Medical Affairs Strategy, Senior Medical Director - Heme (Hybrid)
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Job Description General Summary: Vertex seeks a dynamic and experienced Medical Affairs Physician/ Senior Medical Director for our Disease Area of Hematology within the Medical Affairs Strategy group. This individual will be responsible for the execution of medical strategies for the first FDA approved CRISPR-cas9 medicine (Exa-Cel) for the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease and Transfusion dependent B-Thalassemia, including providing medical leadership for the assigned therapeutic area and will be responsible for developing the medical strategy and medical plan as well as executing against the medical plan for assigned therapeutic areas and/or products. This role reports to the Global Medical Lead for Hematology and will collaborate closely with cross-functional groups to ensure that scientific and medical strategies are aligned with broader corporate and key stakeholder needs as well as ensuring the voice of the patient and medical community is integrated into product strategies. Key Duties and Responsibilities:
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Pay Range: $288,000 - $431,900Disclosure Statement: The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law. At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more. Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site EligibleFlex Eligibility Status: In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time. Company Information Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com |