Medical Director, US Medical Affairs
Company: Dyne Therapeutics
Location: Waltham
Posted on: March 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Company Overview: Dyne Therapeutics is focused on delivering
functional improvement for people living with genetically driven
neuromuscular diseases. We are developing therapeutics that target
muscle and the central nervous system (CNS) to address the root
cause of disease. The company is advancing clinical programs for
Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and myotonic dystrophy type 1
(DM1) as well as a preclinical programs for facioscapulohumeral
muscular dystrophy (FSHD) and Pompe disease. At Dyne, we are on a
mission to deliver functional improvement for individuals, families
and communities. Learn more at https://www.dyne-tx.com/ , and
follow us on X , LinkedIn and Facebook . Role Summary: The US
Medical Director of Medical Affairs leads Dyne’s medical strategy
and execution within the United States, focusing on launch
readiness, US-specific KOL engagement, congress planning and
execution, and supports real-world evidence (RWE) initiatives. This
role ensures alignment with global strategy while tailoring
activities to US regulatory, payer, and healthcare landscapes. This
role leads efforts to communicate and disseminate scientific and
clinical information, engage with medical professionals in the
field and contribute to the overall success of the company’s
portfolio. The US Medical Director collaborates closely with Global
Medical Affairs, US Commercial, Regulatory, Market Access, and
Clinical teams to drive successful product introduction and
lifecycle management in the US market. This role is located in our
Waltham, MA office. Primary Responsibilities Include: Develop and
execute US Medical Affairs strategy aligned with global objectives
and US market needs Act as point person for all US Medical Affairs
launch readiness activities, including working closely with global
medical director and scientific communications on development of
scientific platform development, local congress planning, and local
medical education programs Support congress strategy execution in
the US, including booth activities, symposia, and scientific
presentations Work closely and with the Head of the Medical Science
Liaison (MSL) team on US KOL engagement strategy: identify, map,
and build relationships with key US experts Support insight
collection and synthesis, and supporting the development of field
material, working with the MSL team Develop US Medical Affairs
advisory board strategy and organize and execute advisory boards
and expert panels Work collaboratively with HCP and Patient
Marketing as well as cross-functional stakeholders to integrate
medical perspectives into brand strategy, ensuring alignment with
scientific and commercial objectives Partner with Clinical
Development and Clinical Operations to support US trial site
engagement and recruitment strategies Working with the Global
Medical Director, identify opportunities to generate real-world
evidence (RWE) and phase IV data to address data gaps and support
HCP and payer treatment decisions Ensure compliance with US
regulatory and legal requirements for all medical activities Serve
as subject matter expert on neuromuscular diseases and Dyne’s
therapeutic platforms for US stakeholders Support the review and
approval of externally presented materials through the Medical
Review committee and Promotional Review Committee Act as a role
model for integrity and compliance in all interactions Education
and Skills Requirements: Doctorate degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) with
experience in rare diseases; neuromuscular experience preferred
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in Medical Affairs within
the US pharmaceutical/biotech industry Proven ability to lead US
launch readiness and medical strategy execution Excellent
communication and relationship-building skills with US KOLs and
cross-functional teams Ability to interpret and communicate complex
scientific data to diverse audiences Effective communication skills
(written, verbal and presentation) Must be willing to travel up to
30%, inclusive of overnight and occasional weekends to meet with
customers, internal stakeholders and attend relevant conferences
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Positive team
member who embodies Dyne’s Core Values Excitement about Dyne’s
vision and mission Experience managing direct reports MA Pay Range
$196,000 - $285,000 USD The pay range reflects the base pay range
Dyne reasonably expects to pay for this role at the time of
posting. Individual compensation depends on factors such as
education, experience, job-related knowledge, and demonstrated
skills. The statements contained herein reflect general details as
necessary to describe the principles functions for this job, the
level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of
responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive
listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties
as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover
absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise
balance workload. Dyne Therapeutics is an equal opportunity
employer and will not discriminate against any employee or
applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national
origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any
classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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