Regional Medical Affairs Manager

About Us & The Opportunity

We are a forward-thinking pharmaceutical organization dedicated to delivering transformative therapies to patients with high unmet medical needs. Our pipeline is robust, dynamic, and spans multiple therapeutic areas, offering a unique environment where you are not confined to a single specialty.

We are currently seeking a Regional Medical Affairs Manager to join our team. This is a pivotal role where you will act as the scientific bridge between our innovative pipeline and the regional medical community.

Why join us?

• Innovative Pipeline: Work on groundbreaking assets in early to late-stage development.

• Diverse Exposure: Unlike traditional roles, you will have the opportunity to cover multiple therapeutic areas, broadening your clinical and strategic expertise.

• Culture: We pride ourselves on a friendly, welcoming, and collaborative environment. We believe in science-driven decisions, not bureaucracy.

• Autonomy & Balance: We trust our experts. You will have the autonomy to shape your territory strategy while maintaining a genuine work-life balance

Key Responsibilities

1. Scientific Strategy & Execution

• Develop and implement the regional Medical Affairs plan in alignment with the Global/Regional brand strategy and pipeline priorities.

• Identify, map, and cultivate relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals across the region.

• Lead the regional generation of scientific data and Real-World Evidence (RWE) to support product value propositions.

• Serve as the regional scientific expert for both marketed products and pipeline assets.

2. Therapeutic Area Coverage & Pipeline Support

• Manage a dynamic portfolio, covering both specialty care and primary care. 

• Provide strategic insights to the clinical development team regarding trial feasibility, site selection, and patient recruitment at the regional level.

• Drive advisory board meetings and scientific symposia to gather critical insights for pipeline development.

3. Medical Information & Education

• Ensure accurate, fair, and balanced medical information is disseminated to internal stakeholders and external customers.

• Develop and approve medical education materials and slide decks for external presentations (in compliance with local regulations).

• Conduct internal training to ensure commercial and sales teams are medically equipped to represent our products.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the "Medical Conscience" for the regional commercial team, ensuring all activities are evidence-based and compliant.

• Collaborate with Market Access teams to support value dossier creation and reimbursement strategies.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Advanced Degree: Science and medical educational background are required, Ph.D. is preferred. 

• Experience: Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.

• Therapeutic Knowledge: Experience in specialty Care is preferred, but a proven ability to learn and adapt to new therapy areas is essential.

• Commercial Acumen: Understanding of the ethical boundaries between Medical Affairs and Commercial functions.

• Regulatory: Strong knowledge of local pharmaceutical codes of conduct and regulatory requirements.

Competencies:

• Scientific Acumen: Ability to critically appraise complex clinical data.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to see the "big picture" and translate it into actionable tactics.

• Communication: Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills; ability to simplify complex science for diverse audiences.

• Autonomy: A self-starter who can manage their own schedule and territory with minimal supervision.