Executive Director, Global Medical Affairs

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kansas.

📋 Description

• Lead and support initiatives aimed at enhancing Global Medical Affairs strategy across various clients and projects.

• Convert strategic objectives into actionable plans, organized programs, and quantifiable results.

• Propel enterprise-wide and cross-functional projects with strong project management and accountability.

• Create scalable, technology-driven operating models and solutions for Medical Affairs.

• Foster operational excellence, efficiency, scalability, modernization of workflows, and continuous enhancement.

• Establish and track performance indicators, standard operating procedures, working instructions, and training programs.

• Act as a reliable advisor and strategic partner to clients and leaders of Global Medical Affairs.

• Supervise assigned projects and provide strategic and operational guidance across Medical Affairs functions.

• Collaborate with EVERSANA business units to offer integrated commercialization and medical solutions.

• Develop and implement a thought-leadership strategy and annual plans for Global Medical Affairs.

• Represent EVERSANA and Medical Affairs at industry meetings and professional organizations.

• Assist in business development through requests for proposals, presentations, networking, and thought leadership.

• Create capability presentations and technology demonstrations.

• Review and execute statements of work and contracts, including renewals.

• Manage Medical Affairs services P&L and contribute to financial planning processes.

• Establish, lead, and nurture the global Medical Affairs team and its staffing model.

• Develop onboarding processes, training programs, agency partnerships, and consultant networks.

• Identify staffing requirements and create job descriptions and requisitions.

• Build and enhance high-performing teams and subject-matter experts.

• Mentor talent, oversee hiring and performance evaluations, and provide coaching and constructive feedback.

⛳️ Requirements

• PharmD, MD, or PhD is mandatory.

• A minimum of 8–12+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.

• Significant background within biopharmaceutical companies or relevant service providers.

• Comprehensive experience in Medical Strategy & Planning, Medical Communications/Publications, Medical Information, Medical Affairs Operations, Advisory Boards, Investigator-Initiated Studies, and lifecycle management.

• Proven track record of leading complex initiatives and driving operational excellence and transformation.

• Strong skills in project and program management.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and achieve results through cross-functional collaboration.

• Experience in fast-paced, matrixed environments.

• Strategic and structured thought process linking vision to execution.

• Emphasis on scalability, efficiency, quality, and measurable impact.

• Experience in developing high-performing teams.

• Familiarity with Medical Information platforms, content and publication management systems, MSL tools, CRM platforms, digital engagement, and analytics tools.

• Experience in utilizing advanced analytics, automation, emerging technologies, and AI.

• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time.

• Capability to work over 40 hours per week.

🏝️ Benefits

• Option for remote work.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Reasonable accommodations during the hiring process.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.