Medical Science Director - Ophthalmology US Medical Affairs

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The Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic medical leader to join the US Medical Affairs network of scientists at Genentech. This position will provide exceptional clinical and scientific leadership for medical affairs activities, aiming to generate and communicate medical evidence that aids practitioners, patients, and payers in making informed health care decisions. The successful candidate will exhibit outstanding communication and leadership skills, building strong relationships with key stakeholders. This role also requires representing the US Medical function within cross-functional teams and initiatives at Genentech, Roche's global organization, and external customer engagements, with an emphasis on leading fit-for-purpose teams, prioritizing work flexibly, and engaging in partnerships to address complex multidisciplinary challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide the medical perspective to a broader network of Medical Affairs professionals in both home and field organizations.

• Contribute to defining science and medical strategies that lead to impactful medical affairs tactics, particularly in the early stages of asset and indication development.

• Design, execute, and monitor medical strategies, plans, and tactics throughout the product lifecycle.

• Represent Genentech Medical Affairs externally at key meetings.

• Develop scientific partnerships with therapeutic area experts and execute collaborations.

• Lead efficient implementation of medical tactics by leveraging relevant expertise and insights.

• Execute USMA/global clinical trial activities conducted as part of Medical Affairs.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced Clinical/Science Degree (MD, OD, PhD, PharmD) in life sciences

• 3-10 years of pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry experience in ophthalmology with a preference for retina

• Prior experience with clinical trial conduct, medical monitoring and medical data review

• Prior experience with surgical video reviews and content development and/or execution of surgical education activities in ophthalmology

• Strong customer engagement experience

• Expert-level understanding of VEGF-mediated retinal disorders and available treatments

• Understanding of Phase I-III and/or Phase IV drug development

• Considerable experience in data analysis, interpretation, medical writing, and presentation

• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding objectives with self-motivation to execute projects at an outstanding level

Preferred Experience

• Experience in Ophthalmology and Retina or Glaucoma

• MD, OD, PhD, or PharmD in vision and eye-related sciences

• Consistent track record in developing strong relationships within the healthcare system

• Strong academic or teaching background

Travel Requirements

Domestic and international business travel, by air or car, is required for internal and external business meetings, typically occurring once a month, with occasional instances of several times per month.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position is $168,600 - $313,200. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace the increasingly diverse world around us. Genentech prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status and veteran status.