Vice President, Medical Affairs

About the position

The Vice President of Medical Affairs at Alumis Inc. is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the Medical Affairs function, including managing Field Medical Scientists and supporting business development. This position plays a crucial role in informing clinical studies and collaborating with physicians to enhance patient outcomes in autoimmune diseases, particularly focusing on dermatology. The VP will develop and implement strategies to support the company's lead assets and represent the company externally, while also fostering relationships with key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Medical Affairs function at Alumis.
• Develop and implement key Medical Affairs strategies and activities to support the development of lead assets.
• Develop and present Medical Affairs operational plans to Development and Executive management.
• Represent the company externally.
• Direct and oversee all aspects of Medical Affairs and pre-launch needs.
• Build and lead a best-in-class global medical affairs team to support launches of multiple indications with a focus on psoriasis for ESK-001.
• Develop key performance indicators and generate analytical reports related to Medical Affairs plans and Medical Science Liaison group activities.
• Develop and implement Medical Communication and Disease State Awareness strategies.
• Partner with KOLs to gather information on current focused therapeutic area issues and questions.
• Collaborate with the Commercial team to develop educational material for providers and patients that are balanced and medically accurate.
• Provide direction and input into the development and implementation of successful reimbursement and market-access strategies.
• Work closely with clinical development and commercial leadership teams to develop the overall strategic direction for Alumis.
• Foster collaborative relationships with academic and clinical experts, publishers, medical and patient associations, and other relevant external and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets that effectively achieve desired goals balanced with the financial objectives of the broader organization.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional experience within Biotech/Pharma in Medical Affairs, specifically dermatology.
• 5+ years of people leadership experience.
• An understanding of government and industry guidelines, regulations, laws, etc., for appropriate scientific/medical exchange and communication with customers.
• Ability to lead by example, attract and develop talent, build interdependent partnerships, and create a culture of collaboration and teamwork.
• Ability to prioritize and manage several complex projects simultaneously.
• Proven ability to develop internal relationships in a highly matrixed environment, as well as external relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and industry experts.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and present complex and/or new ideas with clarity and simplicity.
• Ability to prioritize concurrent projects with tight deadlines and operate in a highly compliance-driven environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $325,000 to $345,000 annually.
• Equal opportunity employer.