Senior Specialist, Medical Affairs ONC

Job Description

Senior Specialist, Medical Advisor Oncology

The Senior Specialist Oncology will be responsible for providing strategic support and expertise in oncology to drive the development and implementation of medical affairs initiatives. This key role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams, including clinical development, marketing, and regulatory affairs, to ensure the successful launch of oncology pipeline.

The Senior Specialist Oncology will also be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), lead data generation initiatives, participating in scientific conferences, and contributing to the overall medical affairs strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

People Manager Role - Senior Specialist Oncologist will manage 2 field-based medical advisors focusing on West and South region of India.

• Provide strategic guidance and expertise in oncology for the development and execution of medical affairs plans focusing on Lung Cancer, GU Cancers and Hematology portfolio
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the successful launch and commercialization of oncology products.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in oncology for internal teams, including clinical development, marketing, and regulatory affairs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) in the oncology field.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest scientific advancements, clinical trial data, and competitive landscape in oncology.
• Contribute to the development of scientific communications, including publications, presentations, and educational materials.
• Represent the company at scientific conferences, symposiums, and advisory boards.
• Provide support and training to the sales and marketing teams on oncology products and disease management.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, patient advocacy groups, and professional organizations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines, including pharmacovigilance reporting and medical information requests.

We are a research-driven biopharmaceutical company. Our mission is built on the simple premise that if we “follow the science” that great medicines can make a significant impact to our world. We believe that a research-driven enterprise dedicated to world-class science can succeed by inventing medicine and vaccine innovations that make a difference for patients across the globe.

Our Medical Affairs team advances patient care by engaging in scientific exchange with external medical experts and industry professionals ensuring the scientific value of our products is realized. We engage and train internal employees to ensure that they thoroughly comprehend the science behind the medicine and review further unmet medical needs to bolster collaboration and further differentiate our portfolio. 

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 an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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