Position Summary The Medical Director, Germany will lead the creation and execution, together with the field Medical Science Liaisons (MSL) and in line with the Regional Medical Affairs strategy, of the Medical Affairs strategy for RETT syndrome as well as the (pre)launch plans, including local support of Managed Access activities. Responsibilities will include building and maintaining external stakeholder relationships and collaborations, as well as continuing to position Acadia as a thought leader and valued partner with patient advocacy and medical RETT communities in Germany. This individual will be accountable for the effectiveness and compliance of scientific exchange conducted to meet the needs of clinicians, patient advocates, and other key external and internal stakeholders. Primary Responsibilities Primary geographical responsibility is Germany, and additional markets may come under the accountability of the role, depending on experience, workload and organizational need as we expand the business footprint across the European continent. Provide scientific and medical leadership, including development of strategic country medical affairs (pre)launch plans, identifying specific unmet medical needs, and data gaps. Establish appropriate strategic partnerships with Centers of Excellence, KOLs, and PAGs, in areas of scientific interest. Ensure cross-functional collaboration and input from key stakeholders to optimally manage relationships and ensure alignment and effective execution of the German medical strategy. Coordinate and ensure operational medical excellence, in collaboration with EU field medical teams, to capture and track key medical tactics and prelaunch activities in Germany. Provide medical expertise and editorial support in the data dissemination at conferences and in medical journals. Involvement with key HCPs in the exchange of scientific and medical information including Advisory Boards and presentations at national meetings and conferences. Develops and maintains, together with MSLs, close professional relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and emerging scientific leaders in the community. Oversee and communicate to cross-functional stakeholders the insights the MSL team gains about competitive landscape, unmet needs of physicians and advocacy groups. Develops potential actionable plans to address these local insights. Assists in publication activities, including review and approval of abstracts and manuscripts, local publication strategy development and collaboration with authors as needed. Oversee gathering and reporting field medical insights through existing iArt CRM system and in line with company rules and requirements. Accountable to understand HCP needs across Germany and support a strategic and tactical medical affairs plan designed to improve patient care and generate evidence of relevance for RETT syndrome in Germany. Support Clinical Trials (CT) enrolment for Prader-Willy syndrome phase 3 trial. CT enrolment support as needed Other duties as assigned. Education/Experience/Skills Requires MD, PhD, PharmD or equivalent. Targeting 10 years’ Medical Affairs experience within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry in Germany (or DACH region), regional experience is a plus. Must have solid rare (neurological) disease experience in Germany and extensive of the German national healthcare system as well as country rules and regulations, including pre-approval activities. Vast experience in HCP engagement, and prior experience in Patient Advocacy Group interactions, including integrated communication strategies to support disease awareness. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered. Key Skills: Extensive knowledge to critically appraise studies and clinical evidence to allow engagement on higher scientific level with HCPs. In depth understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, R&D and Commercial activities in Germany. Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills, and experience in the delivery of scientific presentations. Agile, independent and proactive working style. Able to build strong working cross-functional and cross-company relationships. Ability to collaborate and share information to contribute to the planning process and execute the agreed local Medical (pre)launch plan, together with MSL team, and in line with Regional Medical Affairs strategy. Must speak German fluently (mother tongue level) and must be fluent in English. English communication should be very good with the ability to articulate details clearly. Ability to travel both locally and internationally is required. LI-HYBRID