GCC Medical Affairs Lead — Strategic Growth & Launch

Ntsrecruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 550,000 - 735,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biotechnology company is seeking a Medical Affairs Lead GCC to drive medical strategy across multiple therapy areas in the Gulf region. This role demands a scientifically driven leader with over 10 years in medical affairs, ideally with experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical sectors. The candidate will be responsible for shaping strategic partnerships, overseeing clinical research, and leading a team of medical professionals to enhance patient access to innovative therapies. Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of Arabic is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in medical affairs within biotechnology or pharmaceutical companies.
• At least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience launching specialty or biologic therapies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional medical affairs strategy.
• Lead scientific exchange with KOLs and healthcare providers.
• Oversee clinical research initiatives.
• Ensure launch readiness for new therapies.
• Implement medical governance frameworks.
• Lead a high-performing medical affairs team.
• Engage in shaping clinical practice and payer decision-making.

Skills

Leadership in medical affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Clinical development expertise

Regulatory requirements knowledge

Fluency in English

Arabic fluency

Education

Advanced scientific degree (MD, PharmD, or PhD)

Job description

A global biotechnology company is seeking a Medical Affairs Lead GCC to drive medical strategy across multiple therapy areas in the Gulf region. This role demands a scientifically driven leader with over 10 years in medical affairs, ideally with experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical sectors. The candidate will be responsible for shaping strategic partnerships, overseeing clinical research, and leading a team of medical professionals to enhance patient access to innovative therapies. Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of Arabic is advantageous.