Vice President, Medical Affairs

Vir Biotechnology is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on powering the immune system to transform lives by discovering and developing medicines for serious infectious diseases and cancer. Its clinical-stage portfolio includes programs for chronic hepatitis delta and multiple dual-masked T-cell engagers across validated targets in solid tumor indications. Vir Biotechnology also has a preclinical portfolio of programs across a range of infectious diseases and oncologic malignancies.

We believe the success of our colleagues drives the success of our mission. We are committed to creating a company where everyone feels supported and encouraged to give their best.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Vir Biotechnology is looking for a strategic and hands-on Vice President, Medical Affairs to provide leadership for all Medical Affairs activities through the development and execution of strategies and tactics aligned with corporate goals, priorities, and objectives. Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, you will lead an established team with the potential to build and expand the department, elevating our Global Medical Affairs to the next level as we advance our pipeline and prepare for critical commercial milestones.

The initial focus will be on hepatitis delta virus (HDV) commercialization readiness, while also providing Medical Affairs leadership across our broader portfolio, including infectious disease and oncology assets.

You will oversee operations, budget, and tactical execution while driving launch readiness, high-quality medical engagement, and maintaining Medical Affairs excellence. As a key leader, you will serve as a strategic partner across the organization, providing critical Medical Affairs expertise to shape product development and launch strategies.

This Position is located in our San Francisco headquarters with an expectation of 3 days per week in office.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Develop and execute global Medical Affairs strategy across all programs and therapeutic areas in alignment with corporate goals and priorities

• Partner with clinical development teams on late-stage planning and lead Medical Affairs launch readiness activities

• Provide cross-functional leadership and strategic input across clinical development, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, commercial, market access, and pharmacovigilance to inform product development strategies and commercial planning

• Oversee operations, budget management, and tactical execution of medical affairs initiatives

• Oversee publication strategy and execution

• Lead congress and scientific meeting strategy to maximize scientific impact and visibility

• Advance collaborations with Key Opinion Leaders and establish robust partnerships within the medical and scientific community, including oversight of KOL interactions, advisory board strategy, academic partnerships, and professional society activities to generate actionable insights

• Oversee Medical Science Liaison (MSL) and Medical Information teams to deliver high-quality, compliant scientific exchange

• Establish and oversee medical engagement strategies, directing team interactions with HCPs and synthesizing insights to inform organizational strategy and tactics

• Oversee the gathering and synthesis of customer insights regarding Vir Bio and competitor products, translating findings into strategic recommendations to inform medical and commercial decision-making

• Lead medical education initiatives to support disease state awareness and product knowledge

• Serve as a medical and scientific representative of Vir Bio in interaction with external partners, including KOLs, medical experts, government agencies, and patient/provider organizations

• Lead, mentor, and develop an existing team of medical affairs professionals, elevating team capabilities and performance to meet evolving business needs

• Build a culture of transparency, innovation, teamwork, and scientific excellence

• Maintain Medical Affairs excellence through adherence to the highest quality standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices

WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU BRING

• MD or Pharm

D/PhD and 10+ years of relevant experience in the…