Medical Lead - Prostate

We are seeking a   Medical Lead, Prostate Cancer   to join   US Medical Affairs   in   Gaithersburg, Maryland . This is a high-impact leadership role for a medical affairs professional with deep   oncology expertise , strong   headquarters experience , and a proven ability to shape and execute strategy in a fast-paced environment. The Medical Lead will serve as the   medical leader for a prostate cancer brand and/or indication , with accountability for   medical strategy, integrated planning, execution, cross-functional leadership, and budget oversight . This individual will lead the   Core Medical Team (CMT) , partner closely with   Global Medical Affairs , and help ensure that US medical activities are aligned to scientific priorities, evidence needs, and business objectives. This role is ideal for someone who combines   strategic thinking   with   execution excellence , and who can influence across a complex matrix while maintaining a strong focus on   patients, science, and compliant collaboration . Key Responsibilities Lead US Medical Affairs activities   for a prostate cancer product or indication, providing medical leadership across strategy and execution. Develop and lead integrated medical plans   that support key strategic priorities, launch readiness, evidence generation, and scientific engagement. Chair and lead the Core Medical Team (CMT) , aligning cross-functional stakeholders on strategy, tactics, milestones, and resource needs. Drive execution of the medical plan , ensuring activities are timely, compliant, and aligned with medical and business objectives. Manage and oversee the medical budget   associated with the brand or indication. Partner with Global Medical Affairs   to align US execution with global strategy, data generation plans, and scientific priorities. Collaborate with commercial and cross-functional teams   to ensure medically appropriate brand planning and execution. Provide medical review and input   to ensure scientific accuracy, balance, and integrity of medical and promotional materials, consistent with applicable standards. Build and maintain relationships with external experts , academic institutions, professional societies, advocacy organizations, payer and provider stakeholders, and other strategic partners. Support medical education and scientific exchange , including advisory boards, speaker training, and other external engagement activities. Collaborate on evidence generation plans , including investigator-sponsored research, HEOR initiatives, outcomes studies, and other medical affairs research activities. Work closely with field medical teams and key account stakeholders   to support a coordinated medical strategy for key external accounts. Contribute medical insight into product safety discussions   in partnership with Patient Safety colleagues. Essential Qualifications MD, DO, PhD, or PharmD   with relevant medical, scientific, or pharmaceutical industry experience. 5+ years of relevant experience   in the pharmaceutical industry, clinical practice, and/or research, preferably in   oncology   or another closely related therapeutic area. Significant oncology experience , including a strong understanding of disease area strategy and scientific engagement. Headquarters-based medical affairs experience , with demonstrated involvement in strategic planning and cross-functional execution. Experience supporting a   brand, disease area, or indication strategy   in a   US, regional, or global   organization. Strong ability to work effectively across   cross-functional teams   and influence stakeholders without direct authority. Excellent   written, verbal, interpersonal, and organizational   skills. Strong   business acumen , including awareness of the evolving   US payer and provider landscape . Ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to approximately   30% . Preferred Qualifications Experience in   oncology product launches   or pre-launch planning. Experience leading   integrated medical planning   and coordinating execution across multiple stakeholder groups. Familiarity with   prostate cancer   and/or other complex oncology disease areas. Experience working with   medical evidence generation ,   HEOR ,   external sponsored research , or scientific publication planning. Knowledge of relevant   professional societies ,   scientific experts , and the broader oncology external landscape. What You Bring A strong commitment to   patient outcomes   and scientific excellence. Strategic agility , including the ability to anticipate, shape, and respond to market and scientific trends. Strong   leadership presence   and the ability to guide teams through complexity. Proven ability to   engage and influence senior stakeholders   across medical, commercial, and global teams. Strong   collaboration, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills . Sound judgment, analytical capability, and a track record of delivering impact. The ability to coach, mentor, and elevate those around you. Why Join This Team This is an opportunity to play a central leadership role in a   priority area within US Oncology Medical Affairs . You will help shape medical strategy for an evolving prostate cancer portfolio, work at the intersection of   science, evidence, launch planning, and cross-functional leadership , and contribute to meaningful outcomes for patients. The annual base pay for this position ranges from $193,821 - $289,922. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and comm