Executive Director, U.S. Medical Affairs - Prescription Dermatology

Job description

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story. We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee. At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact. The Executive Director, U.S. Medical Affairs, Prescription Dermatology, is the senior U.S. medical leader accountable for setting the strategic direction and ensuring excellence in execution for the Prescription Dermatology Medical Affairs franchise. This role leads the U.S. medical strategy across the product lifecycle, integrating scientific, clinical, patient, and market insights to support appropriate use and high-quality evidence generation. As a member of the U.S. Medical Affairs leadership team, the Executive Director provides enterprise-level leadership across cross-functional partners, represents Medical Affairs in senior internal and external forums, and ensures that all activities are scientifically rigorous, patient-focused, and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, approved labeling, and Galderma policies. The role has significant people, budget, vendor, and operational accountability. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Establish and lead the integrated U.S. Medical Affairs strategy and annual operating plan for Prescription Dermatology, aligned with global strategy, U.S. business priorities, patient needs, and the product lifecycle. Serve as the senior medical strategic partner to U.S. Commercial, Regulatory, Market Access, R&D, Pharmacovigilance, and other cross-functional leaders. Shape medical strategy through a deep understanding of the therapeutic landscape, disease state, evolving clinical practice, patient journey, evidence gaps, and stakeholder needs. Translate scientific and medical insights into actionable strategic recommendations for launch readiness, lifecycle management, evidence generation, and scientific communications. Represent U.S. Medical Affairs in senior leadership discussions, governance forums, external engagements, and key cross-functional decision-making bodies. Medical Affairs Excellence and Evidence Generation Provide oversight for all U.S. Prescription Dermatology Medical Affairs functions, including medical strategy, field medical, medical information and communications, patient relations and engagement, and training and capabilities. Lead development and execution of the U.S. evidence-generation plan, including clinical research, real-world evidence, investigator-sponsored research, publications, and other scientifically appropriate activities. Ensure medical plans and evidence-generation activities address meaningful unmet needs and are aligned with the approved product profile, scientific standards, and compliance requirements. Oversee scientific exchange, medical education, medical information, publication planning, and external scientific engagement activities. Guide development and review of scientifically accurate, balanced, substantiated, and compliant medical and promotional materials in partnership with Legal, Regulatory, and Commercial stakeholders. Scientific, Safety, and Regulatory Leadership Ensure appropriate processes for scientific information distribution, documentation, labeling support, and promotional review. Provide senior medical leadership for safety surveillance, adverse-event reporting, and product complaint escalation in close collaboration with Pharmacovigilance and relevant internal partners. Support the appropriate collection and communication of scientific insights from healthcare professionals, investigators, patient communities, and other stakeholders. Ensure all U.S. medical activities are conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, Galderma policies, and relevant industry codes. People, Financial, and Operational Leadership Build, lead, develop, and retain a high-performing U.S. Prescription Dermatology Medical Affairs organization, including leaders, managers, and senior medical professionals. Establish clear goals, accountability, succession planning, and talent-development plans across the team. Own the U.S. Prescription Dermatology Medical Affairs budget and resource plan, ensuring disciplined prioritization, appropriate controls, and delivery against strategic objectives. Oversee external agencies, vendors, research partners, and other collaborators, including selection, governance, performance management, and contract-related input. Drive operational excellence through effective planning, metrics, governance, and continuous improvement. External Engagement and Influence Serve as a credible senior scientific representative for Galderma with external experts, professional societies, investigators, advocacy organizations, and other relevant stakeholders. Ensure external engagements support legitimate scientific, educational, or business objectives and preserve the independent medical judgment of healthcare professionals. Strengthen Galderma’s scientific leadership and reputation in relevant therapeutic areas through compliant, evidence-based engagement. Preferred Skills and Qualifications 15+ years of progressive experience in Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Medical Strategy, or related pharmaceutical or biotechnology functions. Advanced scientific or clinical degree required, preferably MD, PhD, or PharmD. Demonstrated senior-level leadership of U.S. Medical Affairs strategy, preferably including product launch and lifecycle management experience. Significant experience leading multifunctional medical organizations, including people leaders and senior professionals. Deep expertise in dermatology, immunology, inflammation, or a closely related therapeutic area strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of U.S. regulatory requirements, clinical research, pharmacovigilance, evidence dissemination, and compliant scientific exchange. Proven ability to influence senior internal and external stakeholders and lead complex cross-functional decisions. Demonstrated accountability for strategic planning, budget management, vendor governance, and operational execution. Exceptional communication, executive presence, strategic judgment, and ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Physical Requirements and Work Environment This role requires the ability to perform standard office activities, including extended periods of computer use, participation in virtual and in-person meetings, and collaboration across teams. Depending on business needs, occasional travel may be required. Work environments and physical requirements may vary based on the requirements of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable in