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Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website https://www.us.sumitomo-pharma.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead the planning, development, and implementation of a forward looking Medical Affairs/Medical and Scientific Communications team digital strategy, providing strategic vision and subject matter expertise to identify, evaluate, and implement emerging technologies that enhance capabilities, optimize processes, improve operational efficiencies and advance scientific communications. Establish a scalable digital roadmap with evolving business needs, industry trends and organizational priorities.

+ Serve as a subject matter expert for Medical and Scientific Communications systems, and related platforms and processes.

+ Serve as the Medical Information insights and reporting subject matter expert for the IRMS DV system and related vendor-supported reporting processes.

+ Ensure Medical Information platforms, databases, and content are reliable, compliant, and scalable, and positioned to support current and pipeline products.

+ Provide overall management, ownership, and administrative support for Mobile Locker, Pubshub, IRMS, Microsoft Office suite tools, Sharepoint, and other Medical Affairs systems, including user access maintenance, report generation, workflow updates, and compliant system enhancements.

+ Manage the MIRF process and associated operational requirements.

+ Lead the strategy, governance, ongoing optimization and maintenance of the SMPA Medical Affairs website and its updates ensuring it serves as a high quality, compliant, and user centric digital resource.

+ Identify and implement opportunities to improve Medical Affairs systems and related workflows to enhance efficiency and the end-user experience.

+ Manage processes, SOPs, and work instructions associated with Medical Affairs systems.

+ Develop and execute project plans that support pre- and post-product launch preparedness for Medical Affairs systems.

+ Implement innovations that strengthen quality control mechanisms, supporting systems and databases, inquiry-handling workstreams, and the dissemination of scientific information.

+ Execute ad hoc projects requiring technical, systems, or operational support.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Key Core Competencies

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills.

+ Strong stakeholder engagement skills.

+ Excellent organizational, time management, and planning skills.

+ Highly self-motivated, detail oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver work in a timely manner.

+ Ability to collaborate effectively across functional areas, maintain a solution-oriented mindset, and build alignment among internal stakeholders.

+ Innovative and forward-thinking, while remaining pragmatic, efficient, and results focused.

+ Demonstrated ability to lead projects effectively and on schedule.

+ Self-starter and strategic thinker who proactively identifies opportunities and anticipates needs and drives initiatives forward with minimal direction.

Education And Experience

+ Bachelor's degree in a related field required.

+ Minimum of 10+ years of Medical Information, Medical Affairs, or equivalent pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.

+ Experience leading technology-focused projects and coordinating cross-functional initiatives that improve processes and operational efficiency.

+ Proficiency with PC-based applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

+ Technical expertise with content management systems, customer relationship management systems, and related Medical Affairs platforms.

+ Experience working with Commercial, Legal, Medical, and Regulatory stakeholders, as well as familiarity with pharmaceutical and biotechnology business processes and program/project management practices.

+ Knowledge of AI technologies and their application in a patient-centric environment.

+ Ability to work independently while proactively engaging team members, colleagues, and stakeholders to align priorities and drive solutions forward.

Travel Requirements:

Primarily remote role with periodic on-site meetings in office. Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Mental/Physical Requirements:

Fast-paced environment handling multiple demands is involved. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.

The base salary range for this role is

$190,400.00 - $238,000.00

Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Confidential Data: All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential, in accordance with applicable law.

Compliance: Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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