Director, Medical Information & Content Development, Dermatology/Inflammation & Autoimmunity (IAI)

Overview

Incyte is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel medicines to meet serious unmet medical needs in oncology and inflammation and autoimmunity. Incyte is committed to the rigorous pursuit of research and development excellence to improve the lives of patients, make a difference in health care, and build sustainable value.

The Company strives to discover and develop first-in-class and best-in-class medicines-advancing a diverse portfolio of large and small molecules.

Job Summary

The Director, Medical Information & Content Development (MICD) is responsible for identifying needs and development of scientific exchange materials for field-based US Medical Affairs members (i.e., Medical Science Liaisons, Health Outcomes Liaisons), ad hoc medical meetings, and other relevant projects and programs consistent with the Medical Affairs Strategic and Operational Plan. This individual is responsible for the strategy, planning and execution of medical advisory boards, including development of related materials. The position is also responsible for the identification, planning and execution of medical congress exhibits and medical symposia. The Director routinely collaborates cross-functionally with internal business partners (e.g., Research & Development, US/Global Medical Affairs, and Publications & Scientific Communications), as well as external experts in the fields of Dermatology and IAI. This position will also be involved in the exploration and utility of Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities for scientific content development for use with customers, and Company-supported social media channels. They will also assist, as needed, in the medical review of scientific exchange/promotional materials, development of training materials, product dossiers, frequently asked question (FAQ) documents and standard response letters. The position will report directly to the Executive Director, MICD, Dermatology/IAI.

Summary of the Essential Functions of the Job

1. Develops content for US Medical Affairs programs and projects including agendas, medical presentations, ad hoc clinical engagements, select medical congresses, and internal scientific meetings, and supports cross-functional execution.
2. Manages medical advisory boards, including identifying external experts, developing and approving meeting content, and executing the advisory board meeting. May present at advisory boards as subject matter expert.
3. Works cross-functionally to plan and develop content for medical congress scientific booths and medical symposia related to disease states of interest, research targets, investigational agents, and clinical study recruitment.
4. Develops and maintains expertise in dermatology, and IAI therapeutic areas, including disease states, treatment modalities, and ongoing research strategies.
5. Provides medical literature surveillance and oversight for US Medical Affairs and identifies and communicates pertinent updates in a timely manner.
6. Manages external vendors, including those involved in scientific content development and advisory boards, and participates in the review and selection process.
7. Collaborates with internal stakeholders to develop and maintain content management solutions (e.g. intranet sites, applications).
8. Participates in the creation and maintenance of departmental SOPs necessary to ensure highest levels of quality, compliance, and operational efficiency.
9. Assists with the medical review of scientific exchange/promotional materials.
10. Explores and implements AI solutions to help shape scientific content.
11. Assists with creation of medical information standard response letters, product dossiers, and frequently asked question (FAQ) documents, as needed.
12. Assists Executive Director, MICD on cross-functional US Medical Affairs needs for budget forecasting, planning, and management related to scientific content development strategy and tactics.

Minimum Requirements

1. Advanced scientific or clinical degree in the life sciences (e.g., Pharm.D., or Ph.D); minimum of 6 years' experience working in a Medical Information/Medical Affairs capacity for a pharmaceutical, medical device, medical communications company, or equivalent experience, is required.
2. Extensive experience creating scientific content, including disease state and product-related slide presentations, is required.
3. Experience in the management and execution of advisory boards is required.
4. Track record of exhibiting leadership behaviors related to collaborating cross-functionally to build consensus, and executing simultaneous projects in a timely manner, is required.
5. Knowledge of FDA regulations regarding the dissemination of Medical Information and drug promotion, is required.
6. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
7. Excellent project management skills, including the ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple projects are required.
8. Experience in IAI, especially dermatology, is strongly preferred.
9. Current, or prior people management experience is desirable.
10. Approximately 15% travel commitments.
11. Able to work on-site a minimum of 4 business days per week.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.

Incyte Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.