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Sr. Director, Global Medical Affairs, Obesity

Lilly
Lilly
0-2 years
$219,000 – $321,200
10 Jan. 8, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Senior Director – Global Medical Affairs, Obesity
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Category: Medical Affairs / Clinical Research
Job Type: Full-Time, Regular
Job ID: R-96649

Company Overview:
Lilly is a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, dedicated to improving lives through innovative medicines and patient-centered care. Our teams worldwide advance scientific discovery, support healthcare communities, and deliver life-changing treatments. The Cardiometabolic Health Business Unit focuses on medical and scientific expertise to drive product launch, commercialization, and the patient journey globally.

Role Overview:
The Senior Director – Global Medical Affairs, Obesity will provide strategic leadership for medical and scientific initiatives across the obesity therapeutic area. This role is responsible for developing and implementing global medical plans, overseeing clinical trial support, and ensuring regulatory compliance while providing scientific guidance for pricing, reimbursement, and access strategies. The Senior Director will engage with internal teams and external experts to optimize patient outcomes and support Lilly’s mission of advancing healthcare globally.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Business & Customer Support (Pre- and Post-Launch):

  • Plan and execute symposia, advisory boards, and other HCP engagements.

  • Support medical information associates in preparing and reviewing medical letters and materials.

  • Train and mentor medical personnel, including liaisons and health outcomes staff.

  • Develop and review scientific content for HCPs, patients, and media requests.

  • Support data analysis, slide sets, abstracts, posters, manuscripts, and publications.

  • Maintain collaborations with external experts, thought leaders, and professional societies.

  • Provide congress support including presentations, exhibits, and advisory boards.

2. Clinical Planning:

  • Collaborate with clinical scientists, physicians, statisticians, and investigators on study design and protocol development.

  • Support investigator identification, site selection, and training.

  • Ensure ethical approvals, informed consent, and regulatory compliance consistent with GCP and local laws.

  • Review Investigator-Initiated Trial (IIT) proposals and related publications.

  • Align Phase 3b/4 and other clinical studies globally.

  • Monitor patient safety and adverse events in accordance with corporate policy.

3. Regulatory & Scientific Support:

  • Track trends in clinical practice, access, and market dynamics over 1–5 year horizons.

  • Evaluate medical literature, competitor data, and scientific developments.

  • Act as a protocol expert and scientific consultant for study teams.

  • Attend and contribute to medical congresses and symposia.

4. General Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a patient advocate and ambassador for Lilly and its products.

  • Provide leadership in scientific communication and data dissemination strategies.

Qualifications & Experience Required:

  • Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), board-eligible or board-certified in an appropriate specialty/subspecialty.

  • Clinical and research experience in obesity preferred.

  • Board certification/licensure in Endocrinology and Metabolism is highly desirable.

  • Prior experience in pharmaceutical medical affairs or clinical development.

  • In-depth knowledge of drug development processes.

  • Strong leadership, communication, organizational, negotiation, and teamwork skills.

  • Ability to influence cross-functionally and create a positive working environment.

  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

  • Fluent in English, both verbal and written.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Annual base salary range: $219,000 – $321,200, depending on education, experience, and location.

  • Eligibility for company bonus based on individual and company performance.

  • Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) participation, pension, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid vacation, leave programs, wellness programs, and employee clubs.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion:
Lilly is proud to be an EEO employer. We do not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Application Notes:
Candidates requiring accommodation during the application process may submit a request here.