VP, Medical Affairs

Mavericks Wanted

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Affiliate Overview

ML Bio Solutions (ML Bio), an affiliate within BridgeBio Pharma, was founded in 2018, dedicated to finding a cure for limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2I/R9 FKRP-related (LGMD2I/LGMDR9). ML Bio is developing BBP-418, potentially the first oral treatment for patients with LGMD2I.

What You'll Do

The VP, ML Bio Solutions Lead, Medical Affairs, is responsible for leading medical affairs teams for ML Bio Solutions, a Bridge Bio company, developing an enzyme substrate therapy for Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type R9, FKRP-related. This includes developing and executing medical strategies and plans, managing relationships with key stakeholders, and ensuring that medical activities and communications comply with applicable laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a solid clinical background, a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, and a proven track record of success in leading and managing teams within matrixed environments -- such as with clinical development, regulatory, market access, and commercial -- to generate momentum to further the business in support of patients.

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively develop and help execute medical plans for BBP-418 in alignment with the company's overall strategy
• Lead the build out of nascent medical affairs organization
• Help manage relationships with key stakeholders, including physicians, delivery systems, advocacy groups, payers, and regulators
• Ensure that all medical activities are compliant
• Oversee the development and delivery of medical education, medical information, and training programs
• Help drive the publication strategy for data dissemination
• Contribute to developing clinical trial protocols, data, and evidence generation and analysis plans
• Represent the company at scientific conferences, advocacy meetings, external executive joint meetings, and other events
• Help support the Commercial function with key medical input (e.g., for content development, messaging, training)
• Maintain a competitive lens to differentiate BBP-418 through scientific and market insights

Where You'll Work

This is a field-based position.

Who You Are

• MD (highly preferable) or Ph.D. in a relevant medical field
• Neuromuscular Medicine (optimal), neurology, genetics, or rare disease experience highly desired
• 8+ years of experience in medical affairs, with a focus on competitive brand management
• Solid clinical and scientific acumen
• Proven track record of success in leading and managing teams
• Facile communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, especially in fast-paced environments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines
• Commitment to excellence, continuous learning, flexibility, and persistence

Rewarding Those Who Make the Mission Possible

We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return. 

Financial Benefits:

• Market leading compensation 
• 401K with 100% employer match on first 3% & 50% on the next 2%
• Employee stock purchase program
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Referral program with $2,500 award for hired referrals

Health & Wellbeing:

• Comprehensive health care with 100% premiums covered - no cost to you and dependents
• Mental health support via Spring Health (6 therapy sessions & 6 coaching sessions)
• Hybrid work model - employees have the autonomy in where and how they do their work 
• Unlimited flexible paid time off - take the time that you need
• Paid parental leave - 4 months for birthing parents & 2 months for non-birthing parents
• Flex spending accounts & company-provided group term life & disability 
• Subsidized lunch via Forkable on days worked from our office

Skill Development & Career Paths:

• People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility
• We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, Spring Health & BetterUp Coaching
• We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities