The Medical Manager/ Medical Advisor holds primary responsibility within the cluster/country for the development and execution of the Country Medical Affairs Plan (CMAP) and is expected to spend up to 20%-30% of their time in scientific engagements with scientific leaders and key decision makers.- This individual is responsible for collaborating and executing on cross-functional strategy, building trust with the medical/scientific community, facilitating peer-to-peer medical and scientific exchange, and providing asset issue resolution support.**Responsibilities** and Primary Activities**:**Strategic and Tactical Leadership**- Oversees development and execution of the Country Medical Affairs Plan.- Translates Global Medical Goals and Strategies into tactics and solutions that support optimal scientific exchange aimed at helping improve patient outcomes and enhancing access- Supports execution of and quickly adapts tactical plans to local corporate needs- Coordinates with the Regional Director of Medical Affairs to implement Global and Regional Medical Strategy at the local level, bringing the local scientific and healthcare environment perspective to the Regional Medical Affairs team- Provides non-promotional, balanced, and reliable scientific information following company standards and local regulations- Provides budget management (planning, execution, and monitoring) of non-promotional medical education programs and Group Input Meetings**Cross Functional Collaboration**- Works cross-functionally with Human Health areas: Marketing, Market Access, and MRL Stakeholders (Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance and Global Clinical Trial Operations)- Collaborates with our research laboratories/Global Clinical Trial Operations personnel to identify potential investigators for our clinical development programs- Follows up on Investigator-Initiated Study proposals aligned with the Company's Investigator-Sponsored Studies Program areas of interest- Participates in activities related to the design and execution of Local Development Groups in their country, including scientific discussion of outcome needs with research and the desired implementation approach**Medical and Scientific Leadership**- Ensures scientific engagement with scientific leaders and key decision-makers.- Gathers medical insights according to corporate procedures- Provides medical review of promotional materials based on corporate standards- Provides non-promotional, balanced, and reliable scientific information following company standards and local regulations- Communicates scientific and corporate needs appropriately and effectively across internal stakeholders- Builds trust with the external scientific community via peer-to-peer scientific exchange, research, educational collaborations, and interactions with scientific societies, health organizations, publications, etc.- Provides scientific training (clinical studies) to internal stakeholders- Develops and executes the country's non-promotional medical educational programs- Leads local Group Input Meetings (advisory boards and expert input forums)- Participates in and contributes to professional organizations and academic/regulatory working teams- Partners with Field Medical staff (Medical Scientific Liaisons and other Medical Managers/Medical Affairs contributors)**Medical Information (if applicable)**- Manages medical information requests in collaboration with Global Medical Affairs Committee hub (Medical Information and Field Medical Areas)**Inclusive Mindset and Behavior**- Demonstrates eagerness to contribute to an environment of belonging, inclusion, equity, and empowerment- Leads by example and serves as a role model for creating, leading, and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.**Qualifications, Skills, & Experience**- Education: Medical degree.- A Master's or PhD degree will also be considered- Two to three years of clinical and/or research experience in a relevant disease area, public health, or related field.- Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking, and presentation skills- Experience with local pharmaceutical industry guidelines, regulatory/reimbursement frameworks, and clinical research guidelines- Strong prioritization skills and ability to understand how decisions fit into the broader context of corporate strategies.- Demonstrated ability to develop a network of scientific leaders and other key stakeholders (e.g., public groups, government officials, and medical professional organizations).- Proven ability to effectively communicate information at country management level.- Ability to collaborate effectively across functions in a matrix environment.- Post-graduate training in specific therapeutic area will be a plus.**We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in
