Biogen
Global Associate Medical Director, Rare Disease ( SMA/ALS) Evidence Generation and Education
Cambridge, MA · Director
Sponsorship not specified$183k-$252kDetected 8 hours ago
StatisticsProject ManagementClinical TrialsResearchCommunicationPublic SpeakingWritingOrganizational SkillsGxPBiostatisticsEpidemiology
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About the role
- This role helps execute the global evidence generation strategy across Biogen's SMA and ALS portfolio, including registry-based studies, real-world data initiatives, biomarker and outcomes work, scientific communication, and cross-functional evidence planning.
- Contributes & assists with drafting, reviewing, and coordinating manuscripts, abstracts, posters, congress presentations, advisory board materials, scientific narratives, and internal training resources related to SMA and ALS evidence generation.
- Assists with operating rhythms for evidence review, prioritization, decision-making, budget tracking, project management, and delivery against measurable evidence-generation and education milestones.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design, prioritization, and execution of evidence generation initiatives, including registry-based studies, natural history collaborations, real-world data analyses, protocol development, statistical analysis plans, study reports, and data interpretation.
Requirements
- Advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) in a relevant scientific or clinical discipline.
- Experience supporting evidence generation activities, including clinical studies, real-world evidence, registry-based research, observational studies, natural history studies, or post-marketing surveillance programs.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed, cross-functional environment.
- Minimum 3-5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably in Medical Affairs, with exposure to rare disease therapeutic areas
- Experience developing or supporting global medical education content, training curricula, scientific narratives, congress materials, or scientific communication resources for medical or field teams.
- Working knowledge of global medical affairs compliance, Good Clinical Practice, data quality, and registry governance requirements.
- Broad experience across Medical Affairs functions in Rare Disease, such as evidence generation, publications, medical communications, field medical support, medical information, or global medical education.
- Clinical experience or subject matter familiarity with rare disease therapeutic areas, particularly SMA, ALS, or related neuromuscular conditions.
- Experience with technical writing and development of medical education or field training materials.
- Familiarity with real-world evidence, registries, natural history networks, biomarkers, health outcomes research, patient-reported outcomes, or comparative effectiveness methods as applied within Medical Affairs.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple evidence generation and global education deliverables under the direction of a Medical Director.
Nice to have
- experience with SMA, ALS, or related neuromuscular conditions preferred.
- Preferred Skills
Skills
- Strong scientific communication skills, including experience contributing to publications and congress presentations.
Compensation
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
- Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
- Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.
Company info
- We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit.
- Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
- 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
- As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact.
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