Sr. Medical Director, Neurology Medical Affairs U.S. ...

Some opportunities happen only once in a lifetime - like a job where you have the chance to change lives. At Alexion, people living with rare and devastating diseases are our Guiding Star. We are driven to continuously innovate and create meaningful value in all we do to help patients and families fully live their best lives. We value the uniqueness and diversity of our employees and recognize that nurturing the diverse perspectives and strengths of our people translates into innovative breakthroughs for patients.Position Summary We are seeking someone with extensive neurology practice experience in neuromuscular disease area, provides expert input into strategy and materials for medical deliverables for neurology within USMA especially in the disease areas of gMG (Generalized myasthenia gravis). The role contributes and supports central and field projects to achieve medical objectives within the respective US Medical Affairs (USMA) therapeutic area. This role works closely with the medical directors, MSL Regional Director(s) for the therapeutic area and cross-functionally within GMA and clinical development teams to support developing, and implementing USMA neurology strategies and tactics, in alignment with global medical and US business strategy, reporting to the US Medical Affairs Therapeutic Area Head in Neurology. Principal Responsibilties Directly support neurology disease area Medical Director (gMG), in providing expert inputs into strategy, tactics, and execution of other key deliverables such as internal, external, and patient-related meetings. Supporting cross-functional medical neurology TA teams with inputs on medical strategy, initiatives, data generation and insight generation activities in the identified disease area. Provide expert inputs into evaluation of the treatment landscape of the neurology therapeutic area from the medical perspective in the region. Work with the US Medical Affairs Neurology TA lead, medical directors, and regional field directors to provide critical inputs into communication priorities, field materials and field strategy Provide tailored expert training to medical and cross-functional teams as needed. Maintain/continue to develop medical and scientific knowledge of designated therapeutic area, including current treatment strategies, current and upcoming competitors, and new therapeutic developments and sharing/training the team on those developments by working closely with medical directors. Continually self-educate on US and global market issues / trends and product knowledge as it pertains to US Medical Affairs priorities. Proactively analyze, with medical directors, local and regional medical needs by working in conjunction with the medical, clinical, and commercial organizations to identify opportunities that can help achieving the aligned strategic goals. Provide consistent and timely feedback to medical and cross-functional teams regarding the progress on addressing unmet medical needs in the region. Contribute to/lead special projects with overall organizational impact at request of the TA lead. Continuously strive for improvement, e.g. by identifying new projects that may enhance US Medical Affairs success and providing such proposals to Sr. management. Serve as mentor and trainer for medical directors and new hires as appropriate. Communicate regional medical priorities to the TA lead and other cross-functional leadership as appropriate Qualifications Greater than or equal to 10 years of clinical practice experience in the following areas: Management of patients with neuromuscular diseases i.e. gMG. Experience of working on clinical studies in gMG is desirable Demonstrated leadership skills Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with peers and with partners outside of the team Ability to manage projects in a highly matrixed environment Ability to lead through influence in a matrixed environment involving a broad range of stakeholders Ability to be an agent of change with demonstrated agility to lead through change & uncertainty Education MD with fellowship in neuromuscular medicine LI-JD1Alexion is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on serving patients and families affected by rare diseases and devastating conditions through the discovery, development, and commercialization of life-changing medicines. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Alexion has offices around the globe and serves patients in more than 50 countries. Further information about Alexion can be found at: . Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion has taken critical steps to protect colleagues, loved ones, and patients from COVID-19 and its variants. All US-based employees must comply with Alexions COVID-19 vaccination requirement. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] . Alexion participates in E-Verify. As a leading employer in our industry, Alexion offers a highly competitive package of base and incentive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the health, wellness and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits include group medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and much more. AstraZeneca completed its acquisition of Alexion, marking the creation of Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease. If youre interested in career opportunities with AstraZeneca, click here (.

Created: 2025-11-15