Medical Affairs Strategy & Leadership Careers

What is Medical Affairs?

Medical Affairs is a strategic function within pharmaceutical and biotech companies that serves as the bridge between the company and the medical community. It's distinct from commercial and clinical development functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop medical strategy for products
• Lead evidence generation and publication planning
• Manage medical information and scientific communications
• Build relationships with key opinion leaders
• Support clinical development with medical expertise
• Provide cross-functional medical leadership

Common Job Titles

• Medical Director, Medical Affairs
• VP Medical Affairs
• Head of Medical Affairs
• Therapeutic Area Head
• Global Medical Lead

Career Path

Typical progression:
1. MSL or Clinical Development role
2. Associate Medical Director
3. Medical Director
4. Senior Medical Director
5. VP Medical Affairs
6. Chief Medical Officer

Compensation Range

• Associate Director: $230,000 - $320,000
• Director: $280,000 - $400,000
• Senior Director: $320,000 - $450,000
• VP: $400,000 - $600,000+