Overview

Global Medical Director, Neisseria – GSK

Posted Date: Sep 19 2025

Site Name: UK – London; New Oxford Street, 200 CambridgePark Drive; Belgium – Wavre; USA – Pennsylvania – Upper Providence

The Global Medical Director role is designed for an experienced, innovative, and proactive medical professional who is passionate about advancing the understanding of the value of our medicines and vaccines. You will develop and implement global medical scientific strategies to generate insights, shape optimal care through scientific dialogue and education, and deliver impactful solutions that address gaps in medical care. You will generate and communicate evidence, develop practice-changing plans, and drive the understanding of the science and public health impact of our products. This role supports GSK’s goal of getting Ahead of Disease Together and aims to positively influence patient and population health outcomes globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Global Medical Strategy and Execution: Support the Global Medical Portfolio and Asset Strategy Leads in the development and timely execution of Global Medical Affairs Plans (MAP) and Integrated Evidence Plans (IEP) in partnership with the Global Medical Affairs Team (GMAT) and Integrated Evidence Team (IET).
• Partner with Local Operating Company (LOC) teams to understand landscape needs, market value drivers, unmet medical needs, and timelines for deliverables that drive success.
• Collaborate across internal and external partners to deliver Medical Plans prioritizing external impact, timelines, and budget optimization.
• Input into design of clinical trials and development plans to optimize patient outcomes using insights and learnings.

• Scientific Engagement and Communication: Build a network of global external experts (HCPs, patients, payors, regulators) to advance clinical care and patient outcomes, in partnership with LOC Medical teams.
• LeadIntegrated external medical communications plan across channels (publications, congresses) aligned with market needs.
• Develop and communicate strategic publication plans with Publications Lead and stakeholders.

• Evidence Generation: Engage with R&D, Evidence Generation, Global Product Strategy, and country teams to identify and prioritize evidence needs to close gaps and support clinical care optimization aligned to the IEP.
• Review GSK-sponsored and investigator-sponsored study proposals for strategic alignment and scientific merit with relevant partners.

• Medical Expertise and Governance: Develop deep subject matter expertise on the product and therapy area; support creation and delivery of high-quality scientific materials for internal and external use.
• Advise on core claims, material review, and regulatory documentation in partnership with Global Product Strategy, Market Access, and country teams.
• Oversee medical governance by managing product-related safety issues and developing risk assessment and mitigation plans.

• Leadership and Innovation: Foster a culture of innovation, deliver faster and more targeted patient solutions, and lead multiple priorities in a matrix environment.

Qualifications

• Essential:
  • MD/MBBS/PharmD or PhD.
  • Experience in Medical Affairs, including LOC or Global teams.
  • Experience in pre/peri-launch and lifecycle management of assets.
  • Experience in Scientific Communication and Evidence Generation.
  • Experience presenting at conferences and congresses.
  • Experience managing multiple projects, budgets, and stakeholder interactions.
  • Experience working within a matrix environment.
  • Experience managing internal and external stakeholders.

• Preferred:
  • Clinical or scientific experience in vaccines.
  • Understanding of internal and external codes of practice and regulations.
  • Demonstrated matrix leadership; ability to build networks and manage complexity.
  • Experience detailing medical support for regulatory interactions and payor dossiers.
  • General understanding of statistics, safety, and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience developing global/local medical strategies and asset launches in priority markets.
  • Ability to balance scientific data with healthcare delivery needs across health systems.
  • Alignment with GSK Values.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to positively impact health by advancing medicines and vaccines across key therapeutic areas. We value ambition for patients, accountability for impact, and doing the right thing. GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports flexible working where possible.

Important notices

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