MSL

Boehringer Ingelheim; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Medical Science Liaison based in Dubai, UAE, to drive scientific engagement with external experts and support strategic medical initiatives in obesity and cardiorenal metabolic areas.

You will deliver training, provide medical insights, and lead cross-functional collaboration while ensuring compliance and up-to-date therapeutic expertise. Travel up to 50% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, medicine/MD or equivalence.
• At least 2 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in Obesity & Cardiorenal Metabolic Therapeutic Area is required.
• Previous MSL/medical experience in prelaunch activities and external expert engagements is required.
• Must be based in Dubai with an ability to travel 50% of the time (Field based position).
• Business fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate leadership in executing medically driven initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Provide medical insights to shape brand tactical plans and strategies in specific therapeutic areas.
• Deliver presentations on therapeutic updates, guidelines, and disease management while leading scientific discussions.
• Support Medical Information teams in addressing healthcare professionals' queries effectively.
• Conduct scientific training for the Field Force and provide regular updates through various forums.
• Identify and recommend innovative e-programs and platforms to enhance departmental functions.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Team player

Self-management

Education

Bachelor's degree in pharmacy/medicine or equivalent

Job description

ROPU IMETA is a Regional Operating Unit consisting of 6 mid-sized Operating Units: India, Turkey, Southern Africa (South Africa & Sub Sahara Africa) Northeast & West Africa, Near East & UAE, Saudi Arabia, Gulf & East Africa (SAGEA).

IMETA is home to more than 47 nationalities. We are a powerhouse of talent, and we work together to ensure that we grow, nurture, and retain our talent. Uniting and working together is the key to our success.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an MSL based in Dubai, UAE. This role focuses on driving scientific engagement and collaboration with External Experts (EEs) to support strategic medical initiatives and therapeutic. The position requires leadership in executing medically driven initiatives, delivering scientific training, and managing information dissemination to internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, the role emphasizes innovation, compliance, and maintaining up-to-date expertise in relevant therapeutic areas.

This role will report to Medical Manager within our Near East & UAE operating unit.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate leadership in executing medically driven initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure all activities are compliant and contribute to organizational goals
• Provide medical insights to shape brand tactical plans and strategies in specific therapeutic areas. Actively collaborate with cross-functional teams and recommend potential investigators to clinical operations
• Deliver presentations on therapeutic updates, guidelines, and disease management while leading scientific discussions. Support Medical Information teams in addressing healthcare professionals' queries effectively
• Conduct scientific training for the Field Force and provide regular updates through various forums. Act as an educational resource for sales teams and internal stakeholders by sharing relevant publications and competitor insights
• Identify and recommend innovative e-programs and platforms to enhance departmental functions and therapeutic area development. Drive the adoption of digital tools to support medical initiatives and improve engagement
• Stay updated on the latest developments in therapeutic areas by reviewing current literature and local data. Ensure strict adherence to medical affairs codes, policies, and procedures to maintain compliance and uphold standards

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, medicine/MD or equivalence
• At least 2 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry
• Experience in Obesity & Cardiorenal Metabolic Therapeutic Area is required
• Previous MSL/medical experience in prelaunch activities and external expert engagements is required
• Must be based in Dubai with an ability to travel 50% of the time (Field based position)
• Business fluent in English
• Ability to work effectively and share information within a team environment
• Excellent self-management skills and ability to adapt services provided based on customer needs
• Good understanding of business and commercial environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly motivated & agile

SPL Screening

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Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com