Ardelyx, Inc.
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Senior Medical Director
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Ardelyx, Inc.
Overview Ardelyx is a publicly traded commercial biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative first‑in‑class medicines that address significant unmet medical needs. The company currently has two U.S. approved products, IBSRELA® (tenapanor) and XPHOZAH® (tenapanor). Ardelyx has agreements for the development and commercialization of tenapanor outside of the U.S. and collaborates with international partners on additional indications.
Position Summary Responsible for leading the strategic development and overall tactical execution of dedicated late stage pipeline launch and current on‑market indications with a focus on Gastroenterology. This highly visible, collaborative, and influential role serves as the integrated medical affairs representative for cross‑functional senior leadership teams including Commercial Brand, Clinical Development, Government Affairs, and Marketing. The role reports to the head of Medical Affairs.
Responsibilities
Develop, prioritize, and execute the overall U.S. medical therapeutic area strategy, including annual monitoring and adaptations from integrated learnings across medical and brand teams.
Execute the strategic direction within Medical Affairs, including publication evolution, evidence generation priorities, medical education assessment, field message evolution, and advancing the scientific narrative in close collaboration with internal functions.
Maintain awareness of clinical landscape, guidelines, scientific literature, and competitive threats.
Build and advance priority external relationships with senior KOLs and physicians to form a relevant and sustainable strategy reflective of patient, payor, and U.S. customer needs.
Present disease state and clinical data to internal and external audiences (government, policy, payors, etc.).
Oversee and manage execution of scientific Review and input for relevant medical review committees.
Oversee and manage execution of scientific review and input for relevant promotional review committees.
Work with Medical Information to triage escalated Medical Information Requests, providing research and language for SRL development.
Provide input and support for field medical initiatives and execution as required from MSL lead.
Consolidate and share integrated insights with other functions within R&D (e.g., clinical development, regulatory).
Primary partner to Commercial team for education and training of speakers on disease state and clinical data promotional presentations.
Ensure continuous development and training of the medical affairs and MSL team with regard to disease area expertise.
Qualifications
Advanced scientific degree (M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.S.) with 10‑12 years of progressive medical or scientific affairs experience in pharma or biotech.
Superior experience within Medical Affairs, including complex matrix management.
In‑depth knowledge of study methodology, data analysis techniques, and critical review of publications.
Strategic mindset with a focus on collaboration and excellence.
Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and prioritization.
Excellent critical thinking, communication, and writing skills.
Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
Willingness to travel approximately 20‑30% of the time.
Compensation & Benefits The anticipated annualized base pay range for this full‑time position is $273,000‑$336,000. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus target and equity awards, subject to eligibility and other requirements. Ardelyx offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan with generous employer match, paid parental leave, living organ and bone marrow leave, health plans (medical, prescription, dental, vision), life insurance, disability, flexible time off, and paid holidays.
Ardelyx is an equal opportunity employer.
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Senior Medical Director
role at
Ardelyx, Inc.
Overview Ardelyx is a publicly traded commercial biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative first‑in‑class medicines that address significant unmet medical needs. The company currently has two U.S. approved products, IBSRELA® (tenapanor) and XPHOZAH® (tenapanor). Ardelyx has agreements for the development and commercialization of tenapanor outside of the U.S. and collaborates with international partners on additional indications.
Position Summary Responsible for leading the strategic development and overall tactical execution of dedicated late stage pipeline launch and current on‑market indications with a focus on Gastroenterology. This highly visible, collaborative, and influential role serves as the integrated medical affairs representative for cross‑functional senior leadership teams including Commercial Brand, Clinical Development, Government Affairs, and Marketing. The role reports to the head of Medical Affairs.
Responsibilities
Develop, prioritize, and execute the overall U.S. medical therapeutic area strategy, including annual monitoring and adaptations from integrated learnings across medical and brand teams.
Execute the strategic direction within Medical Affairs, including publication evolution, evidence generation priorities, medical education assessment, field message evolution, and advancing the scientific narrative in close collaboration with internal functions.
Maintain awareness of clinical landscape, guidelines, scientific literature, and competitive threats.
Build and advance priority external relationships with senior KOLs and physicians to form a relevant and sustainable strategy reflective of patient, payor, and U.S. customer needs.
Present disease state and clinical data to internal and external audiences (government, policy, payors, etc.).
Oversee and manage execution of scientific Review and input for relevant medical review committees.
Oversee and manage execution of scientific review and input for relevant promotional review committees.
Work with Medical Information to triage escalated Medical Information Requests, providing research and language for SRL development.
Provide input and support for field medical initiatives and execution as required from MSL lead.
Consolidate and share integrated insights with other functions within R&D (e.g., clinical development, regulatory).
Primary partner to Commercial team for education and training of speakers on disease state and clinical data promotional presentations.
Ensure continuous development and training of the medical affairs and MSL team with regard to disease area expertise.
Qualifications
Advanced scientific degree (M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.S.) with 10‑12 years of progressive medical or scientific affairs experience in pharma or biotech.
Superior experience within Medical Affairs, including complex matrix management.
In‑depth knowledge of study methodology, data analysis techniques, and critical review of publications.
Strategic mindset with a focus on collaboration and excellence.
Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and prioritization.
Excellent critical thinking, communication, and writing skills.
Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
Willingness to travel approximately 20‑30% of the time.
Compensation & Benefits The anticipated annualized base pay range for this full‑time position is $273,000‑$336,000. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus target and equity awards, subject to eligibility and other requirements. Ardelyx offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan with generous employer match, paid parental leave, living organ and bone marrow leave, health plans (medical, prescription, dental, vision), life insurance, disability, flexible time off, and paid holidays.
Ardelyx is an equal opportunity employer.
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