COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Disc Medicine is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to discovering, developing, and commercializing novel treatments for patients who suffer from serious hematologic diseases. We are building a portfolio of innovative, first-in-class therapeutic candidates that aim to address a wide spectrum of hematologic diseases by targeting fundamental biological pathways of red blood cell biology, specifically heme biosynthesis and iron homeostasis. Disc Medicine values collaboration, professional development, and scientific integrity and promotes an inclusive company culture that empowers and inspires.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Disc Medicine is searching for an Associate Director, Medical Affairs Operations that will be a strategic advisor delivering support for Medical Affairs key initiatives. This role will establish and/or maintain processes and systems to ensure project tracking and reporting. The Associate Director, Medical Affairs Operations will work cross-functionally to ensure quality and timely outcomes.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with appropriate leadership to evaluate and define operations support required to track, manage, and report Medical Affairs activities, including KOL engagement and patient advocacy support
- Provide operational oversight of scientific congress logistics and planning, Medical Affairs budget tracking and reporting, and vendor and contract management
- Mange scientific communication trackers for timely preparation, submission, and presentation of publications (i.e., abstracts, posters, oral presentations, and manuscripts)
- Support global KOL and patient advocacy engagement (e.g., meetings at conferences, advisory board meetings)
- Coordinate internal and external document reviews, approvals, communications and other activities related to publication review and submissions
- Serve as Medical Review Board (MRB) and Promotional Review Board (PRB) coordinator including scheduling and facilitating leading MRB and PRB meetings, developing and tracking material review timelines and expirations
- Maintain oversight for Medical Affairs databases and organization of documents for audits including: contracts, budgets, grants, sponsorships, donations, Investigator Initiated Trials (IITs), and medical field materials and trainings in appropriate system platforms (e.g., Veeva, SharePoint), and other departmental reports repository
- Participate in internal and joint vendor meetings with oversight for organization, planning and logistics
REQUIREMENTS:
- 5+ years of experience working in industry in Medical Affairs Operations
- Proven track record of driving and organizing projects
- Ability to organize multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with a variety of internal / external stakeholders and across senior management
- Must be intellectually curious, professional, and adaptable
- Attention to detail and proper use of tools for information processing and electronic systems
- Expertise in Microsoft Office programs is required.
- Experience with project management systems
- Ability to travel as needed
Disc Medicine is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing all qualified candidates and employees equal opportunities. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation packages. The Company headquarters are in Watertown, MA, and we provide a flexible work environment.
Disc Medicine actively recruits individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a drive for excellence. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for current and future opportunities.