Medical Director, Medical Affairs - Interstitial Lung Diseases

Company: Insmed Incorporated
Location: Bridgewater
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

At Insmed, every moment and every patient counts — and so does every person who joins in. As a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes the human experience, celebrates curiosity, and values every person’s contributions to meaningful progress. That commitment has earned us recognition as Science magazine’s No. 1 Top Employer for five consecutive years, certification as a Great Place to Work® in the U.S., and a place on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list in the UK. For patients, for each other, and for the future of science, we’re in. Are you? About the Role: The Medical Director for Interstitial Lung Diseases will develop, implement, and lead the therapy portfolio strategy and planning for Medical Affairs across all geographic regions ensuring a cohesive approach. This role will develop and lead all medical affairs activities ensuring partnership within the team (medical strategy, scientific communications and publications), all key Medical Affairs functions (Medical Excellence, HEOR, Field Medical, Medical Information) as well as maintaining a high-level cross-functional collaboration across the organization to ensure alignment and One Insmed approach. What You'll Do: Medical Strategy: Establish, and shape medical strategy for entry intoIPF/PPF across indications?ensuring this fits within the overall company strategy and cross functional alignment. Development and execution of MA plans?: ensure that strategy is reflected in medical plans and that these deliver on critical identified milestones in launch planning. Medical leadership input for cross functional partners including clinical, operations, HEOR, and commercial?to ensure that there is a strong medical voice. Build external relationship network across therapy area to supporttrial enrollment, launch prep, and to seek advice. Develop data generation strategy including gapanalysis, to evolve product data generation plans and ensure alignment with the overall brand/OneMedical strategy. ? Review publications, help create medical backgrounders, FAQ and standardresponses, and develop internal training approach?. Propose future MA team to support programs as they progress. Develop full thought leader engagement strategic approach and ensuing plan. Partner with Medical Strategy, Regions, and Finance to plan and manage annual budget for medical activities. Ensure a comprehensive and harmonious approach by collaborating across Medical Affairs, Regions, and other functions including Commercial and Development. Partner with team members to identify and integrate innovative ideas and best practices into strategies, plans, and activities. Ensure compliance with all applicable Insmed policies. Who You Are: MD degree (highly preferred), PharmD, or PhD. Previous leadership experience within Medical Affairs and 6 years of industry experience within a pharmaceutical or biotech company. Proven experience and strong knowledge in pulmonary indications preferred, especially within the ILD/IPF/PPF space. Deep knowledge of Medical Affairs and understanding of launch planning required with previous launch experience preferred. Ability to work independently and operate as the primary medical affairs representative. Demonstrated history of leading process and operational excellence and developing planning standards.? Ability to immerse seamlessly in a Matrix organization?. Global experience or experience in multiple regions is an advantage. Ability to collaborate with multiple partners and functions. Strong critical thinking with the ability to connect multiple components. Proven track record of effectively inspiring change. Persuasive communication skills (both written and verbal)and high attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to creatively solve problems and encourage unique solutions. Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as business needs dictate. LI-MM1 LI-Remote Pay Range: $247,000.00-337,000.00 Annual Life at Insmed At Insmed, you’ll find a culture as human as our mission—intentionally designed for the people behind it. You deserve a workplace that reflects the same care you bring to your work each day, with support for how you work, how you grow, and how you show up for patients, your team, and yourself. Highlights of our U.S. offerings include: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage and mental health support, annual wellbeing reimbursement, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Generous paid time off policies, fertility and family-forming benefits, caregiver support, and flexible work schedules with purposeful in-person collaboration 401(k) plan with a competitive company match, annual equity awards, and participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and company-paid life and disability insurance Company Learning Institute providing access to LinkedIn Learning, skill building workshops, leadership programs, mentorship connections, and networking opportunities Employee resource groups, service and recognition programs, and meaningful opportunities to connect, volunteer, and give back Eligibility for specific programs may vary and is subject to the terms and conditions of each plan. Current Insmed Employees: Please apply via the Jobs Hub in Workday. Insmed Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Unsolicited resumes from agencies should not be forwarded to Insmed. Insmed will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes through this source. Insmed will only pay a fee to agencies if a formal agreement between Insmed and the agency has been established. The Human Resources department is responsible for all recruitment activities; please contact us directly to be considered for a formal agreement. Insmed is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us by email at TotalRewards@insmed.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Applications are accepted for 5 calendar days from the date posted or until the position is filled.

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