Medical Director, Global Medical Affairs, Nephrology

Department: 107200 Medical Affairs Location: San Diego, USA- Remote Be a part of a global team that is inspired to make a difference in the lives of people living with rare disease. At Travere Therapeutics, we recognize that our exceptional employees are vital to our success. We are a dedicated team focused on meeting the unique needs of rare patients.Our work is rewarding - both professionally and personally - because we are making a difference. We are passionate about what we do. We are seeking talented individuals who will thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment and share in our mission - to identify, develop and deliver life-changing therapies to people living with rare disease. We stick by our values centered on patients, courage, community, and collaboration to pursue our vision of becoming a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the delivery of innovation and hope to patients in the global rare disease community. At Travere Therapeutics, we are in rare for life. We continue to courageously forge new paths as we move toward a common goal of elevating science and service for rare patients*.* Position Summary: The Medical Director, Global Medical Affairs, Nephrology will provide strategic and tactical support for our nephrology programs under the supervision of the Executive Director, Global Medical Affairs, Nephrology. The ideal candidate will have clinical experience in nephrology and a proven track record of Medical Affairs success in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry. This candidate will thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced team environment, be well-organized and able to develop project strategies and execute project details. The candidate must demonstrate strong scientific acumen and must be proficient and agile communicator of scientific concepts and data. Responsibilities: - Execution of Sparsentan medical affairs tactics including but not limited to: - Leading interactions and collaboration with external experts - Development and delivery of scientific engagement activities including advisory boards - Support of medical led scientific meetings e.g RKD Scientific Summit - Collaboration with scientific communication team to support scientific messaging and scientific content including: - Publication planning - Medical education activities - Congress Planning - Collaboration with field medical partners to support: - External expert interactions - Evidence generation activities - Team training needs to ensure alignment with current medical strategy and ensure team are up to date with emerging evidence - Lead Medical Affairs competitive intelligence activities, assess the implications of emerging data and changes in the treatment landscape, and communicate actionable recommendations to relevant stakeholders. - Represent Medical Affairs at Medical Review Committee & Promotional Review Committee to ensure key documentation is scientifically accurate. - Support Executive Medical Director with commercial and payor related activities. - Support Executive Medical Director with annual Medical Strategic planning and life cycle management plans. - Partner with Strategy & Operations to ensure implemented processes and systems are effective for the Nephrology Therapeutic Area. - Drive corporate efficiency through effective vendor and budget management. - Additional duties assigned as needed. Education/Experience Requirements: MD, MD/PhD, or PharmD/PhD in related Life Sciences discipline. Equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience may be considered. 6+ years of highly relevant work experience required. Experience within Medical Affairs in