About This Role

As the Senior Medical Director for Global Medical Device, you will be a strategic leader and expert partner in developing the medical strategy for the Theca Flex DRx™ System. This implantable intrathecal catheter, catheter fixation device, and subcutaneous port system is designed to provide access to cerebrospinal fluid for therapeutic infusion.

As a key member of the Global Medical Team, reporting to the Head of Global Medical for Rare Disease, you will be accountable for developing and implementing the global medical strategy for the Theca Flex DRx™ System. Your work will be instrumental in advancing Biogen’s patient-centered drug delivery solutions. A key member of the Global Medical team, you will align your efforts with Biogen’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities we serve and the patients who rely on our innovations.

What You’ll Do

• Build and maintain close partnerships with key medical experts and healthcare providers to inform the Global Medical Affairs strategy.
• Develop and implement medical strategies for devices.
• Oversee evidence generation plans specific to device value.
• Partner with therapeutic area Medical Directors to integrate devices into therapy strategies.
• Generate medical insights to inform strategic and tactical plans across functions.
• Lead high-impact medical activities, including advisory boards, medical education, and research projects.
• Collaborate with clinical device units and clinical development teams to support development programs and enhance site engagement activities.
• Support scientific communications in the development and execution of publication plans for impactful data dissemination and education strategies.
• Identify and advance collaborations with external stakeholders, including healthcare and patient advocacy organizations.
• Foster a positive team climate in alignment with Biogen’s culture.

Who You Are

You are a scientific or clinical professional with a passion for science and deep knowledge of medical devices. You have keen curiosity about healthcare and business opportunities, always keeping patients, payers, and physicians at the forefront. Your collaborative nature helps in solving critical scientific and business challenges. You are willing to travel 30-40% of your time to engage with external stakeholders.

Required Skills

• Advanced degree required: MD, PhD, or equivalent advanced degree.
• 8+ years of industry experience, preferably in Headquarters-based Medical Affairs, Scientific Affairs, or Field clinical engineering roles.
• Relevant experience in the medical device industry is required.
• Expertise in developing, communicating, and executing comprehensive medical affairs plans.
• Proven ability to build productive collaborations with medical experts.
• Strong working knowledge of US and ex-US regulations relevant to Medical Affairs.
• Agility, self-starter mindset, and comfort operating in ambiguous settings.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven track record of delivering results that meet or exceed objectives.
• Ability to travel 30-40%.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with medical launches and products at different lifecycle stages.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and collaborate with global, regional, and affiliate medical teams.
• Project management skills with initiative to solve complex and challenging problems.

Job Level: Management

Additional Information:

The base compensation range for this role is: $278,000.00-$382,000.00
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
• Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.