[Germany] Manager (m/f/d) Medical Affairs

[Germany] Manager (m/f/d) Medical Affairs1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsCompany DescriptionSanten is a specialized life sciences company with a proud 130-year heritage focused exclusively on ophthalmology. As a Japan-originated, global company with our footprint in over 60 countries, we are dedicated to delivering innovative treatments and digital solutions for eye health and addressing vision-related social issues for people around the world.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities & AccountabilitiesMedical Strategy and Scientific Leadership:Support and execute the Medical Affairs´ strategy locally for each therapy area through high-level scientific medical communications and other related medical activities. Provide medical and scientific expertise related to local phase IV studies design and deliverables (protocols, clinical trials sites, publications), and to initial review of local IST proposals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Research and Development, Clinical Operations, and Commercial teams, to ensure seamless integration of medical affairs activities.Scientific Communication:Provide medical and scientific expertise to internal stakeholders, external partners, and customers on ophthalmology-related matters. Provide input on/prepare local publications/abstracts/reports/medical reviews and, if applicable, local medical training materials. Review and approve medical content to ensure accuracy and compliance.Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagement:Establish and maintain strong relationships with KOLs, academic institutions, and relevant medical societies within the ophthalmology field. Collaborate with KOLs to gain insights, gather feedback, and identify opportunities for research collaborations and educational initiatives. Provides local recommendations for expanding the EAME region pool of advocates, speakers, advisors, etc.Medical Education and Training:Develop and deliver scientific and medical training to internal teams, including sales, marketing, and customer support, to ensure accurate and effective communication of product information. Organize and participate in medical symposia, advisory boards, and educational events to raise awareness and understanding of ophthalmology products.Leadership and Team Management:Lead and supervise a local Medical Affairs team.Function as Information Officer:Ensure that all internally or externally used information material -both medical and promotional- adhere to German laws (HWG, MPG, AMG) and adhere to regulatory guidelines and industry standards. This includes also approval processes of EMEA projects during their implementation in Germany.QualificationsEducationMedical degree (MD) or equivalent (PhD) (mandatory)Specialization in ophthalmology (desirable)Experience3-5 years minimum in a MAM positionSubstantial experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device industry, with a focus on ophthalmology (mandatory)In-depth knowledge of ophthalmology therapeutic areas and medical affairs best practices (desirable)Other QualificationsExcellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.Familiarity with relevant regulations and guidelines related to medical affairs activities.Flexibility to travel as needed for scientific meetings, conferences, and KOL engagements.Additional InformationGrow your career at SantenA career at Santen is an opportunity to make a difference. Through our long-term vision outlined in Santen 2030, we are committed to be a Social Innovator – addressing the social and economic needs of people with visual impairments. We have team members around the world using their diverse talents to unlock new modalities and drive innovations for patient outcomes, education and treatment. At Santen, we believe in empowering all our team members with flexible ways of working and a highly inclusive work environment. The Santen Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building diverse teams and ensuring a safe and inclusive physical and virtual workplace for every one of our team members. All employment decisions are based on business needs, role requirements and individual qualifications regardless of race, color, ethnicity, national origin/ancestry, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/ expression, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require any kind of accommodation during our recruitment process, please let the recruiter from our team know.Seniority levelAssociateEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionResearchIndustriesPharmaceutical Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr