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BridgeBio Pharma
San Francisco, California · Hybrid

Senior Field Medical Director, Strategic Operations

Medical AffairsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$235k-$270k

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Job Description

Mavericks Wanted

When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement... read on

In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible.

Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work.

What You'll Do

The Senior Field Medical Director, Strategic Operations is a scientific and clinical expert who combines field medical responsibilities for California with leadership of field medical operations and intelligence for BridgeBio Endocrinology.

This role engages key opinion leaders and healthcare providers to advance scientific exchange, earlier diagnosis, and appropriate patient identification.

It also builds and runs the systems that make the field medical team effective, including metrics, insight reporting, congress execution, CRM data quality, and onboarding.

The ideal candidate is an experienced field medical professional who is equally strong in the field and in building scalable processes, and who thrives in a fast-paced launch environment.

Responsibilities

Serve as Field Medical Director for California, including KOL engagement, compliant scientific exchange, and support of company-sponsored programs and research.

Lead field medical planning and execution at scientific congresses- Oversee CRM data quality and documentation standards for the field medical team

Lead onboarding and training of new field medical team members, and develop and maintain field medical processes and resource materials

  • Manage field medical vendors in compliance with all internal policies and external regulations
  • Translate field activity and insights into reporting that informs Medical Affairs strategy

Where You'll Work

This is a field-based position located in the San Francisco Bay Area, with approximately 75% travel for KOL meetings, territory field visits, scientific congresses, and visits to our San Francisco office as needed.

Who You Are

  • Advanced scientific or clinical degree required (MD, DO, PharmD, or PhD)
  • 5+ years of Medical Affairs experience, including prior experience as a Medical Science Liaison or Field Medical Director
  • Background in endocrinology, nephrology, genetics, or rare disease strongly preferred

Demonstrated experience building field medical operations, such as CRM governance, metrics and dashboards, congress planning, or training programs

Excellent scientific communication, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment

Ability to comply with all internal policies and external regulations, including those related to travel, expenses, and compliance

Demonstrated curiosity and adaptability in adopting AI-powered tools and technologies

At BridgeBio, we strive to provide a market-competitive total rewards package, including base pay, an annual performance bonus, company equity, and generous health benefits. Below is the anticipated salary range for candidates for this role who will work in California.

The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience within the industry, educational background, location of residence and performance during the interview process.

BridgeBio is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions based in other states.

Salary

$235,000—$270,000 USD

As a global company, our comprehensive benefits may vary based on location. We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return.

  • For BridgeBio Full-Time U. S Based Roles:
  • Financial & Rewards
  • Market-leading compensation
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits (transit and parking)
  • Referral bonus for hired candidates
  • Subsidized lunch and parking on in-office days
  • Health & Well-Being
  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Fertility & family-forming benefits
  • Expanded mental health support (therapy and coaching resources)
  • Hybrid work model with flexibility
  • Flexible, “take-what-you-need” paid time off and company-paid holidays
  • Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave to care for yourself and your family

Skill Development & Career Paths

People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility

We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, & BetterUp Coaching

We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities

By applying, you acknowledge that BridgeBio will process your personal information as described in our Global Candidate Privacy Notice.

Requirements

Candidates must possess an advanced scientific or clinical degree such as an MD, DO, PharmD, or PhD. A minimum of 5 years of Medical Affairs experience is required, with a strong preference for backgrounds in endocrinology, nephrology, or rare disease.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Data analysisClinical researchProject managementProcess developmentCross-functional leadershipRegulatory compliance

Medical Affairs — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$253k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $228k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Medical Affairs pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

How many Medical Affairs jobs are remote?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score3.9 / 10 · above average in medical affairsranked against 284 Medical Affairs listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$235k–$270kMedical Affairs median $306k (middle half $263k–$328k)79 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$228k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Medical Affairs listings in California42 active293 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusCalifornia Physician listings: 30% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 27% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026
Medical Affairs pay trend−1.0% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (284 Medical Affairs listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Medical Affairs listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 284 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About BridgeBio Pharma

Biotechnology Research
Palo Alto, California
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Market-leading compensation
Annual performance bonus
Company equity
401(k) with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Referral bonus
Subsidized lunch and parking on in-office days