Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc.

Scientific Director, Medical Affairs

Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Represent Iovance Medical Affairs as a TIL cell therapy expert in both internal and external venues including the US and Global cross-functional teams, MRB, external consults, clinical sub-teams, and advisory boards / steering committees.
  • Work cross-functionally to support Commercial Quality, Market Access, Clinical Development, and the broader Med Affairs team.
  • Participate in various Medical Affairs cross-functional working groups.
  • Represent Iovance at professional meetings, congresses, and local symposia.
  • Provide high quality clinical input and review of disease strategy plans, slides, manuscripts, educational materials, IIT protocols, steering committee and advisory board meeting objectives, Standard Response Letters, and Commercial Brand plans.
  • Partner with Scientific Communications to develop timely publication strategies and plan, gap analysis, and key messages.
  • Interaction with key stakeholders, as a therapeutic area medical strategy expert.

Requirements

  • Advanced in life sciences or medical discipline
  • A minimum of 12 or more years of biotech/pharma in a similar role
  • Prior experience as a surgical Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner required, surgical oncology strongly preferred.
  • Expertise in the conduct of clinical trials in hematology/oncology
  • Excellent analytical skills and solid experience in translating medical, clinical, and surgical information into Medical Affairs strategies that improve tumor procurement quality and manufacturing success.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex scientific and surgical concepts to diverse audiences, including presentations to large groups, facilitation of interactive discussions, and 1:1 interaction with surgeons and other HCPs.
  • Proficiency in critical data review and interpretation, including the ability to evaluate surgical variables impacting product quality and outcomes.
  • Demonstrated customer-focused orientation & credibility with customers.
  • Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the capacity to align scientific initiatives with organizational goals and adapt to evolving industry landscapes.
  • Expertise in leading the development of effective and influential scientific content aligned with the latest advancements in the therapeutic landscape, utilizing PowerPoint for impactful presentations.
  • Knowledge/application of data sources, reports, and tools for the creation of solid plans, including insights into surgical workflows and tumor procurement metrics.
  • Ability and willingness to travel as needed to meet the demands of the role.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Professional development
  • Remote work options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
clinical trialssurgical oncologymedical strategydata reviewdata interpretationtumor procurementmanufacturing successscientific content developmentanalytical skillscritical thinking
Soft Skills
oral communicationwritten communicationcustomer-focused orientationstrategic thinkingadaptabilitypresentation skillsfacilitationinterpersonal skillscredibilitycollaboration
Certifications
Physician AssistantNurse Practitioner