Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

As Intercept continues to build its position as the leader in rare and serious liver disease, we are seeking an experienced, collaborative, and mission-driven Senior Medical Director to join our Medical Affairs team, supporting the strategic direction and execution for Ocaliva, a key product in our liver disease portfolio. This individual will report directly to the Executive Medical Director and play a critical leadership role in advancing medical strategy, data generation, and scientific engagement across the lifecycle of the product.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic medical affairs leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about improving patient outcomes, advancing scientific understanding, and building trusted partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Medical Affairs Strategy & Execution : Develop and implement the medical affairs strategy for Ocaliva ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals and the evolving scientific and clinical landscape

• Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a recognized expert in the company’s therapeutic area, providing scientific leadership internally and externally

o Stay current on scientific and clinical developments in the therapeutic area, including key publications, emerging data, and competitor activity, and provide strategic insights to inform ongoing planning

• Lead strategic engagement with external stakeholders, including key opinion leaders (KOLs), medical influencers, and advocacy partners, to foster scientific exchange and advance disease awareness and education

• Oversee the execution of the scientific communication plan, including congress planning, medical education, and development of scientific materials that support accurate, balanced, and timely dissemination of data

• Contribute to the publication strategy and planning, in partnership with the medical writing and publications team, to ensure timely and impactful publication of data in peer-reviewed journals and scientific forums

• Medical & Scientific Training : Oversee and conduct medical and scientific training for internal stakeholders, including Medical, Commercial, and Market Access teams

• Collaborate with the Field Medical team (MSLs) to ensure strategic alignment, high-quality insight generation, and effective scientific engagement in the field

• Drive data generation initiatives, including real-world evidence, investigator-initiated studies, and collaborative research projects, addressing critical evidence gaps and informing medical and access strategies

• Partner closely with cross-functional teams, including clinical development, commercial, regulatory, and patient advocacy, to ensure cohesive execution of the medical plan

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced medical sciences degree (MD, DO, PharmD, PhD) required with a minimum of 7 years of progressive industry experience in Medical Affairs, including roles with strategic accountability

o MD or DO degree preferred

o MPH degree in chronic disease epidemiology/biostatistics in addition to any of the above degrees will be a strong plus

• Prior experience in hepatology, gastroenterology, immunology highly preferred

• Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional teams and engaging with external experts, advocacy organizations, and cross-functional internal teams

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Must be able to work onsite in the Morristown, NJ office on a hybrid basis

• Ability to travel up to 35% required, which may include overnight and/or weekend travel

• A strong understanding of late-stage drug development and post-marketing strategy

• Proven ability to translate complex scientific data into actionable insights and communicate effectively across audiences

• Strong business acumen and understanding of the regulatory, access, and commercial environments

• Experience in data generation and publication strategy is highly desirable

• Passion for patient-centered innovation and improving healthcare outcomes

• Proven ability to translate complex scientific data into actionable business insights

• Must possess a thorough understanding of the FDA, OIG, HIPAA and other ethical guidelines relevant to the pharmaceutical industry

• Must maintain comprehensive proficiencies with Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and associated applications

• Strong verbal and written communications skills

• Learning agility and ‘scalability’ to take on increasing responsibility as Intercept grows

• Consistent demonstration and embodiment of our Corporate Beliefs: Passion for Innovation; Think Big, Act Small; Learn to Dare; and Teams Build the Future

• Ability to have fun and thrive in a growing, diverse, and inclusive work environment

Benefits

ABOUT INTERCEPT:

Intercept is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel therapeutics to treat rare and serious liver diseases, including primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) and severe alcohol-associated hepatitis (sAH). In a new age of liver disease treatment, our team is developing vital therapies to meet the needs of those living with rare and serious liver disease. We are committed to improving patients’ lives and addressing the liver community’s most pressing needs.

People at Intercept are passionate about patients. You’ll see our patient photos lining our walls and hear their stories in town halls. We’re equally passionate about our team, ensuring each member feels included and has the opportunity to reach their potential. We recognize the power of an equal opportunity work force, and how it enriches the professional lives of our team members. Equal opportunity drives innovation and connects us to the patients and communities we serve.

For more information about Intercept, please visit our website at: and follow us on X at: @InterceptPharma.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $280,000 to $325,000. This represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries may vary based on various factors including, but not limited to, experience, skillset, and performance.

The salary range listed is just one component of our total compensation package. Intercept also provides a competitive suite of benefits, including:

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Rewards and recognition program

• Health care benefits (medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision insurance)

• Short and long-term disability coverage provided

• Plan coverage for domestic partners

• Paid parental leave benefits and adoption assistance

• Tuition reimbursement assistance

• A generous Paid Time Off program that includes 20 vacation days, 11 holidays, 4 personal days, and 2 volunteer days per calendar year

• Numerous well-being and work/life programs

EEO Statement

Employment decisions at the Company are made without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including gender, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected genetic information, marital or partnership status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This organization participates in E-Verify (E-Verify's Right to Work guidance can be found here:

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