Medical Affairs Consultant (m / f / d)

Job Responsibilities

1. Plan for medically adequate commercialization from early development throughout the entire asset life cycle: Design of brand strategic goals to enable efficient, scientifically and medically appropriate commercialization efforts from early development to end of product life cycle.
2. Communicate with all relevant internal global functions (Marketing, PPSS, Patient Engagement, Corporate Communications, Legal, Epidemiology & RWE, Clinical Development teams, Regulatory Affairs, Drug Safety, Digital) to align strategy and gather input.
3. Develop the medical narrative for the asset, informing evidence generation and communication strategies. Develop and execute Medical Affairs strategic initiatives, including publication planning and data roll-out.
4. Create content for medical activities, supporting the Medical Communications Content Manager in medical communication efforts.
5. Plan and oversee the execution of studies (investigator-initiated studies, external research collaborations, phase IV trials, compassionate use, and early-access programs).
6. Develop and implement the global medical communication strategy for the compound, indication, or portfolio, ensuring proper execution.
7. Advise on regional and local medical initiatives within the integrated brand and tactical plan, ensuring feedback from core markets is incorporated into the global strategy.
8. Identify, engage, and execute advisory boards and consultancy meetings with Scientific Relations, driving patient engagement.
9. Provide strategic consultancy on asset development, including validation of Target Product Profiles with external experts and aligning with patient needs and clinical trial protocols.
10. Develop strategies to establish and communicate the clinical benefits and risks beyond initial development, aligned with the medical narrative.

Qualifications

A comprehensive understanding of drug development and commercialization within the pharmaceutical industry, relevant indications, key stakeholders, and competitors is essential. Solid experience in study design, data analysis, and interpretation is required.

An advanced degree in Medical or Life Sciences (PhD preferred) with 2-5 years of industry experience is desirable.

Experience in market engagement, including external stakeholder interaction at global, regional, or local levels, is preferred.

A strong therapeutic area background with at least 25 years in the pharmaceutical industry, including Medical Affairs and/or Clinical Development roles, with management experience considered a plus.

For Early Medical Affairs roles: a proven track record in product launch activities within the medical function is beneficial.

Possess medical and scientific expertise to lead high-priority projects collaboratively with global teams, regional/local counterparts, and external partners.

Comfort and experience with digital channels and tools for evidence and value generation across development stages.

Ability to establish strong partnerships with external experts, international societies, and stakeholders.

Successful experience in planning, conducting, and publishing basic science and clinical research, including epidemiology and RWE, for diverse audiences.

Excellent communication and influencing skills.

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