Global Diagnostics and Disease Area Strategist, Alzheimer’s

Biogen (Switzerland) seeks a Senior Global Diagnostics and Disease Area Strategist for Alzheimer’s in Baar, CH. The role leads global diagnostic pathway strategy and cross-functional collaboration.

The company is looking for a senior professional to lead the global Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Franchise strategy, with a specific focus on diagnostic pathways. This position requires significant collaboration across the value chain, engaging subject matter experts and regional teams to align commercialization efforts.

Responsibilities

• Create, advise on, and guide the execution of commercialization strategies for Alzheimer’s diagnostic pathways.
• Oversee the Strategic Annual Process for the Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Franchise.
• Review and propose disease area strategies that support the broader pipeline objectives.
• Coordinate communications with internal departments and external partners regarding commercialization plans.
• Manage vendor statements of work and associated budgets for approved strategies.
• Analyze competitive intelligence, market landscapes, and development trends to refine strategic approaches.
• Lead complex projects and programs to ensure timely delivery within contractual boundaries.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree is mandatory.
• At least 12 years of experience in patient care pathway simplification, disease area strategy, pipeline strategy, or the pharmaceutical/biotechnology sector.
• Prior experience leading cross-functional teams at both global and local levels within the industry.
• A proven history of directing strategies and providing timely, approved recommendations for diagnostic pathways and therapeutic programs.
• Capability to handle multiple simultaneous programs involving cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Working knowledge of Alzheimer’s diagnostic development, patient care pathways, and commercialization processes.
• Demonstrated success in collaborative initiatives with alliance partners.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.

Nice to have

• An advanced doctoral degree is preferred.
• Experience in Alzheimer’s development, launch, or commercialization is advantageous.
• Background in HIV, Oncology, Rare Disease, or Cardiometabolic development, launch, or commercialization may be relevant.

What the company offers

• Job stability and resources provided by an established business.
• An environment where individual contributions have a significant impact.
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and skill expansion.
• A culture that values inclusion and belonging.

About the company

Biogen (Switzerland) is a mid-sized biotechnology company driven by a pioneering spirit and a commitment to excellence. The global team believes that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives strengthen innovation. The organization operates under the mission to care deeply, achieve excellence, and change lives.

• Global team with a commitment to excellence and a pioneering spirit.
• Mid-sized biotechnology company.
• Mission: Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
• Diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make the company stronger and more innovative.