Sr. Director, Medical Affairs - PAH / PH-ILD, US

Department: Medical Affairs

Job Type: Direct Employee

Business Area: Mktg, Market Access, Bus. Excellence & Med. Affair

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Cary, NC, US

Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries. More than 7,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Purpose

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead the PAH/PH-ILD US Medical Affairs team, ensuring alignment with Global Medical Affairs to execute the medical operating plan and Medical Affairs strategy for PAH/PH-ILD within the US, as part of a collaborative effort with Gossamer Bio. The US Head of Medical Affairs for PAH/PH-ILD applies leadership, technical expertise, and deep knowledge of medicine development to all respiratory initiatives. Collaborating with global and local teams (Payer, Marketing, New Product Planning), this leader provides medical direction for product development, launch, and commercialization, prioritizing patients in line with Chiesi Values and Behaviours.

This role is based in Cary, NC or remote, with preference for East Coast applicants.

Main Responsibilities

• Leading the development and execution of the US PAH/PH-ILD Medical Affairs operating plan, while providing medical leadership as appropriate on cross-functional teams supporting local and global clinical, medical, and commercial development plans.
• Represents US Medical Affairs on respiratory-related cross-functional teams and develops and executes US medical strategies for phase IV research, including RWE and data generation plans, as well as promotional review board and/or committees.
• Ensures seamless and coordinated partnership between Internal and Respiratory Field Medical Affairs leadership to achieve integration of insights into strategy development and execution of local medical plans.
• Establishes new and growing existing critical external relationships with US thought leaders and professional societies in the PAH/PH-ILD therapeutic area. Leads and executes successful Medical advisory boards, congress-related symposia, and congress planning.
• As appropriate, participates in Medical Affairs Respiratory Team consisting of cross-functional medical colleagues including provides medical input on US labeling and regulatory interactions.
• Ensures timely and appropriate management of the US Medical budgetincluding project spend Mentors and coaches’ other colleagues, as appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• MD, DO, PhD or PharmD professional degree required.
• 8+ years of relevant work experience; experience in Medical Affairs with increasing levels of responsibility with leadership preferred. Demonstrated ability to think and act strategically, with tactical execution.
• Strong leadership qualities and the ability to influence, work and align with multiple Chiesi-internal and external stakeholders, and build and navigate within cross-functional Chiesi teams.
• Proven planning and organizational skills with experience managing multiple priorities in combination with great attention to detail as well as the ability to prioritize in a changing environment with a sense of urgency.
• Deep understanding of HCP and Payer informational needs and what is required to support these needs including promotional review boards or committees.
• Extensive knowledge of patterns of medical practice, healthcare delivery and the current and evolving landscape within the US will be required.
• Candidate will need to demonstrate credibility and presence based on their knowledge of all aspects of Medical Affairs. Experience in both clinical development and patient care is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of complex diseases and the associated medical challenges to provide expert insight establish and drive the disease vision by rigorous scientific debates with medical thought leaders.
• Well-organized, operationally effective, and able to both develop project strategies and ensure reliable implementation of projects with a flexible and solution-driven attitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills in developing and maintaining successful stakeholder relationships (internal and external).
• Proven ability to collaborate efficiently with both internal and external parties to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Communicates clearly and logically in spoken and written formats, tailoring presentations to suit the target audience.
• Proficiency in public speaking.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with launch products in PAH/PH-ILD.
• Ability to demonstrate effective strategies, change management, and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders toward achieving defined objectives.
• Applies technical expertise to diagnose complex issues, propose viable solutions, identify root causes, and work collaboratively to implement lasting resolutions.
• Contributes to common goals by supporting, encouraging, and sharing relevant information with colleagues across organizational boundaries.

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work‑life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work force at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination.

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