Senior Manager, Medical Affairs Brazil

Be a hero for our rare disease patients

At Ultragenyx, we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. To achieve this goal, our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us, this means going where other biopharma companies won't go – challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.

Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people, so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth – so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives, in and outside of work. Ultimately, we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family, friends and children to work.

If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career, and grow a lot, both professionally and personally, come join our team.

ultra impact – Make a difference for those who need it most

The Senior Manager, Medical Affairs Brazil will manage, design, implement, and evaluate the execution of the relevant medical affairs activities including advisory boards, medical education initiatives and programs to enhance the knowledge, skills and treatment options for healthcare providers in the field of rare diseases. Attend and participate on congresses activities, and administrative office activities related to the role. The Senior Manager, Medical Affairs Brazil will develop and implement strategies to disseminate knowledge on all diseases comprehended by Ultragenyx pipeline. The Senior Manager, Medical Affairs Brazil will support Patient Diagnosis and Support Program to achieve its goals on treatment and new diagnosis. Senior Manager, Medical Affairs Brazil will contribute to the implementation of potential Ultragenyx clinical trials sites in Brazil, giving the support needed to successful enrolment and study conduction.

Flex: This role will typically require onsite work 2-3 days each week, or more depending on business needs. In many locations, the business will set certain days each week that Flex employees are required to be onsite.

• Manage activities of the medical affairs area to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Manage and collaborate with internal team and external experts to develop educational content and materials that are evidence-based and aligned with current clinical practices and compliance with the business.
• Analyze clinical data and patient outcomes to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Use data-driven insights to inform decision-making and strategic planning.
• Maintain high level of scientific and medical expertise on the relevant disease areas and serve as medical expertise across the organization to compliantly assist in the development and execution of field, commercial and medical affairs areas.
• Serve as medical affairs reviewer for promotional materials and non-promotional scientific materials when requested.
• Participate in scientific engagement with external communities (including experts, clinical investigators, societies and other healthcare professionals /stakeholders), KOL's and patient advocacy groups to educate and advance scientific and medical understanding of relevant disease area.
• Align and collaborate with Senior Director, Medical Affairs Brazil on Ultragenyx's strategy and guidelines, providing support for entire Brazilian medical affairs team & different areas. This can include training, as well as interfacing with KOL's for insight gathering ensuring high standards of patient care.
• Partner cross functionally on assigned programs with all key stakeholders e.g., medical affairs teams, field & commercial teams, patient advocacy, commercial, regulatory, access, finance, HR and other related departments.
• Serve as a liaison between the company and external stakeholders to facilitate communication and collaboration.
• Ensure all medical affairs activities are conducted in compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Implement quality assurance measures to maintain the highest level of ethical and professional conduct.

• Advanced degree MD, PhD.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with a focus on medical management or leadership roles working in rare diseases preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Expertise in conducting clinical trials.
• Proven manager experience and able to work both, independently and as a member of an integrated, interdisciplinary team in carrying out assigned responsibilities.
• Advanced presentation skills and professional interaction.
• Must be analytical and articulate in both oral and in writing skills, with a demonstrated ability to communicate well with others at varying professional levels, especially in the medical profession.
• Track record of forming compliant partnerships with commercial colleagues.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the public.
• Ability to think creatively, and efficiently to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Travel will be required (approx. 20-30% time).

• Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company.
• Volunteer days.
• Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings.
• Employee wellbeing benefits.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Tuition sponsoring.
• Professional development plans.
• Benefits vary by region and country.

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