Summary
LOCATION: London, UK or Barcelona, Spain: Please apply only if these locations are accessible to you, as relocation support is not available.
ROLE TYPE: Hybrid Working,
As a Global Medical Director – Cell & Gene Therapy, you will lead the medical strategy in Oncology for Cell & Gene Therapies, driving integrated evidence plans, external partnerships, and scientific communications. You'll act as a strategic partner across Development, International Medical Affairs, and US Medical Affairs, representing the medical voice throughout the asset lifecycle.
About The Role
Key Responsibilities
Lead development and execution of medical affairs strategy for Cell & Gene assets.
Co-develop integrated evidence plans, field medical strategies, and scientific education programs.
Drives global innovative evidence solutions, including interventional and non-interventional as well as real-world-evidence studies
Represent GMA in internal and external forums and collaborate across functions.
Provide strategic input into development, lifecycle management, and market access strategies.
Ensure compliance with medical quality standards and company policies.
Champion patient-centric approaches and support patient access programs globally.
Requirements
Must Have
MD (preferred), or PhD/PharmD in Health Sciences.
5+ years of experience in Medical Affairs and/or Clinical Development within the pharmaceutical industry.
Proven ability to lead in complex, matrixed environments.
Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
Strong strategic mindset, stakeholder influence, and delivery focus.
Deep understanding of healthcare systems and external stakeholder dynamics.
Expertise in Good Clinical Practice (GCP), clinical methodology, and regulatory standards.
Preferred
Therapeutic Area expertise in Cell & Gene Therapies in Oncology or Hematology.
Experience across product lifecycle, launch, and post launch phases.
Clinical trial research experience in pharma or academic settings.
Track record of developing and scaling best-in-class medical processes.
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