Global Medical Affairs Director Neurosciences

Ipsen is a dynamic and growing global specialty-driven biopharmaceutical company focused on innovation and specialty care.We aim to make a sustainable difference by significantly improving patients’ health and quality of life and providing them with effective therapeutic solutions for unmet medical needs through differentiated and innovative medicines in Oncology, Neurosciences and Rare Diseases.The patient is at the heart of everything we do, and we also care for our employees because they are the ambassadors who truly make the difference. We attract and develop bold, agile, entrepreneurial individuals who take full ownership of their decisions; leaders drawn by a purpose to make a direct impact through their work in people’s lives.We offer employees a wealth of fulfilling challenges & growth opportunities, and the chance to contribute within a fast-moving organisation, an organisation that is genuinely game-changing.As Global Medical Director in Neurosciences, you will lead the design and execution of the global medical strategy for highly specialized assets with significant unmet medical need.Reporting to the Medical Asset Lead, you will play a key role in shaping the clinical and scientific narrative, enabling evidence generation, and building trusted partnerships with the neurosciences community.Your work will directly inform strategic decision-making and ensure patient-centric approaches across the product lifecycle.Main Responsibilities:Medical Strategy & Evidence GenerationLead the design and execution of strategic projects to generate scientific insights and address commercial, clinical, or data-related needs.Support the development of clinical and real-world evidence through clinical trials, database analyses, and investigator-initiated studies.Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with internal teams across Medical Affairs, Brand, and Market Access to provide scientific input and align on product strategy.Scientific Communication & External EngagementRepresent the company at scientific meetings and conferences, engaging with healthcare professionals, medical societies, and regulatory bodies.Key Opinion Leader (KOL) EngagementEstablish and nurture relationships with key opinion leaders, academic institutions, and clinical investigators to support scientific exchange and strategic alignment with the Medical Plan.Lifecycle Management SupportProvide expert medical input into product lifecycle management (LCM) initiatives, ensuring alignment with long-term strategic goals.In order to be considered for this role you must have:Medical degree (MD) or advanced degree in a relevant scientific field (PhD, PharmD).Certification in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and other relevant regulatory certificationsExtensive experience in medical affairs within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry in Specialty care ideally NeurosciencesProven track record in managing global medical affairs activities and leading cross-functional teams.Strong understanding of clinical development, regulatory requirements, and compliance.Experience in developing and implementing medical strategies and evidence generation plansEnglish fluency.We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr