Our client is a mid-sized global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Switzerland, employing more than 10,000 people worldwide. The organisation develops and manufactures innovative therapies across several specialist areas of medicine, with a strong focus on haematology, immunology and critical care.
The company is privately owned and internationally active, combining a collaborative culture with the scale and reach of a global healthcare organisation. Their mission is to improve patients’ lives by advancing high-quality medical solutions.
The Role
They are seeking an experienced Senior Global Medical Advisor to join the Global Medical Affairs team. In this role, you will serve as a scientific expert within the organisation, helping to translate clinical data into meaningful medical insights while supporting the global medical strategy.
You will work cross-functionally with teams including Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs and Drug Safety, ensuring scientific accuracy and supporting the safe and effective use of the company’s products worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
* Project management of non-interventional studies (NIS) and investigator-initiated studies (IIS)
* Oversee the publication process for clinical studies
* Conduct scientific literature reviews on company products, competitor products and relevant therapeutic indications
* Support regulatory submissions through literature reviews and product analyses
* Disseminate relevant medical and scientific insights to internal stakeholders
* Respond to internal scientific queries and external medical enquiries
* Maintain and expand the global medical information database
* Identify and engage with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in collaboration with international business units and local affiliates
* Attend major international congresses and act as a Medical Affairs representative
* Review and contribute to scientific and regulatory documentation in collaboration with Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Research and Drug Safety
* Review and approve promotional and marketing materials in collaboration with business teams
* Act as a medical interface across internal departments
* Support internal training on therapeutic areas and medical background when required
Candidate Profile
* Advanced academic degree in a medical or scientific discipline (MD or PhD preferred)
* 5+ years’ experience in the pharmaceutical or pharmaceutical services industry
* Experience within specialty pharmaceuticals or biologics is advantageous
* Strong experience in scientific writing, literature research and data interpretation
* Proven ability to interact with KOLs, regulatory stakeholders and cross-functional teams
* Excellent organisational and project management skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
* Fluency in English (C1 level); additional languages are beneficial
* Good IT and database skills
* Willingness to travel internationally
Why Join?
* Opportunity to contribute to therapies that improve patient outcomes worldwide
* Collaborative and international working environment
* Exposure to global medical strategy and cross-functional teams
* Competitive compensation and benefits package
* Opportunities for professional and leadership development
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