Medical Director, Medical Affairs

At Regeneron, we are dedicated to addressing unmet medical needs through groundbreaking therapies. We are seeking a strategic and accomplished Medical Director, Medical Affairs to join our team in Tokyo, Japan.

This role is pivotal in shaping medical strategies and activities for our genetic medicine and rare disease portfolio, with a focus on gene therapy and auditory neuropathy. You will work at the intersection of science, medicine, and innovation, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure scientific excellence and patient-centered outcomes.

This is a unique opportunity to lead in a cutting-edge field and contribute to therapies that transform lives.

A Typical Day:

As the Medical Director, Medical Affairs, you will:

• Develop and implement medical strategies, including scientific communications, publications, and annual planning.
• Build and maintain partnerships with healthcare professionals, researchers, and advocacy groups to enhance patient care and outcomes.
• Provide medical and scientific leadership to cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with global and regional strategies.
• Support clinical study sites and regulatory activities, including J-NDA filings and post-approval processes.
• Oversee the generation and dissemination of clinical and non-clinical data to support medical objectives and high-quality publications.
• Organize advisory board meetings to gather insights and inform strategic decisions.
• Ensure scientific accuracy and compliance in medical materials and communications.
• Represent Regeneron Japan in global medical impact teams and external collaborations.
• Attend surgeries or medical procedures to offer technical and scientific guidance when required.

This Role May Be For You If:

• You excel in building relationships with diverse stakeholders, including healthcare providers and researchers.
• You thrive in collaborative environments and can align cross-functional teams toward shared goals.
• You possess expertise in translating complex scientific concepts into actionable strategies.
• You are detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high standards of compliance and ethics.
• You have experience in gene therapy and rare diseases, particularly auditory neuropathy.
• You can provide technical and scientific guidance during surgical interventions when required.

To Be Considered:

Candidates must hold an MD or equivalent, with at least 5 years of related industry experience. A strong background in drug development, regenerative medicine, and rare diseases is essential. Fluency in Japanese and English is required, along with the ability to lead technical and business discussions with internal and external stakeholders. Preferred candidates will have experience in gene therapy and auditory disease, as well as a proven track record of medical affairs leadership.

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location.  In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/.  For other countries’ specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter.Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together.  For that reason, many of Regeneron’s roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron’s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location.  

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.

For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions.  For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.

Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process.  Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.