Medical Lead Hematology Germany

APX Life Sciences; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

APX Life Sciences is seeking a Medical Lead for Germany to shape and execute the local medical strategy across specialist therapies. You will act as a medical and scientific expert, supporting existing products and upcoming launches, collaborating with regional and global Medical Affairs teams to establish the company's medical presence in Germany.

The role combines strategic medical leadership with hands-on execution, external stakeholder engagement, and launch planning to advance patient

Qualifications

• Significant Medical Affairs experience within a specialist therapeutic area, supported by a network of key medical experts across Germany and German-speaking markets.
• Previous leadership experience, including development and management of growing Medical Affairs teams.
• Experience supporting product launches within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• An advanced scientific or medical degree (MD/PhD/PharmD) with at least five years in the industry.
• A proactive, self-starting approach with accountability.
• Willingness to travel regularly to engage external stakeholders and support medical activities.
• Strong track record in strategic launch planning and execution, including pre-launch initiatives.
• Solid scientific or clinical background enabling meaningful scientific exchange.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional decision-making.
• Fluency in German and English.
• Genuine commitment to improving patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical advocacy and scientific engagement to support appropriate use of therapies.
• Develop and deliver clear scientific communications aligned with medical and brand strategies.
• Lead and manage the local Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team and Medical Advisors.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key medical experts, investigators, and opinion leaders in Germany.
• Provide strategic direction while hands-on in planning local medical activities with regional/global teams.
• Lead coordination of pre-launch and pre‑reimbursement activities for upcoming products.
• Support patient access initiatives addressing unmet medical needs.
• Provide medical input into local regulatory approval, reimbursement and market access processes.
• Partner with Clinical Development to engage investigators and trial sites.
• Oversee unsolicited investigator-sponsored research proposals and ongoing projects.
• Ensure pharmacovigilance and risk-management activities comply with local/European requirements.
• Maintain high standards of medical governance, compliance, and ethics.

Skills

Medical leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Launch planning

Strategic medical planning

MSL team leadership

Scientific communication

Regulatory input

Deutsch/English fluency

Education

MD/PhD/PharmD

Job description

APX Life Sciences is working with an established, international pharmaceutical company with a growing portfolio of innovative therapies and a strong focus on addressing unmet medical needs.

The organisation is expanding its presence across specialist therapeutic areas and investing in the development and launch of new treatments. With an established international footprint and a growing pipeline, the company offers an opportunity to contribute to the development of its medical strategy and strengthen its position in the German market.

As Medical Lead for Germany, you will play a key role in shaping and executing the local medical strategy across a portfolio of specialist therapies.

You will act as a medical and scientific expert, supporting the success of existing products and preparing for upcoming launches. Working closely with the local, regional and global Medical Affairs teams, and other cross-functional stakeholders, you will help establish the company's medical presence in Germany.

The role combines strategic medical leadership with hands‑on execution, external stakeholder engagement, team leadership and launch planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead medical advocacy and scientific engagement activities to support the appropriate use of the company's therapies.
• Develop and deliver clear, compelling scientific communications aligned with the broader medical and brand strategies.
• Lead, develop and manage the local Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team and Medical Advisors.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with key medical experts, investigators and opinion leaders across relevant specialist therapeutic areas.
• Provide strategic direction while remaining hands‑on in the planning and execution of local medical activities, in collaboration with regional and global Medical Affairs teams.
• Lead and coordinate pre‑launch and pre‑reimbursement activities for upcoming products and indications.
• Support patient access initiatives designed to address significant unmet medical needs.
• Provide medical expertise and input into local regulatory approval, reimbursement and market access processes.
• Partner with Clinical Development and Clinical Operations to identify and engage investigators, clinical experts and trial sites supporting the development of new therapies.
• Oversee the assessment, management and internal coordination of unsolicited investigator‑sponsored research proposals and ongoing projects.
• Ensure pharmacovigilance and risk‑management activities are appropriately planned and implemented in accordance with applicable local and European requirements.
• Maintain high standards of medical governance, legal compliance and ethical conduct across all medical activities.

Desired Skills, Experience and Attributes

• Significant Medical Affairs experience within a specialist therapeutic area, supported by an established network of key medical experts across Germany and German‑speaking markets.
• Previous leadership experience, ideally including the development and management of growing Medical Affairs teams.
• Experience supporting product launches within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• An advanced scientific or medical degree, such as an MD, PhD or PharmD, is preferred, alongside at least five years of relevant industry experience.
• A proactive, self‑starting approach, with strong personal drive and accountability.
• Willingness to travel regularly to engage with external stakeholders and support medical activities.
• A strong track record in strategic launch planning and execution, including pre‑launch initiatives.
• A solid scientific or clinical background, enabling meaningful scientific exchange with internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment, anticipate challenges and adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to cross‑functional decision‑making.
• Fluency in both German and English.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for patients and caregivers.