Senior Manager Medical Information & Review
$132k - $166k USD
About Acadia Pharmaceuticals
Acadia is committed to turning scientific promise into meaningful innovation that makes the difference for underserved neurological and rare disease communities around the world. Our commercial portfolio includes the first and only FDA-approved treatments for Parkinson’s disease psychosis and Rett syndrome. We are developing the next wave of therapeutic advancements with a robust and diverse pipeline that includes mid- to late-stage programs in Alzheimer’s disease psychosis and Lewy body dementia psychosis, along with earlier-stage programs that address other underserved patient needs. At Acadia, we’re here to be their difference.
Please note that this position can be based in San Diego, CA or Princeton, NJ. Acadia's hybrid model requires this role to work in our office three days per week on average.
Position Summary
This position will serve as an integral member of Medical information (MI) and Medical Review (MLR/MRC) teams responsible for medical accuracy review as part of the Promotional Review Committee and Medical Review Committee, the support of the Medical Information Call Center (MICC), including the development and maintenance of MI content, as well as operational and scientific support for key strategic Medical Affairs initiatives. Additionally, a portion of the time will be spent on managing the various databases/systems the Scientific Communication (SciCom) team is using; implement best practices and improve efficiency.
Primary Responsibilities
- Participate in the review of promotional and medical materials to ensure medical accuracy.
- Maintains understanding of product knowledge and labeling, associated disease states, relevant literature, treatment guidelines, competitor information, and marketing strategies and tactics for assigned therapeutic area(s).
- Critically evaluates literature, interprets complex data, writes effectively, and communicates recommendations to counterparts from cross-divisional functional areas.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders including MSL field directors, training, medical information, publications, HEOR, clinical development and pharmacovigilance to identify, develop, and review scientific content for external use by Medical Affairs.
- Manages the various databases/systems used by SciCom team; adapts best practices & efficiency.
- Develops and maintains a Medical Reference Library as well as maintains Medical digital asset management system to ensure references are up-to-date and linked to materials as appropriate.
- Develops MI content, including verbal responses (FAQs) and standard response letters (SRLs) to be used by the Medical Information Call Center and Medical Information.
- Leads the development of custom responses for specific requests that require escalation.
- Ensure the responses to inquiries are provided in an accurate and timely manner.
- Develops Medical Information reports to assist with the identification of data gaps and the communication of key performance indicators.
- Monitors the Medical Information and Medical Affairs inbox for inquiries.
- Provides support for compendia updates.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience/Skills
PharmD or advanced degree in a scientific discipline or a related field. Targeting 4 years of progressively responsible experience in medical affairs, medical communications, medical information, scientific affairs or similar areas preferably in a pharmaceutical or biotech environment, or completion of a pharmaceutical industry fellowship. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
Key Skills:
- Understanding of the US healthcare environment, FDA and other federal regulations, and ethical guidelines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage information flow among a variety of stakeholders.
- Experience with SciCom systems and databases (such as Veeva MedCom)
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
- Ability to promote team cooperation and a commitment to team success.
- Self-directed with sense of urgency with commitment to tasks at hand.
- Ability to build and sustain trusted relationships both internally and externally.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be willing and able to travel both domestically and internationally.
Physical Requirements
This role involves regular standing, walking, sitting, and the use of hands for handling or operating equipment. The employee may also need to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and maintain visual, verbal, and auditory communication in a standard office environment and while working independently from remote locations. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to travel independently overnight and/or work after hours as required by travel schedules or business needs.
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In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for discretionary bonus and equity awards based on factors such as individual and organizational performance. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance, and location.
Salary Range
$132,400—$165,500 USD
What we offer US-based Employees:
- Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage
- 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
- 15+ vacation days
- 13 -15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
- 10 days of paid sick time
- Paid parental leave benefit
- Tuition assistance
EEO Statement (US-based Employees): Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in the exact way they are described in job postings. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company, and we are looking for the BEST candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in a different way. We strongly encourage you to apply, especially if the reason you are the best candidate isn’t exactly what we describe here.
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