VP of Medical Affairs
Portland, ME
Digital Divison – Medical Affairs /
Remote and/or Hybrid /
Hybrid
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Company Overview
MedRhythms is pioneering the development of next-generation neurotherapeutics designed to improve walking, mobility, and related functional outcomes via a proprietary, patented technology platform. Our mission is to help patients walk confidently again, by expanding access to patient-centered, world-class medical devices.
Our groundbreaking technology uses sensors, software, and music to deliver evidence-based interventions to improve walking. At its core is a cutting-edge treatment mechanism based on the latest neuroscience research in music: rhythm can be used clinically to directly target the human motor system and improve functional outcomes in walking. It's our mission to see these outcomes realized for the millions of people worldwide who struggle with walking impairments.
MedRhythms has a pipeline of innovative products in development in neurology, including Stroke, Parkinson’s Disease, and Multiple Sclerosis. Our flagship InTandem, is an FDA-authorized, prescription-only device intended to improve walking in adults with chronic stroke.
We are committed to developing evidence-based treatments, and have conducted clinical trials with leading research institutions across the U.S., including Johns Hopkins, Boston University, Mount Sinai, Cleveland Clinic, and Spaulding Rehabilitation.
Cultural Pillars that drive us and our success:
We are committed to People First
We are committed to Excellence Always
We are committed to being Action Focused
At MedRhythms, we value the passion and diversity that people bring with them everyday. It is crucial to our culture when it comes to building a successful and innovative team. If you are unsure whether your experience is a perfect fit for the position you are interested in, we encourage you to apply.
We are building a workforce that consists of hybrid team members living and working in and around our Portland, Maine headquarters and remote individuals. We do ask all of our team members to visit our headquarters throughout the year to get to know our team and fully integrate with our culture! If you are not located in Maine, don't let that stop you from applying. We would still be interested in speaking with you!
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Position Overview
As the VP of Medical Affairs you are responsible for developing and executing an integrated Medical Affairs strategy for the company and its pipeline products. Working in partnership with cross-functional colleagues and external collaborators, the VP of Medical Affairs is responsible for development of a scientific evidence strategy, development and implementation of the scientific narrative through multiple channels including publications, congress activities, leading advisory boards, development of external strategic relationships with key opinion leaders, scientific collaborators and patient advocacy groups.
As a member of our Leadership Team, you will work closely with internal partners including Commercial, Product Development, Clinical, Applied Research, Regulatory, and Corporate Strategy. When the time is right, you will have the opportunity to build-out the Medical Affairs team from the ground up.
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and is a combination of salary and bonus potential. This position will be hybrid and mainly work out of the MedRhythms headquarters in Portland, Maine; however candidates based outside of Maine will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Drive our medical strategy through cross-functional collaboration and maximize patient outcomes.
- Create opportunities to gather clinical insights, refine communications and strategies to ensure our plans incorporate the clinician and patient journey.
- Develop a cohesive scientific narrative and ensure consistency across channels, content formats, and audiences (e.g., Scientific Communications Platform, Publications plans, congress plans, corporate communications).Create and manage publication plans as well as congress strategy.
- Lead vendor/agency management for development of scientific communications projects (e.g., publications, scientific platforms, slide decks) and manage relevant budgets.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders to align corporate objectives with real-world insights to drive strategy.
- Develop innovative evidence generation strategies, that may be implemented in products post-launch, along with developing insights for uses of this dataWork in partnership with Market Access to educate payers through scientific exchange.
- When appropriate, build out and lead the Medical Affairs function (e.g., Field Medical, Scientific Communications and Medical Information, Health Economics and Outcomes Research, Safety)
We’re looking for you to bring
- A medical degree
- 8+ years’ experience in the field of Clinical Development/Medical Affairs.
- Experience or strong affinity with Neurology and Diseases of Aging
- Recent product launch experience
- A “patient first” approach.
- Deep understanding and experience with legal, regulatory and compliance as they pertain to provider, patient and payer interactions.
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, vendors and timelines.
- Excited and comfortable operating at both a strategic and tactical level.
- Accountable and influential leadership with a proven track record of success impact, and ability to lead with a vision.
- A proven track record of developing collaborative and effective internal and external relationships.
What we can offer you
Meaningful, purpose driven work on a life-changing product
Collaborative, supportive, smart and fun team
Competitive compensation and benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, stock options, bonus potential, paid parental leave
Generous paid time off: Unlimited vacation, sick and volunteer time off
Flexible hybrid work environment: Work where and when you are most productive
Downtown Portland, Maine office: Inviting office in the heart of the Old Port
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the talent selection process, please reach out to careers@medrhythms.com
