Job Summary :
The Senior Director, US Medical Affairs (USMA) Training and Medical Excellence designs, delivers, and evaluates departmental training programs and oversees the development and implementation of strategies to enhance Medical Affairs effectiveness in executing departmental activities. This includes identifying and evaluating USMA key performance indicators related to USMA strategy and external engagements plans, coordinating and evaluating launch readiness activities, and developing the digital strategic plan related to omnichannel and AI activities for the department.
Essential Functions of the Job:
Creates the USMA training plan, in collaboration with key USMA stakeholders (e.g. Scientific/Medical Directors, Medical Information & Content Development, MSL leadership) for each product and therapeutic area in alignment with department strategic plans
Creates and implements foundational clinical training (e.g. Statistics, Fundamentals of oncology) for USMA team to supplement core training plan areas of focus
Identifies and implements essential skill training for USMA team members, including leveraging coursework utilized by other training functions in US organization.
Implements and monitors use of the learning management system (LMS) by USMA team members to optimize training content, cadence, and quality
Conducts field visits with MSLs to ascertain effectiveness of training program and identifies and addresses areas of individual need
Collaborates with USMA stakeholders to develop and track key performance indicators to measure and optimize Medical Affairs activities with emphasis in areas of external engagement and scientific communication
Analyzes department engagement insights in collaboration with MSL leadership and Scientific/Medical Directors to inform training needs and contribute to overall external engagement strategy
Collaborate with USMA stakeholders and IT partners to optimize USMA system integration in areas of external engagement
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to develop and monitor launch readiness efforts, including external engagement and scientific communication
Develops and manages the digital strategic plan to support improvements in field medical team effectiveness and efficiency including, but not limited to, the evolution of digital tools, developing advanced analytics, omnichannel approaches, and integration of artificial intelligence
Works collaboratively with key stakeholders within US Medical Affairs, Business Operations, the AI Institute, and other relevant departments to ensure robust sharing of ideas and optimal alignment across digital initiatives
Qualifications (Minimal acceptable level of education, work experience, and competency):
Advanced degree (MD, PharmD, PhD)
Experience in managing high-performing teams
Experience in Oncology Medical Affairs or other relevant experience is strongly preferred
Knowledge of adult learning principles, ability to appraise needs, solve problems, and support a variety of learning styles
Strong understanding of generative AI, omnichannel approaches, digital tools, and digital analytics
Excellent written, verbal, presentation, interpersonal communication, and leadership skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic team environment to ensure successful execution of deliverables
Strong business acumen, vision, and perspective
Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Up to 50-60% domestic travel is required
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.
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