Director, Global Medical Affairs - Rare Metabolic Disorders

Director, Global Medical Affairs – Rare Metabolic Disorders The Director, Global Medical Affairs – Rare Metabolic Disorders will serve as a strategic scientific leader supporting a Phase 3 asset in the genetic metabolic disease space. This individual will play a critical role in shaping and executing global medical strategy in preparation for potential regulatory approval and launch.The Director will act as a subject matter expert in inborn errors of metabolism, leading evidence generation planning, scientific narrative development, and external engagement with professional societies and key stakeholders. This role requires close collaboration with Clinical Development to translate Phase 3 data into a compelling and differentiated scientific story.The individual will work cross-functionally with Clinical Development, Commercial, Market Access, Medical Training, Scientific Communication and Field Medical teams to ensure alignment and readiness for launch, while establishing strong external partnerships that advance disease understanding and patient care.Responsibilities:Scientific Leadership & StrategySupport overall Medical strategy for rare metabolic conditionsTranslate Phase 1/2 and Phase 3 and other data into clear scientific insights and positioningProvide strategic input across initiatives, ensuring scientific rigor and clinical relevanceServe as the internal medical expert in rare metabolic disorders, with a strong foundation in inborn errors of metabolismEvidence Generation & Data StrategyLead integrated evidence generation planning aligned with Phase 3 and pre-launch needsIdentify and prioritize evidence gaps critical for regulatory, payer, and clinical adoptionPartner with Clinical Development to mine, interpret, and communicate Phase 3 dataSupport planning of post-approval studies, registries, and real-world evidence generationExternal Engagement & Scientific PartnershipsDevelop and execute a strategic engagement plan with US professional societies and scientific organizations, and international organizations as neededBuild sustained collaborations beyond congress activities, including research and education initiativesEngage with guideline bodies and scientific committees to align evidence generation with future guideline inclusionRepresent the company at advisory boards, congresses, and scientific forumsMap key external stakeholders and influence networksScientific Communication & MessagingLead development of scientific messaging and communication strategy for the assetEnsure consistency across publications, congress materials, and medical contentSupport publication planning and execution aligned with Phase 3 milestonesCross-functional LeadershipPartner with Commercial and Market Access to ensure medical insights inform launch strategyCollaborate with Clinical Development to align on data generation and interpretationWork with Patient Advocacy and Government Affairs to align external initiativesSupport training for internal teams, including field medical and commercial teamsField Medical SupportProvide strategic and scientific guidance to field medical teamsSupport external engagement strategy execution through field teamsEducation/Experience Requirements:MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent (RD/PhD acceptable with strong clinical expertise). Equitable combination of skills and relevant experience are also consideredMinimum 6 years of relevant clinical or industry experience in Medical Affairs or related rolesDeep expertise in inborn errors of metabolism / genetic metabolic disordersExperience supporting Phase 3 or pre-launch assets preferredProven experience in leading evidence generation and external engagementAdditional Skills/Experience:Strong ability to translate complex clinical data into actionable insightsExperience engaging with professional societies and guideline bodiesDemonstrated strategic thinking and cross-functional leadershipExcellent communication and presentation skillsHigh ethical standards and compliance awarenessUp to 30% travel within and outside US required for congresses, advisory boards, and stakeholder engagementAll positions have an essential job function to perform face-to-face work with colleagues and/or onsite in San Diego. No role is expected to be 100% remoteTarget Base Pay Range:$206,000.00 - $268,000.00Travere Therapeutics, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Veteran/Disability EmployerTotal Rewards Offerings: Travere provides comprehensive total rewards offerings that demonstrate our commitment as a diverse, equitable, people-centric, and pay-for-performance organization.Benefits: Our benefits include premium health, financial, work-life and well-being offerings for eligible employees and dependents, wellness and employee support programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with employer match and generous paid time off.Compensation: Our competitive compensation package includes a combination of both cash compensation (base pay and short-term incentive) and long-term incentive compensation (company stock), designed to recognize, retain, and reward employees.*This information is current as of the date of this posting and may be modified in the future. Actual pay offered to a candidate will depend on a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, education, skills, and location.Travere will accept applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected for the position.Travere Therapeutics, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Veteran/Disability Employer.If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us by sending an email to accommodations@travere.com.