The Medical Advisor is a valued co-strategist on cross-functional country teams, with Marketing, Market Access and Policy. The role reports directly to the Oncology Medical Affairs Lead and will be responsible for the Oncology portfolio.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Consolidate actionable medical insights from the country that can help inform company strategies
Translate the Global Medical Goals and Strategies into research, data analysis, scientific communication, educational, and other tactics and solutions that improve patient outcomes and enhance access in their country
Support execution of and quickly adapt tactical plan to business realities in country
Communicate both scientific and business needs credibly, appropriately and effectively across a variety of internal and external stakeholders at all levels
Build trust with external scientific community via peer-to-peer scientific exchange, research and educational collaborations, interactions with scientific societies and health organizations
Develop and execute country medical educational programs and symposia
Lead country advisory boards and expert input forums to inform company strategy
Provide therapeutic/functional training to assigned teams and affiliate functions
Infuse country's scientific and healthcare environment perspective into Regional Medical Affairs Teams
Follow-up on investigator-initiated study proposals received
Participate in and contribute significantly to professional organizations, academic or regulatory working teams
Act with ethics & integrity; provide non-promotional, balanced, reliable and scientific information, follow strictly company standards and local regulations Scientific & Technical Leadership
QUALIFICATIONS
MBBCh or PhD is the minimum requirement for this position, linked with the appropriate experience and the profile requirements for this position. A person with post-graduate qualification in any discipline of medicine or management will be strongly preferred
Pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Experience in pharmaceutical, medical-aid, clinical research or public-health sector
Strategic thinking, specifically related to asset value proposition, and clinical and value evidence
Developing a network of scientific leaders and successful interactions with other key stakeholders (public groups, government officials, medical professional organizations) in therapy areas
Proven ability to effectively communicate information at country management level, with public groups and to scientific leaders
Excellent interpersonal, analytical, communication (written as well as oral) and results oriented project management skills
Strong prioritization skills and ability to understand how decisions fit into the broader context of corporate strategies
In a matrix environment, able to effectively collaborate across functions
Business acumen
Computer literacy
Valid drivers license
Must be willing to travel
High work ethic
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