Associate Director, Medical Affairs Operations – Strategy

Responsibilities

• Partner with Medical Affairs leadership to establish priorities, operational plans, and strategic investments.
• Develop business reviews, leadership presentations, dashboards, operational metrics, and reporting.
• Develop and continuously improve processes, governance, operating models, and performance metrics.
• Identify operational risks, dependencies, and resource needs.
• Oversee Medical Affairs operational support and vendor management.
• Serve as the primary operational liaison between Medical Affairs and key cross-functional partners.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional initiatives that advance Medical Affairs strategy.
• Build strong relationships across a complex matrixed organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience within biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or healthcare organizations.
• Significant experience supporting Medical Affairs, business operations, strategic planning, or related functions.
• Demonstrated success leading complex operational initiatives in a matrix environment.
• Experience supporting senior leaders and influencing across functions.
• Experience managing vendors, contracts, budgets, and external partnerships.
• Field Medical, neuroscience, rare disease, or growth‑stage biotech experience is preferred.
• Comfort with screen work, basic hand coordination, and sustained focus.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading complex operational initiatives within the Medical Affairs domain, with a strong focus on strategic planning, vendor management, and cross‑functional collaboration. Proven ability to develop and improve operational processes and metrics to support organizational goals.