Head of Neuropsychiatry

Biogen

Head of Neuropsychiatry leading US Medical strategy for Biogen's neuropsychiatry portfolio. Managing teams and overseeing medical affairs activities to advance patient care and business objectives.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $278,000 - $382,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing medical strategies within the Neuropsychiatry portfolio, with a strong focus on team leadership, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to integrate patient and healthcare professional insights into strategic planning while managing medical affairs operations effectively.

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Medical Affairs LeadershipNeuropsychiatry ExpertiseStrategic Medical PlanningTeam Development and MentorshipRegulatory Compliance Management

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Hard Skills

Medical Strategy DevelopmentField Medical OperationsScientific CommunicationLifecycle ManagementProduct Launch SupportData-Driven Decision MakingBudget ManagementStakeholder EngagementClinical ResearchPortfolio Management

Soft Skills

Performance-Driven MindsetAccountabilityInnovationInclusive LeadershipCoaching and Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

MDPhDPharmDDNP

Industry Keywords

NeuropsychiatryMedical AffairsRegulatory EnvironmentField Medical StrategyComplex Therapeutic AreasMarket AccessCross-Functional GovernanceAdvisory BoardsCongress StrategyPatient Insights

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and execution of the US Medical strategy across the Neuropsychiatry portfolio, encompassing multiple marketed products and late-stage development assets.
Serve as the primary medical point of contact for Neuropsychiatry across US Commercial, Market Access, Global Medical, and Regulatory organizations.
Oversee field medical strategy and operations for the Neuropsychiatry franchise, including Field Director and MSL teams.
Provide leadership and strategic oversight for scientific content development, external stakeholder engagement, congress strategy, publications, and advisory boards.
Ensure medical input is embedded in key cross-functional activities including lifecycle management, launch planning, and field enablement.
Champion the integration of patient and HCP insights into strategic and tactical planning, ensuring a data-driven and customer-centric approach to decision-making.
Lead with a performance-driven mindset, promoting accountability, innovation, and excellence across the Neuropsychiatry medical team.
Mentor and develop medical affairs talent through intentional coaching, career path planning, and succession development.
Represent Neuropsychiatry in cross-functional governance, promotional review committees, and compliance processes, ensuring rigorous execution and alignment with regulatory expectations.
Manage and oversee the Neuropsychiatry medical budget, ensuring efficient resource utilization and investment in areas of highest impact.

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD, PhD, PharmD, or DNP in a clinical or scientific discipline.
8-10+ years of Medical Affairs experience in roles with increasing responsibility and accountability for medical affairs planning & tactical execution.
5+ years of experience leading Medical Affairs teams across multiple products or within complex therapeutic areas.
Demonstrated experience in developing and executing medical strategies for both marketed and pipeline assets.
Deep understanding of medical engagement, regulatory environment, field medical operations, and scientific communication.
Experience in Neurology and Psychiatry strongly preferred.
Proven success launching and supporting multiple products within a portfolio-based medical model.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with high strategic visibility.
Track record of building and leading high-performing teams with a focus on talent development and inclusive leadership.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation