Medical Director, Haematology

Job Title: Medical Director, Haematology

Job Location: 5035 - Vertex Canada - Toronto, Canada

Job Location Type: Remote

Job Contract Type: Full-time

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Job Description The Medical Affairs Medical Director will provide medical leadership for the Canadian Heme Team. This role will be accountable for the development and implementation of the Canadian medical strategy and plans and will work in partnership with other cross functional team colleagues to ensure access to company’s products, develop and implement cross functional country plans aligned with patient, HCPs’ and broader corporate needs. This role is responsible for building and encouraging scientific excellence within the team and engaging in close partnerships with HCPs and scientific societies. This role will also be responsible for financial planning and budgetary adherence of medical affairs activities. This role will work closely with a cross-functional group that includes Commercial, Market Access, Global, International Medical Affairs Organizations, Government Affairs, Patients Engagement and Corporate Communications, Legal, Compliance (OBIE), Regulatory, Research & Development, HRBP and Finance. The Medical Affairs Medical Director will lead and develop a team of MSLs responsible for engaging in scientific exchange with thought leaders in Hemoglobinopathies and Bone Marrow Transplant. The Director will establish the long‐term vision, strategy, plans, objectives, and infrastructure for the MSL team. This role will be accountable for execution of the medical affairs program strategy, and assuring Medical Science Liaison activity execution within expected scope, budget and timelines. Key Duties & Responsibilities: • Provides comprehensive expertise and guidance in the Hematology and Gene Therapy Areas • Develops and maintains professional relationships with local Health Care Professionals, and with local Professional Societies • Establishes relationships with Thought Leaders to expand research opportunities for Vertex and develops, at local level, advisory, collaborative and/or educational activities aligned to the Vertex strategy • Establishes and ensures flawless execution of the Canadian Medical Operational Plan, in accordance with corporate policies and procedures and applicable local laws and regulations • Serves as the reference person for medical input and support to the local operations; supports other Vertex functions so that the appropriate patients in Canada may have access in a safe manner to the benefit of Vertex pain product(s) • Ensures that the scientific data provided locally to Health Care Professionals and Health Care Authorities is provided with a fair and balanced view • Acts as the local medical contributor and reviewer/approver of Field Medical Material (proactive and reactive), Promotional Material, Access Material and Medical Information Material for local use • Maintains a seamless flow of information within and between the local structure, and communicates medical insights obtained locally from appropriate field interactions to inform local and regional strategy/tactics • Develops and maintains high level of industry, regulatory, clinical and scientific knowledge • Leads a field team of scientific professionals • Manages a team of MSLs to implement field initiatives ensuring the development of best practices and through partnership with Vertex's brand medical colleagues, deliver scientifically-based materials that are compliant with all legal, regulatory, and company guidelines • Leads the development and execution of Vertex’s external engagement and educational strategies for centers of excellence, HCP’s, and thought leaders • Identifies key deliverables, insights, and metrics that highlight the value of the MSL organization, the impact to HCPs/Thought Leaders, and to the Vertex organization while ensuring goal achievement • Collaborates with Field Medical Operations and Medical Excellence to lead the identification of gaps and develops solution-oriented tools, technology infrastructure and training requirements necessary to fulfil field medical activities. Required Education Level • MD, Pharm D or PhD Required Knowledge/Skills • Experience in Medical Affairs within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry • Ability to work across a complex matrix organization and influence at all levels • Maintains a high level of expertise and judgment in relation to both technical and ethical aspects of a medical director role and responsibilities • Ability to both anticipate issues and be flexible and reactive to situations • Experience in Haematology, Gene Therapy and people management • Knowledge of national healthcare and regulatory environments indispensable, previous interactions with TGA an advantage • Excellent understanding of the reimbursement mechanisms in location and of the acceptability of PE models and PRO research by national payers • Experience in scientific interactions with payer bodies is essential • Knowledge and understanding of marketplace dynamics • Track-record of ability to plan, initiate and complete projects within allotted time frames & delivering high quality successful results • Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team on common projects and goals, at national and regional level • Capacity to critically analyze current scientific literature • Good understanding of the basics of health economics and patient outcomes • Skilled in effective presentations of clinical/scientific data in a group or individual setting, internally and externally • Competence in the use of IT tools and standard software programs, including the conduct of Web-based meetings • English language fluent, written and spoken. French language is an asset. Disclosure Statement: This position is exempt from the compensation disclosure requirements under applicable law. At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), education assistance programs, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, retirement and so much more. This recruitment process may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in screening and assessing applications. AI may be used at various stages to support decision-making, including reviewing resumes and evaluating qualifications. If you have any questions about how AI is used in this process, please contact ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com. Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible Flex Eligibility Status: In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select 2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility. Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time. #LI-Hybrid Company Information Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com Help Us Achieve Our Mission Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. The company has approved medicines that treat the underlying causes of multiple chronic, life-shortening genetic diseases — cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease and transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia — and continues to advance clinical and research programs in these diseases. Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including APOL1-mediated kidney disease, acute and neuropathic pain, type 1 diabetes, myotonic dystrophy type 1 and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency . Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, Mass., Vertex's global headquarters is now located in Boston's Innovation District and its international headquarters is in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 14 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. For company updates and to learn more about Vertex's history of innovation, visit www.vrtx.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter/X , LinkedIn, YouTube and Instagram. The diversity and authenticity of our people is part of what makes Vertex unique, and we recognize that each employee brings diverse perspectives and strengths. By embracing those strengths and celebrating differences, we are fostering an inclusive culture where each of us can bring our authentic selves to work, inspire innovation together, and change people’s lives. Our vision is clear: to be the place where an authentic, diverse mix of talent want to come, to stay, and do their best work.

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