Senior Director, GMA Oncology GMAT Lead

Company: Daiichi Sankyo
Location: Basking Ridge
Posted on: February 7, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Title: Senior Director, GMA Oncology GMAT Lead Job Requisition ID: 970 Posting Start Date: 2/4/26 At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society. Job Summary The Senior Director, Global Oncology Medical Affairs is responsible for developing the Global Medical Affairs (GMA) strategy and tactical plan as part of the Global Brand Strategic Plan and leads the execution of the activities in the GMA plan including Launch Readiness and Life Cycle Management for the assigned compound and will report into the Global Oncology Medical Affairs Franchise Head. Responsibilities Responsible for the development of the Global Medical Affairs strategy and medical objectives for the assigned compound or therapeutic area and leads development, execution of the Global Medical Affairs plan and budget management including activities related to evidence generation, scientific engagement and communication as part of Launch Readiness activities and life cycle management from a medical perspective Serves as Global Medical Affairs Team (GMAT) Lead, to gain strategic and planning alignment across the matrix team consisting of regional medical affairs and core GMA functions. Represents medical affairs function as a member of the various cross-functional forums including, Publications Planning, Clinical and Safety sub-teams, Global Brand Team, and Global Product Team to inform clinical development, commercialization, market access, and other cross-functional strategic discussions. Lead the team with sleeves rolled up, model the way and enable the team to act. Provides medical leadership to GMA clinical operations teams as part of evidence generation forums and study teams for Local/Regional Medical Affairs company sponsored study concepts as needed. Partners with RWE strategy and Biomarker/CDx leads on related integrated evidence generation strategies and activities as part of the GMA Plan. Provides medical review of expanded access programs (EAP) and, investigator-initiated studies (IIS) as part of a Global IIS Review Committee, for assigned compound. Collaborates across GMA functions to develop, review, and align on key scientific communications and medical information response documents within legal and compliance regulations. Leads internal stakeholder medical education activities related to the compound data. In partnership with Medical Intelligence and Congress Planning leads, communicates and educates on related competitor data. Provides medical leadership in scientific engagement activities with key external stakeholders such as advisory boards, investigator interactions, congress activities, peer to peer discussions with key thought leaders. Provides medical support for scientific symposium and medical congresses within legal and compliance regulations. Works with Patient Advocacy leads and Grants office to incorporate the patient voice and define external medical education strategies for independent grants, respectively. Provides input into publication strategy, data gap analysis, and tactical planning as part of the overall GMA plan. Reviews and approves abstracts, manuscripts, and other data disclosure documents. Manage budgets and resources efficiently for GMA supported activities within the GMA plan, in collaboration with GMA Franchise Head Qualifications Education Qualifications An MD, PhD or PharmD is required Experience Qualifications 10 or more years Pharmaceutical industry experience or commensurate healthcare or research experience requiredMinimum of 5 years of (in-house) medical affairs or related experience, global requiredMust have oncology experience, specifically in solid tumors required Previous overall responsibility and accountability for multiple indications of one or more compounds and related GMA plan/budget for related MA activities required Demonstrated ability to lead and influence others internally and externally.Experience leading matrix medical teams (e.g. GMAT) and representing medical on cross-functional leadership teams (e.g. Global Product Team, Global Brand Team, etc.). Relationships with key external experts requiredProven ability to manage multiple priorities at one time required Knowledge of ADC or other biologics, or small molecules preferred Demonstrated experience working with an alliance partner company preferred Experience in hemato-oncology preferred Travel Requirements Ability to travel up to 20-25% travel Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary Range: USD$238,275.00 - USD$397,125.00 Download Our Benefits Summary PDF Professionals

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