Backed by NEA and Norwest.
About the role
MBX Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel precision peptide therapies based on its proprietary PEP™ platform, for the treatment of endocrine and metabolic disorders. The Company is advancing a pipeline of novel candidates for endocrine and metabolic disorders with clinically validated targets, established endpoints for regulatory approval, significant unmet medical needs and large potential market opportunities.
What they're looking for
- Lead the development and execution of the overall Medical Affairs strategy and integrated plans across the portfolio, with primary focus on canvuparatide during the peri launch and launch periods
- Develop and maintain the Scientific Communication Platform (SCP) to ensure consistent, evidence-based, and compliant scientific messaging across all Medical Affairs activities
- Own the forward looking publication and congress strategy, aligning data dissemination with clinical milestones, scientific priorities, and business objectives
- Design and implement an integrated evidence generation strategy, including support of lifecycle management (LCM) planning in close collaboration with Clinical Development and Commercial
- Build, manage, and sustain a strategic KOL engagement plan, including comprehensive KOL mapping and segmentation
- Plan, lead, and execute scientific advisory boards to gather high-quality external insights that inform development, evidence generation, and strategy
More about this role
Position Summary
The Senior Director, Medical Affairs (Strategy) will be a key leader responsible for developing and executing the Medical Affairs strategy across the portfolio, with an initial focus on canvuparatide as the organization advances toward commercialization. This role will provide strategic and operational leadership across scientific communications, evidence generation, publication planning, medical education, and key opinion leader (KOL) engagement, ensuring medical excellence throughout launch preparation and beyond.
Partnering closely with Clinical Development, Commercial, Regulatory, and other cross-functional teams, the Senior Director will help shape the medical voice of the organization and translate scientific insights into actionable strategies. For earlier-stage programs, the role will provide targeted Medical Affairs support, including publication strategy, select KOL engagement, and advisory board activities aligned with program stage and business priorities. This position requires strong scientific credibility, strategic leadership, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and...
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