Medical Advisor (Associate Director) Ophthalmology (all genders) / Remote Possible

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme; München; Remote; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Medical Advisor (Associate Director) for their Medical Affairs team in Ophthalmology. This role involves responsibilities in scientific studies, research projects, and medical strategy development. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience in Medical Affairs, particularly in ophthalmology. Excellent communication skills in English are required, with German preferred. The role offers flexible working hours and an attractive compensation package.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Attractive compensation package

Company pension scheme

Holiday allowance

30 days annual leave

Company car

Employee benefits

Company bike/bike leasing

Qualifikationen

• Experience in (field) Medical Affairs, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Strong knowledge of the ophthalmology therapeutic area.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Aufgaben

• Provide medical input for scientific studies and analysis.
• Identify and support scientific research projects.
• Develop and implement Medical Affairs plans.

Kenntnisse

Advisory Board Development

Healthcare Strategy

Health Technology Assessment (HTA)

Key Opinion Leader Management

Medical Affairs

Ophthalmology

Scientific Communications

Scientific Engagement

Scientific Publications

Scientific Research

Symposia

Ausbildung

Degree in medicine or pharmacy (PhD preferred)

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Job Description: We are currently looking for a Medical Advisor (Associate Director) (all genders) to join our Medical Affairs team in the Ophthalmology (including DMA: Diabetic Macular Edema & AMD: Age-related Macular Degeneration) therapeutic area as soon as possible. This role is open to candidates located anywhere in Germany.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility for the therapeutic area Ophthalmology
• Provide medical input for scientific studies (Phases I–IIIb), including analysis and interpretation of data in a medical context
• Identify and support scientific research projects and local studies (NIS, registries, IIS), including publications in collaboration with Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) and cross-functional teams
• Conceptualize, medically support, conduct, and oversee scientific symposia; attend study meetings and (inter)national congresses and symposia, including scientific preparation of congress content
• Support medical content for Health Technology Assessments and Value Dossiers in close cross-functional collaboration with internal departments
• Plan, organize, and conduct national advisory boards, including Scientific Leader management
• Present and discuss pipeline data in advisory forums and during internal and external stakeholder presentations
• Develop, align, and implement Medical Affairs plans
• Collaborate closely with colleagues from various departments in a cross-functional setup
• Prepare, provide, present, and discuss scientific information, data, and projects
• Participate in local cross-functional ophthalmology teams and the European Regional Medical Affairs team

Your Profile

• Degree in medicine or pharmacy (PhD preferred), or a scientific university degree with a doctorate
• Experience in (field) Medical Affairs, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
• Ideally, strong knowledge of the ophthalmology therapeutic area, scientific environment, networks, and study groups
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with various internal and external stakeholders
• Strong team player with experience working in diverse cross-functional teams
• Independent, results-oriented, and strategic working style with high standards of quality and organizational skills
• Ability to contribute to shaping the medical strategy through strategic and analytical thinking and market understanding
• Strong interest in scientific questions and knowledge sharing
• Knowledge of benefit assessments for pharmaceuticals (AMNOG) and experience in HTA dossier preparation is a plus
• Able to present complex topics in a clear, engaging, and professional manner
• Empathy, flexibility, and a strong sense of responsibility when interacting with scientific leaders
• Excellent communication skills in English are required; German language skills are preferred

Our Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Attractive compensation package (13 monthly salaries plus target bonus)
• Company pension scheme
• Holiday allowance (€1.200 per annum)
• 30 days annual leave
• Company car
• Employee benefits
• Company bike/bike leasing

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.

People with severe disabilities and their equivalents will be given preference if they are equally qualified.

Skills

Required Skills: Advisory Board Development, Healthcare Strategy, Health Technology Assessment (HTA), Key Opinion Leader Management, Medical Affairs, Ophthalmology, Scientific Communications, Scientific Engagement, Scientific Publications, Scientific Research, Symposia

Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE; Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

Other Information

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Employee Status: Regular

Relocation: No relocation

VISA Sponsorship: No

Travel Requirements: 25%

Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote

Shift: Not Indicated

Valid Driving License: Yes

Hazardous Material(s): N/A

Job Posting End Date: 10/26/2025

Requisition ID: R367363