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Global Head, Medical Affairs Strategy, AIM

Chiesi, Boston, MA, United States


Chiesi USA Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years' experience, operating in 31 countries. More than 8,000 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.

Chiesi Global Rare Diseases Chiesi Global Rare Diseases is a Chiesi Group business unit established in February 2020 and focused on research, development and commercialization of treatments and patient support services for rare and ultra-rare disorders, many of whom have limited or no treatments available.

This unit is based in Boston, Massachusetts, with a strong synergy with the headquarters in Parma.

Rare unit has a focus on research and product development for lysosomal storage diseases, rare hematology, ophthalmology disorders and rare immunodeficiencies. The unit is also a dedicated partner with global leaders in scientific research, patient advocacy and care.

Who we are looking for Responsibilities

Leads global strategic planning activities and the development of a global medical product plan

Ensures alignment of local activities with global strategy, leads the collection of actionable insights and determines follow‑up actions

Work toward becoming subject matter expert in Fabry disease/product clinical data with increasing responsibility to lead data generation activities and the integrated data generation plan

Provides input into the publication strategy and is accountable for driving data generation in support of congress presence and manuscript development

Provides scientific input and review for global scientific communication and medical information materials

Represents medical affairs at product global cross‑functional meetings and acts as medical reviewer for study protocols at the Scientific Research Committee

Global congress support/attendance

Supports global KOL engagement (advisory boards, symposia, specialist meetings)

Provides input into the global medical training plan and delivers global training as needed

Acts as medical reviewer for global HEOR deliverables

Provides input into Global Patient advocacy initiative (e.g., roundtables)

Qualifications

4 years prior medical affairs experience required. Previous experience in global roles and multi‑cultural environment is considered an asset.

Strong strategic thinking and decision‑making abilities

Ability to develop deep subject matter expertise into disease and product clinical data

Strong expertise in medical‑driven data generation and fluency on clinical research matters and environment

Strong ability to critically analyze, summarize and communicate data

Great analytical skills and attention to detail

Understanding of basic epidemiological and statistical concepts in medical research that enable efficient interaction with statistical team

Strong interpersonal skills in developing and maintaining positive and successful stakeholder relationships (internal and external)

Preferred Qualifications

PhD or MD preferred, PharmD will be considered.

Background in rare disease preferable, background in immunology a plus but not required.

Preference will be given to candidates with an interest in and experience with post‑marketing studies and data generation.

Location Hybrid role based in Boston, MA.

Compensation The annual base pay for this position ranges from $243,300 to $293,700. Hourly and salaried non‑exempt employees will also be paid overtime when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. If hired, the employee will be in an "at‑will" position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Benefits 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Chiesi USA is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce 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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