Global Medical Director External Programs Lead

1 month ago

Gentofte, Gentofte Kommune, Denmark ASCENDIS PHARMA AS Full time
Global Medical Director External Programs

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with rare diseases?

Do you have experience leading the development and execution of Global Medical Affairs external programs?

If so, now is your chance to join Ascendis Pharma as our new Global Medical Director External Programs.

Ascendis Pharma is a fast-growing biopharmaceutical company with a strong presence in Europe and the United States.

We are applying our TransCon technology to build a leading, fully integrated biopharmaceutical company focused on addressing unmet medical needs. Guided by our core values of patients, science, and passion, we use our TransCon drug development platform to develop new and potentially best-in-class therapies.

We are seeking a passionate Global Medical Director External Programs to join our growing team.

Your key responsibilities will be:

  • Coordinate external medical programs: Oversee planning, implementation, and evaluation of studies, access programs, and advocacy efforts.
  • Ensure collaboration with Commercial and Marketing teams: Provide medical support pre- and post-launch.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams: Align on strategic priorities with Clinical, Regulatory, and other departments.
  • Strategic operational planning: Develop efficient plans within budget, integrating external resources.
  • Direct complex project management: Lead projects for high-quality outcomes.
  • Execute Early Access Program planning: Manage all aspects of EAPs, applying risk management principles.
  • Provide scientific and strategic guidance: Advise stakeholders on medical programs alignment.
  • Represent the company externally: Attend meetings to enhance visibility and build relationships.
  • Lead patient advocacy initiatives: Develop policies and strategies to engage with patients.
  • Collaborate internally on business initiatives: Define projects supporting company goals.
  • Ensure compliance: Uphold SOPs and regulatory standards in all activities.

Qualifications and Skills:
You hold a relevant academic degree – preferably a MD, PharmaD, Ph.D., or equivalent degree from life science, medicine, or a related field – and +5 years of experience within medical affairs, medical education, or related field within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.

Knowledge of relevant therapeutic areas and disease states preferred.

Furthermore, you have:

  • A proven track record of successfully managing external programs and collaborations with healthcare professionals and other stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of medical science, clinical research methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
  • A strong ability to interpret and articulate clinical/HEOR data and the impact on clinical development and commercial programs.
  • In-depth understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, R&D, and Commercial activities.
  • Knowledge of evidence-based medicine concepts applied biostatistics and health economics are desirable.

Key competencies:
You are a strong team player, analytical, and have a can-do attitude.

You possess an entrepreneurial mindset and can thrive in an informal, open environment where innovation and change are key.

The ideal candidate both has excellent project management skills combined with great stakeholder management skills. To succeed in this role, we also expect you to possess the ability to lead strategically, drive performance, build alignment, inform, negotiate, and collaborate across partnerships.

Travel: days per year.

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