Director, Medical Affairs Strategy

Nuvalent, Inc.

Medical Affairs strategy leader supporting oncology drug development at Nuvalent. Executing evidence generation, advisory boards, clinical collaboration, and compliant promotional review.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $230,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Medical Affairs with a focus on strategic planning, operational execution, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in managing advisory boards, scientific congresses, and integrating clinical insights into trial design, particularly in oncology.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Medical/Scientific Doctoral-Level Degree10+ Years Experience in Pharmaceutical or Biotech3+ Years in Medical AffairsOncology ExperienceStrong Project Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Medical Strategy DevelopmentOperational ExecutionAdvisory Board ManagementClinical Trial DesignSOP DevelopmentScientific CommunicationBudget ManagementKOL InteractionPromotional Material DevelopmentCross-Functional Collaboration

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyInitiativeAdaptability

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechMedical AffairsOncologySolid TumorClinical DevelopmentRegulatoryCommercialInvestigator-Sponsored ResearchPromotional Review Committee

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support development and execution of annual Medical Affairs strategic and tactical plans
Collaborate cross-functionally with Clinical, Commercial, Regulatory, and Field Medical teams
Operationalize and manage advisory boards, symposia, scientific congress planning, and educational initiatives
Serve as a Medical Affairs contributor on the Promotional Review Committee and Medical Review Committee
Support planning and implementation of the Investigator-Sponsored Research program
Partner with Clinical Development to integrate healthcare provider insights and support clinical trial design and execution
Collaborate with Commercial colleagues on compliant strategy alignment and development of promotional materials
Develop and maintain Medical Affairs processes, SOPs, and guidance documents
Gather, synthesize, and share scientific and clinical insights from KOL interactions, advisory boards, and conferences
Assist with vendor oversight and budget management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced medical/scientific doctoral-level degree required: PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent
10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or other relevant industries
3+ years in Medical Affairs preferred
Experience contributing to medical strategy with strong operational and executional skills
Oncology experience required
Solid tumor experience strongly preferred
Prior experience supporting advisory boards, PRC/MRC, and ISR programs
Experience collaborating across Clinical and Commercial functions
Strong project management and scientific communication skills
Ability to collaborate across matrixed, cross-functional teams
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and competing priorities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and adapt quickly
Up to 25% domestic and possibly international travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
Generous paid time off
Summer company shutdown
Winter company shutdown
Comprehensive benefit package
Competitive total rewards packages