Executive Medical Director, Nemolizumab

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Job Title:   Executive Medical Director, Nemolizumab

Location:   Boston, MA

Description:

The Executive Medical Director, Nemolizumab, Global Medical Affairs (GMA) is a key senior role in Galderma, accountable for strengthening the scientific communication strategy of first specialty biologic medicine Nemolizumab launch in

Atopic Dermatitis (AD) and Prurigo Nodularis (PN) and for creating and building the GMA launch strategy for recently approved LCM indications.   This role will collaborate closely with global and regional medical teams and clinical medical experts, commercial leadership, to elaborate the Nemolizumab LCM strategy in collaboration with the external community.

The ideal candidate for the role must be equipped with deep disease area expertise, pharmacological and biological knowledge, and broad global medical affairs experience and leadership

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with global and regional medical teams and clinical medical experts, commercial leadership, successfully launching Nemolizomab in PN and AD and to elaborate the Nemolizumab LCM strategy in collaboration with the external community.

• Represent medical affairs at the Nemolizumab global cross functional core team

• Develop a global medical strategic & tactical plan that is both product specific and disease area focused and in alignment with commercial, clinical, research, health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) and real-world evidence (RWE) plans, translating appropriate strategies into effective medical launch and life cycle management activities.

• Provide strategic input for the elaboration of the global commercial plan by being the trusted center of scientific expertise and develop an aligned medical strategic plan to support the global commercial strategy.

• Develop and implement a strong advocacy plan with experts in the field, academics and professionals and/or patient associations. (Prior knowledge of and established relationships with key opinion leaders in the field of Dermatology considered an asset).

• Develop a strong molecule/MOA scientific advocacy program, organizing advisory boards during major congresses with global clinician leaders to build and reinforce awareness and gain strategic insights for commercial and life cycle development strategy.

• Prepare and implement a comprehensive publication plan to support an active, robust global medical communication strategy for Nemolizumab that promotes effective global dissemination of key scientific narratives.

• Lead and contribute to a system of competitive intelligence and monitoring of publications. Integrate learnings into the medical strategic and tactical plans in a timely manner.

• Enhance training program on the disease and competitors and ensure continuous update to assure optimal onboarding of team and of affiliate medical and commercial personnel.

• Provide input into new indications development and life cycle management plan

• Ensure the scientific integrity of sponsored and supported research, grant applicants, compassionate use projects, medical information, and relationships with healthcare providers and patient advocacy groups.

• Ensure a patient-centric approach to development of medical strategy both for molecule and device development as well as possible services which can enhance the value proposition of the future molecule; Provide relevant feedback to market access teams to ensure optimal pricing and reimbursement strategy and inclusion of relevant endpoints in clinical trials.

• Coordinate the network of affiliate Medical Leads/Directors through regular contacts and meetings.

• Ensure Nemolizumab medical budget management.

• Continually measure and assess the effectiveness of medical plans.

Key Qualifications

Education and Experience

• MD, PhD, or PharmD

• Required: Product launch experience, ideally for 1 or more biologics

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Dermatology preferred

• Experience in rare diseases an asset

• Minimum of 10 years experience in Pharmaceutical Industry in Medical Affairs with extensive experience collaborating with commercial colleagues

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Fluent in English (speak/read/write)

• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to present scientific data in a credible manner.

• Strong track record in developing and executing medical strategy for key markets.

• Strong familiarity with all phases of drug development, including clinical development, regulatory and life cycle management.

• Experience in working across and building effective partnerships between Marketing, Medical, Market Access/RWE, Research and Development/Clinical and Regulatory.

• Demonstrated track record of building and maintaining a KOL network.

• Experience working within an international company with a complex organizational environment and the ability to operate in a matrix team-oriented structure.

• Ability to travel up to 30%

What we offer in return 

You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base. You will also have access to a range of company benefits, including a competitive wage with shift differential, annual bonus opportunities and career advancement and cross-training. 

Next Steps

• If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter. 
• The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager  
• The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team 

Our people make a difference 

At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.  

Employer’s Rights: 

This job description does not list all the duties of the job.  You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties.  You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.  This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.