Associate Director, Medical Affairs – GI

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of engagement plans with prioritized U.S. and global professional medical societies in partnership with Global Medical & Scientific Affairs (GMSA), U.S. Medical Affairs (USMA), Policy, and Patient Innovation & Engagement (PI&E)
• Execute defined engagement strategies and tactical plans aligned with TA priorities and evolving healthcare needs
• Monitor internal milestones and external trends to inform day‑to‑day execution and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Manage day‑to‑day relationships with assigned professional medical societies under the guidance of GPSA leadership
• Serve as a point of contact for assigned society interactions, ensuring alignment, mutual value, and appropriate follow‑through
• Assist with preparation of materials for external engagements, including follow‑up on previous meetings and action items, creation of backgrounders, and alignment on cross‑functional agenda items and attendees
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., GMSA TA teams, USMA, GMPEA, PI&E, Policy, Outcomes Research, Commercial, Compliance & Legal) to support aligned and compliant engagement activities
• Support tracking, documentation, and reporting of engagement activities and impact metrics
• Ensure all activities are executed in accordance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards
• Contribute to operational excellence initiatives, including process improvements, templates, and best practices

• Minimum advanced degree (e.g., MS, PharmD, PhD) in life sciences or a related field and a minimum of 2‑3 years of experience in medical education, professional relations, medical affairs, or the pharmaceutical industry – OR – BA/BS degree in life sciences or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience in medical education, professional relations, medical affairs, or the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience supporting cross‑functional teams in a matrixed environment
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high‑quality work within defined timelines
• Working knowledge of industry regulations, compliance standards, and company policies
• Commitment to ethical conduct, integrity, and patient‑focused decision‑making.