Vice President, Medical and Scientific Affairs

Company: Sumitomo Pharma
Location: Marlborough
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website https://www.us.sumitomo-pharma.com or follow us on LinkedIn. The Vice President, Head of Medical and Scientific Affairs will be responsible for the strategic development, execution and management of medical affairs functions including managing field MSL team, HEOR data generation, payer engagement, developing medical affairs strategy, scientific and medical information for key stakeholders and publications. The Vice President will lead the global medical affairs functions for investigational and marketed products. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Act as a player-coach and will be expected to independently engage with external KOLs and stakeholders. This individual will be expected to engage in the field and travel up 30% of the time meeting with KOLs. Plan, oversee and direct all aspects of global medical affairs activities for investigational and marketed products. Lead development of systems and processes to ensure harmonized and integrated medical affairs function that will be executed in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies. Build and execute on a cohesive medical education and information strategy and engage directly in the field. Drive and coordinate publication strategy and execution and review potential manuscripts/abstracts. Develop strategic architecture and directly manage relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), medical societies and other key stakeholders. Build trusted and meaningful scientific partnerships with KOLs through deep therapeutic insights and driving changes in attitudes and behaviors through scientific education. Advance data generation aligned with company strategic priorities, including HEOR studies and burden of disease evaluations. Lead, hire, engage, coach, and develop a high performing medical affairs function to foster commitment to excellence and culture of collaboration. Provide strategic input into both company-initiated and investigator-initiated trial development and approval in collaboration with other stakeholders. Collaborate with multiple stakeholders in the development and approval of education material for providers and patients that is medically accurate and appropriate. Provide direction into the development and implementation of successful reimbursement and market-access strategies. Manage medical affairs budget and will be responsible for optimal resource allocation. Key Core Competencies Demonstrates exceptional emotional intelligence, fostering trust, psychological safety, and high performance through self-awareness, empathy, and strong interpersonal judgment. Entrepreneurial thinker with ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Expert evaluation skills and analytical thinking. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present to and engage with a wide range of audiences. Solid working knowledge of regulatory and compliance environment. Excellent strategic thinking skills, with demonstrated ability to successfully lead the ideation and development of a plan and move to action. Possess a willingness and ability to work hands-on and with a sense of urgency, in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Education and Experience: 15 years Medical Affairs experience. At least 2 years’ experience as VP of Medical Affairs preferred Minimum of 7 years in medical affairs leadership; experience in small to mid-sized biotech companies preferred. MD required; clinical background in oncology/hematology preferred. Broad experience including experience and leadership in Rare Disease/Primary Care and Oncology Successful track record of overseeing multiple product launches and lifecycle management. Existing contacts with oncology institutions and/or hospitals strongly preferred. Computer proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe. Ability to travel approximately 30% The base salary range for this role is $315,100 to $393,900. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Confidential Data : All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential. Compliance : Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Mental/Physical Requirements : Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time. Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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