Medical Affairs Specialist Neurology

Medical Affairs Specialist Neurology

Great opportunity in Medical Affairs! We are looking for a Medical Doctor or PhD with medical affairs experience and strong strategic, cross-functional teamwork and leadership skills. Experience and network in the field of Neurology/Alzheimer is an asset.

JOB SCOPE:

You will be the first member of the cross-functional team that will be put in place to support the (pre-)launch of a new molecule in Alzheimer’s disease.

YOU WILL BE IN CHARGE OF:

The development and the execution of the medical plan in line with product/disease state strategy, Project/budget management, Thought leader engagement, Identifying data gaps for getting product access and training of sales force.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Business / customer support pre- and post launch:

  • In depth product knowledge and knowledge of the therapeutic area (Alzheimer’s disease) and the treatment options,
  • Contribute to the development of medical strategies to support brand commercialization activities,
  • Contribute as a scientific and medical expert to activities and deliverables of the PRA organization, in particular giving clinical input and insight to defend the product value, By offering scientific and creative input, contribute to the development, review, and approval of promotional materials for the brand team,
  • Support training of sales representatives, and other medical representatives,
  • Become familiar with market archetypes and potential influence on the medical interventions for the product,
  • Take a leadership role in defining the Patient Journey

Scientific data dissemination / exchange:

  • Knowledge of and compliance with local laws and regulations with respect to data dissemination and interactions with external health care professionals,
  • Understand and actively address the unsolicited scientific information needs of external health care professionals (if they cannot be answered by medical information service,
  • Organize advisory board meetings,
  • Establish and maintain appropriate collaborations and relationships with external scientific experts, thought leaders and with relevant professional societies.

Clinical research:

  • Understand and keep updated with the pre-clinical and clinical data relevant to the molecule,
  • Identify data gaps and generate RWE to support local access,
  • Participate in investigator identification and selection, in conjunction with clinical teams,
  • Review IIT proposals and publications, and guide in submission of the proposal.

Regulatory Support Activities :

  • Participate in review of local labeling collaboration with Regulatory Affairs,
  • Demonstrate deep knowledge of local label.

Scientific / Technical expertise and continue development: 

  • Be aware of current trends and projections for clinical practice and access in the therapeutic area(s) relevant to the product,
  • Critically read and evaluate the relevant medical literature; know the status and data from competitive products; and keep updated with medical and other scientific developments relevant to the product,
  • Responsible for the scientific training of the clinical study team,
  • Act as scientific consultant for clinical study team members, others in medical and cross-functionally.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Preferably Medical Degree or PhD
  • Medical affairs experience 
  • Expertise and network in Neurology-Alzheimer is an advantage
  • Fluent in English, French and Dutch
  • Ability to ‘translate’ scientific data into meaningful and clear content for customer communications and engagement
  • Ability to effectively partner cross-functionally including Marketing and Sales, PRA, RWE with strong leadership skills
  • Expertise in literature identification and evaluation
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Experience in project management 
  • Able to manage high workload including ability to manage and prioritize broad deliverables of a complex nature
  • Demonstrated ability to balance scientific priorities with business priorities

OFFER:

You will receive a fixed contract at a company which is determined to put people first, patients as well as employees.

Flexible, agile working options

You will enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package

CONTACT:

Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch with Katleen Broeckhoven at katleen@careforceone.be.

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