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Job Title


Medical Review Manager


Company : MSCCN


Location : Chicago, IL


Created : 2026-04-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Overview The Medical Review Manager is a key member of the Medical Communications team, Medical Affairs organization, and contributes to overarching Medical Affairs initiatives, including strategy, launch activities, and operations. This individualu2019s primary responsibilities are to provide advanced medical and scientific review of: 1) promotional materials, press releases, and sales training communications to support the promotional review process, 2) medical and scientific medical materials, and 3) other pertinent publications in the therapeutic areas, and serve as a resource to other colleagues as needed. This role will coordinate with Medical Affairs colleagues, vendors, and outsource providers (as needed) to review content to be disseminated via multiple communication channels. This individual will create, maintain, and communicate metrics and key performance indicators to Senior Leadership. This role will regularly interact with internal and external key stakeholders on publication and medical communication activities across compounds. This individual will participate in assigned Medical Affairs, Leadership, and Cross-Functional meetings and initiatives as assigned. Responsibilities u2022 A standing member of, and active contributor to, the Medical Review Process (MedRP) for medical materials and the Material Approval Process (MAP) for promotional materials. u2022 Utilizing advanced clinical expertise, provide high quality review and approval of medical and scientific information autonomously, including Medical Information Standard and Custom Response Letters, Clinical Dossiers, FAQs, and other documents as identified or requested to both internal and external customers. u2022 Lead medical review for all product promotional activities to ensure accuracy, balance, and compliance with FDA guidance and regulations, internal policies, and established medical review standards, in close collaboration with cross-functional colleagues in Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Compliance, Marketing, and Training. u2022 Grant formal approval via signature authority for the cross-functional promotional review activities including: 1) providing strategic scientific consultations on brand messages, 2) reviewing promotional materials for content and accuracy, 3) coordinating the development, review, and approval of clinical data on file to support promotional claims. u2022 Maintain expert knowledge of Xeris products, disease states, treatment guidelines, scientific literature, and competitive landscape; provide subject matter expertise to internal stakeholders with up-to-date clinical information to support informed clinical and business decisions. u2022 Critically evaluate scientific literature and interpret data to support promotional messages; proactively identify potential risks and propose mitigation strategies; clearly communicate review decisions and scientific rationale to cross-functional colleagues. u2022 Compile highlights and metrics to contribute to quarterly outcomes reports for Senior Leadership. u2022 Coach and mentor interns or other team members as identified u2022 Develop and deliver materials for ongoing training of departmental colleagues and others as identified. u2022 Medical review of other materials as required. u2022 Proactively identify and develop strategies and initiatives that improve and streamline current processes with Medical Affairs to improve medical review with internal and external customers. Qualifications u2022 The qualified candidate will have a doctoral degree in a health sciences-related field such as a PharmD, MD, or PhD, with a thorough grasp of the pharmaceutical industry. u2022 2-3 years of healthcare or related experience (managed markets, clinical practice, research, or academic) following award of doctoral degree including a minimum of 2 years of medical communications experience within the pharmaceutical industry. u2022 Possesses advanced communication skills, both oral and written, and able to engender trust and respect of peers, subordinates, and superiors. u2022 Well-versed in highly technical and scientific languages to communicate with Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Compliance, Commercial, Research and Development, as well as other key stakeholders. u2022 Firm understanding of the drug development process, including key phases, processes, and techniques utilized for both pre- and post-marketing research studies. u2022 Proven track record of teamwork, leadership, timely decision making, and results orientation in meeting objectives. u2022 Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. u2022Working Conditions: Position may require periodic evening and weekend work, as necessary to fulfill obligations. Periodic overnight travel. Travel up to 20%. This is a hybrid role based in Xerisu2019 Chicago office and a minimum of 3 days per week in the office is required. On-site requirement may be changed at managementu2019s discretion. _The level of the position will be determined based on the selected candidateu2019s qualifications and experience._ #LI-HYBRID _As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetics or any other characteristic protected by law. It is our intention that all qualified applications are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors._ _The anticipated base salary range for this position is $120,000 to $175,000. Final determination of base salary offered will depend on several factors relevant to the position, including but not limited to candidate skills, experience, education, market location, and business need. This role will include eligibility for bonus and equity. The total compensation package will also include additional elements such as multiple paid time off benefits, various health insurance options, retirement benefits and more. Details about these and other offerings will be provided at the time a conditional offer of employment is made. Candidates are always welcome to inquire about our compensation and benefits package during the interview process_ _NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization._ Job Locations _US-IL-Chicago_ Title _Medical Review Manager_ ID _2026-2396_ Category _Medical Affairs_ Type _Full-Time_