. The Medical Director will utilize expert medical/scientific knowledge in the assigned therapeutic area to provide strategic input for the development of product strategies and liaise with external stakeholders to solicit feedback and strengthen Eisai\u2019s medical reputation in the disease state community. This role is responsible for approval of medical and scientific content of all relevant materials/communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop medical strategy for major products and/or indications and provide critical medical input into the lifecycle management strategies in responsible therapeutic areas.
• Plan and implement Phase IV clinical development programs for assigned products.
• Create IIS strategies and review proposals in conjunction with company policies.
• Participate in the review of CME grants.
• Serve as a medical leader and subject matter expert for relevant external (HCPs, strategic alliances etc.) and internal stakeholders.
• Serve as a medical expert to provide direction for assigned products on key internal business processes including active participation in relevant medical review committees.
• Work with key internal stakeholders to support development and communication of medical plans for the therapeutic area and track progress for reporting.
• Seek all relevant approvals of medical and scientific content for assigned therapeutic areas.
• Incorporate insights from scientific trends and treatment landscape by participating in external events and activities.
• Liaise with external stakeholders to solicit feedback and strengthen Eisai\u2019s medical reputation in the disease state community.
• Direct and manage financial planning/forecasting and budget management, vendor management, timeline development and tracking, and assess resource needs for respective program(s) within the scope of work.
• Manage talent within own area in terms of goal setting, performance management, development, and engagement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in the pharm/biotech industry
• Advanced degree in sciences (PharmD, PhD, or MD) with substantial experience in the pharma/biotech industry.
• Deep subject matter expertise in the relevant area along with a broad overall experience.
• Preferred experience in the Oncology therapeutic area including in an in-house Medical Affairs role in a strategic decision-making capacity.
• Practical knowledge of FDA regulations/ICH guidelines regarding conduct of clinical studies in the relevant therapeutic area.
• Substantial experience across areas of Medical Affairs\' functions or phase II/III/IV clinical trials and diseases in the therapeutic area is preferred.
• Past leadership experience with management responsibilities (budgets, resources, vendors etc.) for cross-functional teams at a country/large-region level.
• Business need-driven role based on proven performance in earlier role.

Bachelor\u2019s degree (Master\u2019s preferred) and 10+ years of relevant experience. Experience in Life Sciences industry preferred.

Skills: Communication & Cross-functional Influence, Critical Thinking & Business Agility, Healthcare Environment Dynamics, MA Strategic Thinking, Mentoring/ People Development, Resource Planning & Management, Technical Breadth (Medical Affairs)

Salary and Compliance

The Eisai Salary Transparency Language: The base salary range for the Medical Director, US Medical Affairs, Women\u2019s Cancer is from :217,000-284,800.

Under current guidelines, this position is eligible to participate in: Eisai Inc. Annual Incentive Plan & Eisai Inc. Long Term Incentive Plan.

Final pay determinations will depend on various factors including but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, and skills.

Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. For additional information on Company employee benefits programs, visit

Certain other benefits may be available for this position, please discuss any questions with your recruiter.

Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and in practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. Eisai prohibits discrimination against persons because of disability, including disabled veterans. Eisai Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of all new hires in the United States. Right To Work. E-Verify Participation.

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