Executive Medical Director, Rheumatology, Global Medical Affairs

Zenas BioPharma is seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Medical Director, Rheumatology to serve as the Global Medical Affairs medical lead for IgG4-Related Disease (IgG4-RD) and other rheumatologic indications within the portfolio.

Requirements

• MD, DO, PhD, or PharmD with deep scientific understanding of autoimmune diseases
• Clinical experience in rheumatology is strongly preferred
• Minimum 10+ years of industry medical affairs and/or clinical development experience
• Experience with rare autoimmune diseases and strong credibility with external experts preferred
• Experience leading global medical strategy and cross-functional initiatives in a biotech or pharmaceutical setting
• Proven ability to interpret and communicate complex clinical data and scientific concepts
• Track record of high-quality scientific communication (publications, congress participation, advisory boards)
• Experience supporting late-phase development, launches, and lifecycle management
• Strong understanding of compliance, medical governance, and global regulatory/HTA requirements
• Experience in emerging or mid-size biotech environments with a demonstrated ability to build and scale new functions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build credibility across diverse audiences

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Annual performance bonus
• Equity
• Full range of benefits
• Other incentive compensation plans