Medical Affairs Advisor – European Focus - Fixed Term Contract (1 year)
Overview
A leading pharmaceutical organisation is looking for a Medical Affairs Advisor to join it's European medical team. Supporting the Medical Director, this is person will act as a key conduit between the external healthcare environment and internal business functions.
This position will play a critical role in shaping and implementing the medical strategy for both marketed products and pipeline assets, while ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted source of scientific and clinical expertise for internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as a strategic medical partner within cross-functional brand teams, providing scientific insights and shaping the direction of assets in Rare Diseases.
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders including healthcare professionals, payers, policy makers, and patient advocacy groups.
* Contribute to the creation and execution of the annual Regional Medical Plan, ensuring alignment with global strategies and objectives.
* Attend medical events, congresses, symposia and advisory boards.
* Liaising with external vendors (such as medical communications agencies).
* Collaborate with the European Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, Pharmacovigilance, and Health Outcomes teams to support integrated regional activities.
* Review and approve medical materials, ensuring compliance with industry codes and regulations.
* Respond to scientific inquiries from healthcare professionals, providing high-quality and timely data and insights.
* Support evidence generation planning, clinical research initiatives, and publication development in alignment with market needs.
* Assist in the feasibility and execution of clinical trials, including site selection and engagement with external experts.
* Uphold regulatory, ethical, and corporate compliance standards.
Required Qualifications and Experience
* A scientific or clinical degree (e.g., BSc, MSc, PhD, PharmD, MD) is essential.
* Prior experience in a Medical Affairs role within the pharmaceutical industry at a European level is required.
* Strong understanding of the European healthcare environment and clinical practices.
* In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical industry codes of practice (e.g., ABPI, EFPIA, IFPMA).
* Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, manage multiple priorities, and operate in a results-driven setting.
* Rare Diseases expertise is preferred but not essential.