Director, Global Medical Information Content

The Director, Global Medical Information Content is a strategic leader within Global Medical Affairs responsible for defining and advancing the enterprise vision for Medical Information content across the relevant therapeutic portfolio. Reporting to the Senior Director, Medical Communications, this role establishes the scientific content strategy, governance framework, and global standards that ensure the delivery of consistent, high-quality, and compliant scientific communications throughout the product lifecycle.

The Director serves as the organization's subject matter expert and strategic leader for Medical Information content, shaping approaches to scientific response development, content modernization, global harmonization, and emerging communication needs. Through close partnership with Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Compliance, Medical Excellence & Operations, and regional stakeholders, this role drives alignment on content priorities, promotes innovation through AI-enabled and digital solutions, and ensures the long-term scalability of Otsuka's Medical Information content ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Global Strategy and Governance

• Define and advance the global Medical Information content strategy and long-term vision across the relevant therapeutic portfolio.
• Establish governance frameworks, policies, standards, and best practices that ensure scientifically rigorous and compliant content globally.
• Serve as the Medical Affairs leader for Medical Information content strategy, aligning priorities with portfolio and business objectives.
• Anticipate emerging scientific and healthcare trends to shape future content strategies and objectives.

Global Content Development and Lifecycle Management

• Establish the strategic framework for the development, maintenance, review, and lifecycle management of global Standard Response Documents (SRDs), FAQs, and related response content.
• Drive global alignment and consistency across content approaches, standards, and priorities.
• Provide strategic direction for complex content initiatives related to new data, launches, and lifecycle management activities.
• Ensure content strategies support scientific excellence, compliance, scalability, and business impact.

Cross-Functional Leadership and Collaboration

• Lead strategic partnerships across Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Legal, Compliance, Pharmacovigilance, and Medical Excellence & Operations.
• Influence senior stakeholders on content strategy, governance decisions, and organizational priorities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on Medical Information content strategy, governance, and scientific response content standards.
• Represent Medical Information content strategy within key leadership, governance, planning, and launch readiness forums.

Innovation, Scientific Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Lead the modernization of Medical Information content through AI-enabled solutions, digital innovation, and scalable content models.
• Provide strategic leadership on Medical Information content strategy, scientific content standards, and evidence interpretation to ensure scientifically rigorous and compliant content.
• Partner with Medical Information, Medical Affairs, Publications, Regulatory, Legal, Compliance, and Medical Excellence & Operations stakeholders to drive alignment on content priorities, governance, and best practices.
• Leverage scientific insights, emerging evidence, and industry trends to inform future-state Medical Information content strategies and organizational capabilities.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, consistency, efficiency, and scalability across the Medical Information content ecosystem.

Leadership and Talent Development

• Lead, coach, and develop Medical Information content professionals and matrix teams.
• Foster a culture of scientific excellence, innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
• Build organizational capabilities through training, knowledge sharing, and standardization initiatives.
• Promote global alignment and effective collaboration across regional and functional teams.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced degree in life sciences (Ph.D., PharmD, or M.D. preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in Medical Information, Medical Communications, or related pharmaceutical functions.
• Demonstrated experience leading global Medical Information strategy, governance, and content operations.
• Experience supporting assets through development, launch, and lifecycle management.
• Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders globally.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Deep understanding of Medical Information regulations, compliance requirements, and global industry best practices.
• Experience developing and governing scientific response content, including SRDs, FAQs, and digital Medical Information resources.
• Strong knowledge of Medical Affairs and scientific communication processes within a global pharmaceutical organization.
• Experience implementing process improvement, digital transformation, and AI-enabled solutions.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams and drive organizational change.

Competencies
Accountability for Results - Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving - Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
Patient & Customer Centricity - Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
Impactful Communication - Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
Respectful Collaboration - Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
Empowered Development - Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.

Company benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits.

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