Director, Medical Affairs Strategy & Operations

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About Us</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Kardigan is a heart health company working to make cardiovascular disease preventable, curable and no longer the leading cause of death in the world.<br><br></div> <div>It is Kardigan’s mission to develop multiple targeted treatments in parallel that bring people with cardiovascular diseases to the cures they deserve.</div> <div> </div> <div>Led by Tassos Giannakakos, Jay Edelberg, <span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">M.D., Ph.D.,</span> and Bob McDowell, Ph.D., Kardigan’s co-founders have reunited after leading MyoKardia to discover and develop mavacamten, the first cardiac myosin inhibitor, resulting in an acquisition by Bristol Myers Squibb in 2020.</div> <div> </div> <div>We have a cutting-edge discovery and translational research platform, a pipeline of late-stage candidates, and an industry-leading team that is driven to improve the lives of patients.</div> <div> </div> <div>At Kardigan, we are motivated by our values which guide how we work, interact, and achieve our goals. <strong>Driven by patients and their families</strong>, we are deeply committed to improving the lives of patients and prioritizing their needs above all else. We believe in <strong>being authentic</strong>—leading with truth to bring out the best in others by creating an environment where every person knows they will be fully accepted. With an <strong>eagerness to learn</strong>, we encourage the highest levels of curiosity and are open to changing our minds. We are committed to <strong>winning as a team</strong> with urgency, excellence, and intention, and support each other no matter what role we play or where we sit. Lastly, we strive to <strong>enable the impossible</strong> because patients are counting on us. We are not afraid to take risks to unlock innovation and advance scientific discoveries.</div> <div> </div> <div>These values are the foundation of our work, empowering us to make a real difference, every day.</div> <div> </div> <div> </div></div><p><strong>Position Title: </strong>Director, Medical Affairs Strategy and Operations</p> <p><strong>Department: </strong>Medical Affairs</p> <p><strong>Reports To: </strong>Vice President, Development Launch Leader</p> <p><strong>Location: </strong>Remote, United States</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>About Us</strong></p> <p>Kardigan is a heart health company working to make cardiovascular disease preventable, curable and no longer the leading cause of death in the world.</p> <p>It is Kardigan’s mission to develop multiple targeted treatments in parallel that bring people with cardiovascular diseases to the cures they deserve.</p> <p>Led by Tassos Giannakakos, Jay Edelberg, M.D. and Bob McDowell, Ph.D., Kardigan’s co-founders have reunited after leading MyoKardia to discover and develop mavacamten, the first cardiac myosin inhibitor, resulting in an acquisition by Bristol Myers Squibb in 2020.</p> <p>We have a cutting-edge discovery and translational research platform, a pipeline of late-stage candidates, and an industry-leading team that is driven to improve the lives of patients.</p> <p>At Kardigan, we are motivated by our values which guide how we work, interact, and achieve our goals. <strong>Driven by patients and their families</strong>, we are deeply committed to improving the lives of patients and prioritizing their needs above all else. We believe in being <strong>authentic</strong>—leading with truth to bring out the best in others by creating an environment where every person knows they will be fully accepted. With an <strong>eagerness to learn</strong>, we encourage the highest levels of curiosity and are open to changing our minds. We are committed to <strong>winning as a team </strong>with urgency, excellence, and intention, and support each other no matter what role we play or where we sit. Lastly, we strive to <strong>enable the impossible</strong> because patients are counting on us. We are not afraid to take risks to unlock innovation and advance scientific discoveries.  </p> <p>These values are the foundation of our work, empowering us to make a real difference, every day. </p> <p><strong>Job Overview</strong></p> <p>Kardigan is seeking a dynamic and strategic <strong>Director of Medical Affairs Strategy & Operations</strong> to lead the development, execution, and optimization of global medical affairs processes and strategic initiatives. This role will be pivotal in driving operational excellence, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring the delivery of impactful medical strategies across therapeutic areas.</p> <p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead strategic planning and execution of Medical Affairs initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.</li> <li>Drive operational excellence through process improvement, change management, and performance tracking.</li> <li>Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (Clinical Development, Regulatory, Commercial, Compliance) to ensure seamless integration of medical strategies.</li> <li>Lead the  annual planning process, including budget development, resource allocation, and goal setting</li> <li>Develop and maintain global standards and best practices for Medical Affairs activities including grants, symposia, advisory boards, and scientific exchange in collaboration with key cross-functional partners.</li> <li>Provide leadership and mentorship to Medical Affairs team members</li> <li>Enhance and oversee metrics and KPIs to track performance fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.</li> <li>Monitor industry trends and regulatory guidance to inform strategic decisions and maintain compliance.</li> <li>Represent Kardigan at external forums and contribute to shaping industry standards by leading and participating in advisory boards, symposia, and scientific conferences to gather insights and disseminate clinical data.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications and Preferred Skills</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field. Masters of Science or MBA preferred. PMP certification preferred.</li> <li>10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, with significant exposure to Medical Affairs. Additional experience in Clinical Operations preferred.</li> <li>Proven track record in strategic planning, operational leadership, and cross-functional collaboration.</li> <li>Experience with process excellence methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) is highly desirable.</li> <li>Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and global medical affairs operations.</li> <li>Exceptional communication, leadership, and analytical skills.</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>Exact Compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.</p></div><div class="title">Pay range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$208,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$271,000 USD</span></div></div></div>