Vice President Head of Medical Affairs at Day One Biopharmaceuticals

VICE PRESIDENT, HEAD OF MEDICAL AFFAIRS

Day One Biopharmaceuticals is an emerging, mission-driven, drug development company intentionally designed to identify, clinically evaluate, and successfully commercialize novel treatments for pediatric oncology patients, and ultimately to expand those benefits to patients of all ages. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.dayonebio.com.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

This is an exciting opportunity in a fast-paced, growing, mission-driven commercial-stage biotech company with a newly-approved first-in-class medicine for the largest subset of pediatric brain tumors, pediatric low-grade gliomas. We are seeking a Head of Medical Affairs who, as a strategic partner to the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), will work closely with the Day One executive leadership team to further create and build value at the company.

The Head of Medical Affairs will lead and manage a well-developed Medical Affairs organizational that includes a US-based field Medical Science Liaison team as well as an in-house strategic and operations team. This person will work closely with a cross-functional group that includes his/her counterparts in Research & Development, Commercial, and Legal to define/refine and drive all-encompassing strategy. This is an outstanding opportunity to serve as a driving force in expanding Day One’s Medical Affairs presence and success, and one that will provide an accomplished Medical Affairs professional with the opportunity to directly impact the field of adult AND pediatric oncology drug development.

The Head of Medical Affairs must be a proven leader with demonstrated experience in leading and collaborating with teams and individuals across various functions in a fast-paced, global environment. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished and strategic medical affairs operating executive from the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry with an outstanding track record of building and leading high-performance organizations and partnerships. Experience in oncology, pediatrics, and/or rare diseases would be preferred but not required. A strong understanding of the industry’s complex medical affairs, regulatory, market access requirements with an absolute commitment to competing on the highest ethical level are essential.

The Head of Medical Affairs will actively participate in strategic planning, ongoing and new clinical development projects, existing and future corporate alliances, and partnering discussions.

This position has the potential to be fully remote. Travel will be required for in person meetings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·       Lead and continuously evolve the Medical Affairs function to support clinical development and commercial launches of existing and new products into the marketplace.

·       Lead, manage and develop a best-in-class, high-performance Medical Affairs team and related support functions.

·       Identify, refine/define and implement process and operating procedures for this group which are consistent with general guidance already in place for the development organization.

·       Be seen as a subject matter expert on the products in the portfolio and the diseases/markets were Day One operates.

·       Oversee the continued development of our Medical Science Liaison (MSL) group to maximize impact in the field of adult AND pediatric oncology and neuro-oncology.

·       Continuously refine our medical information function to ensure timely response to Medical Information inquiries utilizing global Medical Information resources in line with regulatory requirements and company policy

·       Ensure oversight of medical review and sign-off of promotional materials.

·       Provide direction and input into the development and implementation of successful Health Economics/Outcomes Research, Reimbursement and Market Access strategies.

·       Working with R&D leaders to evaluate proposed research concepts and protocols for investigator-initiated studies, assessing for medical/scientific merit and prioritization within the context of the strategic plan

·       Continuously refine and update our Medical Communication and Disease State Awareness strategies.

·       Update and execute life cycle management plans.

·       Partner with Key Opinion Leaders to gather information on current focused therapeutic area issues and questions via:

o   Leadership of medical congress engagement strategy for the organization, proactively connecting thought leaders to internal commercial and medical staff.

o    Continued refinement of a thought leader strategy, including identification of additional thought leaders in our therapeutic areas, development of action plans for engaging thought leaders in support of our commercial and medical goals, and development of insights and reports that assess thought leader advocacy for our products.

o  Enabling connectivity to our commercial leadership in order to support the commercial organizations in activities such as advisory boards, speaker programs, and engaging thought leaders to collaborate on commercial programs.

·       Collaborate with the Clinical Development and Commercial teams with the development of education material for providers and patients that is medically accurate and appropriate.

·       Drive thought leadership of government and industry guidelines, regulations, laws, etc., for appropriate scientific/medical exchange and communication with customers.

·       Provide input into the development and implementation of successful reimbursement and market-access strategies.

·       Work closely with the CMO and members of the R&D leadership team, to evolve and advance the overall strategic direction for Day One Biopharmaceuticals; evaluate alternative strategies, identify competitive issues, capitalize on core strengths, and develop and implement operating plans to achieve objectives for profitable growth.

·       Help represent Day One Biopharmaceuticals in the context of conferences, presentations, industry, and investment groups.

QUALIFICATIONS

·       MD, PhD, or PharmD degree is required.

·       More specifically, it is anticipated that the ideal candidate will possess:

o   A strong biopharmaceutical background with experience working in a high achievement Medical Affairs group in the oncology space. Experience in rare disease and/or pediatric disease space is highly preferred.

o   Minimum 20 years of experience in Medical Affairs, including launch experience as well as experience in the commercialization of drug or biological products.

o   A minimum of five years of leadership experience of a key Medical Affairs function

o   Ability to organize and develop, a best-in-class cross-functional Medical Affairs department, as well as the ability to recruit, manage, develop, and retain a best-in- class Medical Affairs team.

o   Ability to lead by example, attract and develop talent, build interdependent partnerships and create a culture of collaboration and teamwork that fosters open communication, constructive conflict resolution and organizational flexibility.

o   Extensive experience in drug development and the commercialization of drugs

o   Strong understanding of government and industry guidelines, regulations, laws, etc., for appropriate scientific/medical exchange and communication with customers.

o   Able to prioritize and manage several projects simultaneously.

o   A visionary business leader, who can work collaboratively, across functions, to help chart the course and evaluate development and commercial options for Day One Biopharmaceuticals.

o   Ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment, as well as the proven track record of working effectively in diverse teams involving multi-functional disciplines.

o   Proven ability to develop internal relationships in a matrix environment, whether in person or remotely, as well as external relationships with KOL’s and industry experts.

o   Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills to enable effective communication at all levels that allows for the presentation of complex and/or new ideas with clarity and simplicity.

o   A desire to be part of a highly innovative company aimed at transforming the lives of children and adults with serious, life-threatening diseases, their families and society.

o   Exceptionally organized with keen attention to detail with the ability to shift focus and priorities when necessary, under pressure and within deadlines.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range for this position is $335,000 - $370,000. Day One considers a range of factors when determining base compensation. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary.

Please visit https://www.dayonebio.com/benefits to see our competitive benefits.

DISCLAIMER

Day One Biopharmaceuticals is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Employment is conditioned upon full vaccination from the COVID-19 virus, including submission of documented proof thereof, as of the start date.  Day One Biopharmaceuticals will comply with applicable law regarding the reasonable accommodation of individuals who are not vaccinated because of a disability and/or a sincerely held religious belief.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any applicant work visas at this time.

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