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Ipsen

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Cambridge
    Remote
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AI generated summary

  • You need an advanced medical/scientific degree, 10+ years in Pharma/Biotech, 5+ years in leadership, global launch experience, oncology expertise, and strong interpersonal skills.
  • You will lead and develop Field Medical teams, ensure compliance, create engagement strategies, track performance, manage budgets, and drive insights for effective collaboration and patient impact.

Requirements

  • Advanced, medical/scientific doctoral level degree required: MD, PharmD, PhD.
  • 10+ years of experience in the Pharmaceutical or Biotech Industry with Medical Affairs.
  • 5+ years of experience in a leadership role managing Field Medical teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Significant leadership experience in the pharmaceutical industry with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross functional team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to create departmental capabilities, processes, and procedures to ensure alignment with desired outcomes.
  • Global product launch experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in oncology, rare and/or neuro.
  • Demonstrated experience recruiting, hiring, and retaining Field Medical talent.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills (proactive, strategic, creates a highly accountable team culture, provides clear direction), project management and organizational skills, with the ability to evaluate competing priorities to arrive at an appropriate decision.
  • Fluent in English.
  • Drive for results; creates and nurtures a performance-based culture of continuous improvement, addressing concerns and conflict proactively.
  • Highly effective presentation, communication, emotional intelligence, and interpersonal skills.
  • Collaborative, team-based approach; ability to network and partner with internal and external stakeholders, including medical thought-leaders and a wide range healthcare professionals.
  • Thorough understanding of applicable regulatory requirements for field-based personnel and PhRMA guidelines, including geographic regulatory related guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • Recruit, hire, onboard, and coach Field Medical leaders and MSL teams.
  • Lead development of the Field Medical deployment plan and standardization of Field Medical policies, processes, and operating procedures.
  • Provide critical input into building, optimizing, and deploying systems and territory planning tools.
  • Develop, deploy, and monitor key performance indicators; deliver and communicate reports to senior leadership monthly and as needed.
  • Provide leadership to the Field Medical team; develop and track team activities and ensure technical/ skills training.
  • Drive development of high-performing MSLs with ongoing performance and talent assessment.
  • Uphold and ensure compliance standards across the Field Medical team; support adherence to relevant regulatory requirements, required trainings and company Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Create a robust Field Medical plan across US national, regional, and community healthcare practitioners, including academic institutions and community centers.
  • Activate team to develop and execute individual territory plans annually and revisited quarterly or as needed, in conjunction with Field Leaders.
  • Support development and execution of stakeholder engagement strategy to ensure timely and accurate scientific communication.
  • Ensure the Field Medical team has the resources necessary to support robust communication, both proactive and reactive.
  • Drive insight generation to ensure actionable insights are generated, captured, and communicated across the organization.
  • Identify opportunities to support compliant and effective cross-functional collaboration across Clinical Development, Medical Affairs and Commercial teams, as needed and appropriate.
  • Provide strong input to strategic planning with TA Leads to ensure alignment with tactical execution.
  • Develop annual Field Medical tactical plan and aligned budget; monitor and manage the assigned budget and relationships with vendors to deliver projects in alignment with timelines and defined objectives.
  • Foster a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and a focus on patient impact.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Head of Field Medical Affairs?

The primary responsibilities include recruiting and managing Field Medical teams, developing deployment plans, monitoring key performance indicators, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across functions.

What level of education is required for this position?

An advanced medical/scientific doctoral level degree is required, such as an MD, PharmD, or PhD.

How many years of experience are required for this role?

At least 10 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical or Biotech Industry with Medical Affairs, including 5 years in a leadership role managing Field Medical teams.

What is the expected salary range for the Head of Field Medical position?

The annual base salary range for this position is $215,250 – $315,700.

What types of therapeutic areas will the Head of Field Medical support?

The Head of Field Medical will support Ipsen’s portfolio across various therapeutic areas, specifically in oncology, rare diseases, and neuro-related fields.

What kind of leadership skills are desired for this role?

Desired leadership skills include being proactive, strategic, capable of creating a high-performance culture, providing clear direction, and possessing project management and organizational skills.

Are there any specific compliance standards the Head of Field Medical must ensure?

Yes, the Head of Field Medical must uphold compliance standards across the Field Medical team, supporting adherence to regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures.

What is the role of the Head of Field Medical in terms of stakeholder engagement?

The Head of Field Medical is responsible for supporting the development and execution of a stakeholder engagement strategy to ensure timely and accurate scientific communication.

Is there an emphasis on training within the Field Medical team?

Yes, there is a strong emphasis on ongoing technical and skills training to develop high-performing Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs).

What benefits does Ipsen offer to its employees?

Ipsen offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k) contributions, group medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, paid parental leave, paid time off, and more.

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Ipsen

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

We are a global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on bringing transformative medicines to patients in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Our pipeline is fueled by external innovation and supported by nearly 100 years of development experience and global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K. Our teams in more than 40 countries and our partnerships around the world enable us to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries