Medical Director – Lung

GSK

. Contribute to development of the US Medical Affairs Plan and lead execution of assigned medical strategies and tactics, including launch-readiness activities .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeUpper Providence • North Carolina • United StatesLead💰 $187,500 - $312,500 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in US Medical Affairs with a focus on oncology, including strategic planning, evidence generation, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in developing and executing medical strategies, engaging with external experts, and ensuring compliance with medical governance.

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US Medical Affairs ExperienceOncology ExpertiseEvidence GenerationCross-Functional CollaborationStrategic Planning

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Hard Skills

PharmDPhDMedical Strategy DevelopmentEvidence Generation ActivitiesScientific EngagementMedical GovernanceLaunch ExperienceData AnalysisMedical Material DevelopmentPatient Needs Assessment

Soft Skills

CollaborationInfluencing Without AuthorityOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsBusiness Acumen

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryMedical AffairsOncologyReal-World EvidenceAdvisory BoardsScientific Round TablesOmnichannel ActivitiesMedical EducationTreatment LandscapeMSL Materials

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to development of the US Medical Affairs Plan and lead execution of assigned medical strategies and tactics, including launch-readiness activities
Ensure execution of medical tactics with the cross-functional Medical Matrix Team, including omnichannel activities, congresses, and medical education
Develop and execute advice-seeking activities such as advisory boards and scientific round tables
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to share external insights internally and inform medical strategy and clinical development
Integrate US environment needs and medical voice of the customer into medical plans and global medical work
Identify and prioritize evidence gaps and provide US Medical input into clinical studies, real-world evidence initiatives, and other evidence-generation activities
Partner with Medical Communications, Training, and Medical Information on medical material development and communication plans
Assist with development of internal medical resources, including FAQs, Treatment Landscape, and MSL materials
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert supporting scientific training plans for SCLC and NSCLC lung cancer
Prioritize medical activity investment using GSK’s Medical Impact Framework
Lead or contribute to scientific engagement with external experts and communities
Apply medical governance in alignment with GSK policies and procedures
Support the US Medical Affairs Lead as needed
Collaborate with Global Medical, Field Medical, Clinical Development, Commercial, and other internal teams to deliver assigned medical activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

PharmD or PhD (or other advanced science degree with significant experience)
US or Global Medical Affairs experience in oncology including launch experience
5+ years pharmaceutical industry experience
Prior experience working in a US Medical Affairs role would be a plus
Ability to analyze external environment and translate to strategy/tactics
Ability to evaluate and understand the needs of the patient and healthcare ecosystem and build a customer-focused plan
Ability to work effectively with others, delegate appropriately within a matrix team, influence without authority, and foster collaboration
Ability to influence to deliver results, proactively identify opportunities, and anticipate the need for change
Deep understanding of the disease area, asset, and competitive landscape
Understanding of medical affairs accountabilities for evidence generation, external engagement, and advice seeking
Strong organizational, planning, and business acumen skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to travel 20–30%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Eligibility to participate in share-based long-term incentive program
Health care and other insurance benefits for employee and family
Retirement benefits
Paid holidays
Vacation
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave