What are the responsibilities and job description for the Global Medical Director Cardiology position at Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.?
This Is What You Will Do
Day-to-day reporting to the Senior Director, the Global Medical Director will provide support for strategic planning and leadership for Amyloidosis indications and the expanding pipeline portfolio. The Global Medical Director will contribute to the execution of the strategy by providing strong scientific and medical expertise with an in-depth understanding of the disease area and unmet medical needs, consistent with the GMA’s mission to improve patient outcomes and advance the evidence-based medical standard of care. This role will require matrix leadership and broad internal cross-functional collaboration with global functions (Commercial, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, etc) as well as the US, International Region, and Japan.
You Will Be Responsible For
18-Feb-2026
Closing Date
29-Apr-2026
Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
Day-to-day reporting to the Senior Director, the Global Medical Director will provide support for strategic planning and leadership for Amyloidosis indications and the expanding pipeline portfolio. The Global Medical Director will contribute to the execution of the strategy by providing strong scientific and medical expertise with an in-depth understanding of the disease area and unmet medical needs, consistent with the GMA’s mission to improve patient outcomes and advance the evidence-based medical standard of care. This role will require matrix leadership and broad internal cross-functional collaboration with global functions (Commercial, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, etc) as well as the US, International Region, and Japan.
You Will Be Responsible For
- Representing GMA at the relevant Global Program Teams (GPTs) and sub-teams as the Medical Affairs medical guide for the cross-functional group
- As part of the Global Medical Affairs Team, provide expertise for the development of a global strategic and global/regional tactical medical plans to deliver in alignment with the brands strategic objectives in cross-functional teamwork, including budget planning
- Providing strategic mentorship to scientific communication, external medical education, internal medical training, Medical Information, and other functions
- Developing and implementing major registration LCM programs and evidence-generation activities
- Lead phase 3b/4 clinical studies
- Providing medical review of externally sponsored research and internal proposals, including the review of the Final Report
- Serving as the medical guide and resource in support of the therapeutic area, including content development and medical input into regulatory and safety documents
- Establishing strategic partnerships with centers of excellence and KOLs in areas of scientific interest and serving as a conduit for the flow of information both out to the medical community and into the company, including the development and execution of Global KOL medical engagement strategy as well as designing and leading global medical advisory boards
- Sophisticated Scientific Degree (MBBS or MD) or international equivalent with experience in cardiology.
- Experience in Medical Affairs function is desired
- Consistent record of generating, analyzing, and interpreting clinical trials and published data
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Problem-solving and organizational skills
- Experience/ability to work in a matrix cross-functional environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a consistent record and ability to drive results as an effective team member and project leader
- Ability to build partnerships between HQ, International Region and Japan, and affiliates
- Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing conditions
- Ability to lead multiple projects and products simultaneously to ensure timely, on-target, and within-budget accomplishment of tasks
- Strong sense of ethics and responsibility
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment with flexible arrangements. As is typical of an office-based role, employees must be able, with or without accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem-solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours
18-Feb-2026
Closing Date
29-Apr-2026
Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.