Senior Director, Medical Director – Lung Cancer and Early Pipeline

Jazz Pharmaceuticals

. Serve as the Medical Affairs lead for the lung cancer disease area and post proof of concept pipeline products globally .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United States, United KingdomSenior💰 $268,000 - $402,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Medical Affairs and Clinical Development within the oncology sector, particularly in lung cancer therapies. Proven ability to develop and execute evidence-generation strategies, publication plans, and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders across cross-functional teams.

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Medical Affairs LeadershipEvidence Generation Strategy DevelopmentOncology Clinical DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementPublication Strategy Execution

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Hard Skills

Evidence GenerationClinical ResearchDrug DevelopmentPublication PlanningScientific CommunicationLung Cancer TherapiesLifecycle ManagementAnalytic Needs IdentificationReal-World Evidence InitiativesPhase IV Interventional Studies

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingOperational ExecutionInfluencing Without AuthorityPartnership BuildingEmotional Intelligence

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Scientific DegreePharmDPhDMDMBBSNurse PractitionerPA

Industry Keywords

OncologyLung CancerMedical AffairsClinical DevelopmentCross-Functional TeamsHealth Outcomes ResearchCompetitive LandscapeFast-Paced EnvironmentMatrix OrganizationsStakeholder Perspectives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Medical Affairs lead for the lung cancer disease area and post proof of concept pipeline products globally
Lead the Medical FMT for the Solid Tumor Oncology product
Lead and develop the annual and long-range US Medical Plan
Lead development, maintenance, and execution of the Integrated Evidence Generation Plan, including investigator-sponsored studies, real-world evidence initiatives, health outcomes research, and Phase IV interventional studies where appropriate
Lead development of the scientific narrative by identifying and advancing key analytic needs and informing interpretation of pivotal trial data
Represent and advocate for medical perspectives within global cross-functional teams and governance forums, including GPT, CDT, PGC, and DPRC
Contribute Medical Affairs expertise to early development activities, including Target Product Profile development, clinical trial design, and lifecycle planning
Ensure regional needs and insights are considered in early/clinical development discussions, evidence-generation activities, and lifecycle planning
Maintain Medical Affairs functional alignment on early/clinical development programs
Apply understanding of the competitive landscape to inform evidence generation strategy and internal development decisions
Partner across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, HEOR, RWE, Commercial, and other cross-functional teams
Lead development and execution of publication strategy and plans
Support scientific communications, congress planning, advisory boards, and external engagement activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of 10 years of Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, or related pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience is required, preferably in oncology
Experience in Lung cancer therapies is strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience developing and executing evidence-generation strategies, publication plans, and external scientific engagement activities
Strong understanding of clinical research, evidence generation, and drug development
Proven ability to influence without authority and operate effectively within complex matrix organizations
Strong strategic thinking coupled with excellent operational execution skills
Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to build productive partnerships across regions and functions and effectively represent diverse stakeholder perspectives
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment
Experience in lifecycle management of Lung cancer indications strongly desired
Evidence of success in matrix organizations and track record of high performing behaviors, including independent critical thinking, initiative, and execution under time pressure with competing priorities
Self-awareness and emotional intelligence as demonstrated by prior experience navigating complex matrix environments successfully
Advanced scientific or healthcare degree required (PharmD, PhD, MD, MBBS, Nurse Practitioner, PA, or equivalent)
Experience in the delivery of oncology care preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation
Discretionary equity grants
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k retirement savings plan
Flexible paid vacation