Gossamer Bio · 1 month ago
Senior Director, US & LATAM Field Medical Affairs
Field Based - US
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$250K/yr - $275K/yr
12+ years expGossamer Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies. The Senior Director of US & LATAM Field Medical Affairs will provide subject matter expertise and support the VP Medical Affairs in coordinating US Medical Affairs activities, with a focus on clinical development programs and stakeholder engagement.
BiotechnologyHealth CareTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Lead Medical Science Liaison Function in the US
Work with the ROW MSLs Leadership and team and the global trainer on training plans, training needs, materials development for training and field use, and field coaching needs within and across the overall MSL team
Work closely with the Director MSL’s, clinical operations and clinical development to ensure alignment as it pertains to clinical study sites, communications and enrollment plans and activities
Provide analysis of clinical trial site activities, patient enrollment tracking and performance metrics and in conjunction with the Director of MSL’s, clinical development and clinical operations to identity enrollment success and challenges
In collaboration with Director MSL’s, clinical operations and clinical development, identify, communicate, and escalate critical issues, risks, lack of site responsiveness with a plan-of-action including deploying resources to address/mitigate
In collaboration with Medical Affairs VP, Sr Directors and directors facilitate overall Medical Affairs planning and provide guidance/recommendations to ensure alignment with medical affairs and company strategy and goals; develop and track timelines, monitor status, prioritize tasks and alert team to potential risks or concerns and support appropriate triage
Work with VP and Directors of Med Affairs on thought leader and HCP engagement through planning and execution of Advisory Board Meetings, round tables etc., and ensure alignment with key Gossamer Bio functions on strategic messaging. Lead strategic conversations and liaise with external stakeholders to strengthen Gossamer's medical reputation in the disease-state community
Attend regional, national and international conferences on Gossamer’s behalf to provide and solicit feedback on current landscape, competitive landscape and for continued cultivation of relationships
Educate the PAH, PH and IPF/ILD communities & create awareness of Gossamer and its ongoing clinical studies, with particular focus on phase 3
Provide leadership and strategic direction to stakeholders in interactions and communications with external customers, thought leaders, strategic alliances, key organizations, and institutions. In collaboration with VP identify all strategically important events and facilitate alignment of functions around participating and key messaging; ensure approval
Work with key stakeholders, management, and functional area leads to develop strategic and aligned Medical Affairs Plans for the therapeutic area. Continuously update plans and inform stakeholders of progress
Prioritize and map critical activities and line success factors and the corresponding key tactical objectives needed to achieve goals
Work closely with patient advocacy consultants on strategy, messaging, and review of materials
Facilitate development and cross functional review of IIS strategy in line with company policies
Provide medical expertise and direction on key internal business processes including leading and/or active participation in relevant medical review committees
Contribute to the Medical Affairs prelaunch and launch strategy and corresponding plans ensuring launch readiness in collaboration with other functions internally and externally, particularly with internal commercial colleagues
Participate in special projects and assignments as needed
Qualification
Required
Advanced scientific or clinical degree (e.g. PhD, PharmD, MD) strongly preferred; equivalent experience may be considered
Minimum of 12 years or more of prior Medical Affairs experience preferred
Prior MSL experience required
Current or prior experience in the PAH and/or PH field required and/or demonstrated aptitude to develop technical expertise in new therapeutic area(s)
Experience with relationship building and expanding a company's reach
Working knowledge of the clinical trial process and important study milestones, including early study planning, study start up, study execution and closure (e.g. IRBs, contracting, site feasibility, site initiation, etc.)
Adaptability to changing landscape and ability to pivot quickly as new information becomes available
Experience with clinical research and early-stage products preferred
Demonstrated leadership and driving results in support of company objectives, in accord with company's culture and values, including: respect, accountability, leadership, innovation, and collaboration
Excellent project management skills and ability to handle a number of different events at any one time. Must be flexible and able to work under pressure
Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with thought leaders and to establish trust through the consistent demonstration of scientific and clinical expertise, and effective follow-through on requests from thought leaders
Excellent communicator, skilled at diplomacy and capable of effectively combining science and relationship building
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment
Must be proficient in creating high-end visuals in communicating scientific concepts
Office environment / Domestic and International travel up to 40% may be necessary
Preferred
Experience with clinical research and early-stage products preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) and 401(k) matching
Long-term incentive plan
Disability plan
Vacation pay
Sick time
Holiday pay
Work, personal and family time off in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans
Company
Gossamer Bio
Gossamer Bio is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of novel and differentiated therapeutic products.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$812MKey Investors
MidCap FinancialHillhouse Investment
2023-07-20Post Ipo Equity· $212M
2022-07-13Post Ipo Equity· $120M
2019-05-02Post Ipo Debt· $150M
Leadership Team
Faheem Hasnain
Founder, CEO and Chairman
Bryan Giraudo
Chief Financial Officer
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