About Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Location and Working Environment
This position is hybrid and will require you to be onsite 1 day per quarter
Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines Statement- At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.
Purpose & Scope
• The Medical Affairs Global Strategic Brand Lead (MA GSBL) for Precision Medicine (PM) provides strategic direction for CDx/Biomarkers throughout late development, launch, and post-launch phases. The role ensures CDx strategies are embedded in the Core Medical Plan (CMP) and leads on evidence generation and dissemination.
• Key responsibilities include overseeing CDx/PM tactics, aligning with the Commercial PM team to drive business growth, collaborating with co-creation countries to advance diagnostic and medical objectives, and capturing external insights to inform the global PM strategy.
Role and Responsibilities
• Leading the development of the Medical Product Strategy (MPS) and ensuring CDx strategies and tactics are embedded in the Core Medical Plan (CMP)
• Contributing to the creation of the Integrated Evidence Generation Plan (iEGP) with cross-functional experts, establishing the strategic foundation for evidence generation
• Defining and overseeing overarching objectives with medical KPIs, ensuring alignment across global and local strategies
• Leading a high-impact team accountable for delivering CDx/PM evidence generation and dissemination tactics in the CMP, ensuring seamless execution that balances global objectives with local needs
• Managing budgets for global evidence generation and dissemination activities
• Empowering and enabling affiliates to deliver CDx/PM non-evidence generation and dissemination tactics, fostering dialogue to address local needs
• Ensuring robust governance and review of all CDx/PM MA study synopses and protocols, maintaining high standards for evidence generation
Continue: Role and Responsibilities
• Implementing the Integrated Evidence Dissemination Plan with strong scientific messages, providing centralized resources and iterative feedback to refine messaging
• Enabling execution of CDx/PM tactics in the global launch plan, defining KPIs and metrics to track progress
• Supporting internal and external medical education on CDx/Biomarkers in new disease areas and innovative treatment modalities
• Fostering collaboration across Commercial, Market Access, Development, Patient Centricity, and Medical Affairs (local, regional, co-creation) to align strategies and implement CDx/PM tactics addressing patient and HCP needs
• Building and maintaining relationships with diagnostic partners, testing labs, external experts, advocacy groups, medical organizations, and regulatory bodies to strengthen the company’s global presence in Precision Medicine
• Coaching and developing team members while driving cultural and operational transformation initiatives, fostering behaviours aligned with the Astellas Way and CMT Ways of Working, and preparing the organization for long-term sustainable success
Required Qualifications
• Extensive experience in progressive leadership experience in Pharmaceutical Medicine, including solid experience in the CDx/PM space, ideally within Medical Affairs, pharmaceutical/diagnostic companies, commercial laboratories, or academic institutions
• Leading cross-functional, geographically diverse matrix teams and influencing without direct authority to deliver high-impact business results
• Driving brand medical affairs strategy, including product launches and lifecycle management
• Developing innovative, patient-centered evidence generation and dissemination strategies to support patient access and brand performance
• Strong understanding of industry trends, regulatory environments, and market access pathways for CDx
• Advanced knowledge of global pharma regulations and guidelines (IFPMA, PhRMA, FDA, EMA, PMDA, ACCME, OIG) with the ability to apply legal and compliance considerations to Medical Affairs activities
• Managing large budgets with proactive risk management for timelines and financial performance
• A medical degree (MD or equivalent) or Doctorate degree in Pharmacy or Pharmacology recognized by one of the leading governing bodies from around the globe or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Medically qualified with at solid experience in direct patient care
• Work experience across multiple cultures and countries / regions.
What awaits you at Astellas?
• Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
• Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
• Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
• A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors
• Impact
• Innovation
• Integrity
• One Astellas
• Accountability
• Courage
• Sense of Urgency
• Outcome Focus
Benefits
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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