Job Title: Medical Director-Japan

Department: Medical Affairs

Location: Remote Japan

Overview of Role:

The Medical Director, Japan, is a highly motivated and experienced scientific expert specializing in Immuno-Oncology. Reporting to the Head of Global Medical Affairs, the Director will engage in meaningful peer-to-peer scientific dialogue with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), payers, investigators, and other healthcare providers within the Japanese healthcare system. The Director will develop country-specific medical affairs strategies to support the clinical development program and product lifecycle from Phase III through pre-launch, launch, and post-launch activities. Combining strong business acumen, clinical expertise, and market awareness, the Director will act as a vital conduit of information to various stakeholders within Summit. This remote, national role anticipates that the Director will spend more than 70% of their time in the field, interacting with stakeholders and maintaining a high level of therapeutic expertise.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute medical strategies for clinical studies success and product prelaunch across Japanese markets, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and company objectives
• Identify, gain access to, and develop professional, customer-centric relationships with Japanese experts in Immuno-Oncology
• Lead and participate in educational programs, symposiums, and advisory boards to communicate scientific insights and support product positioning
• Ensure all medical activities align with regulations and ethical standards
• Participate, monitor, and provide scientific insights relevant to Summit
• Create, maintain, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to develop and execute activities designed to support and meet shared scientific or business objectives
• Initiate and oversee all medical affairs activities in Japan (e.g., advisory boards, Masterclasses, Round-tables, congress engagement)
• All other duties as assigned

Experience, Education and Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Doctoral degree in health sciences from an accredited university (MD, PhD, PharmD, or equivalent)
• Lung Cancer clinical experience within the last 5 years is highly desired
• Minimum of 10+ years of clinical, scientific, research, or industry-related experience required
• Previous pharmaceutical industry experience within a relevant scientific discipline is required
• Proficiency in English is required
• The Director must possess and demonstrate past achievements in:
  • Understanding, analyzing, and communicating complicated scientific concepts and data
  • Building credible relationships with prominent HCPs
  • Independently identifying and translating corporate needs into action plans that achieve objectives
  • Self-motivation to achieve and exceed goals
  • Problem-solving and analytic skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Ability to work independently

Other essential requirements:

• Meeting healthcare industry representative (HCIR) credentialing requirements to enter facilities and organizations within the assigned territory. These may include background checks, drug screens, and proof of immunization/vaccination for various diseases.
• Willingness to travel 70% of the time
• Proficiency in using the standard MS Office suite (e.g., Word, Excel), electronic document management systems, and document review tools
• Strong computer and database skills
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to effectively multi-task or adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Ability to manage time-sensitive and highly confidential documents
• Ability to prioritize conflicting demands
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding, and collaborative environment