Medical Advisor

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical organization is seeking a Medical Affairs Advisor for a 1-year fixed-term contract. The role involves acting as a key link between the medical team and external stakeholders, shaping the medical strategy for products in Rare Diseases. The successful candidate will provide scientific expertise, manage relationships with healthcare professionals, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• A scientific or clinical degree (e.g., BSc, MSc, PhD, PharmD, MD) is essential.
• Prior experience in a Medical Affairs role is required.
• Strong understanding of the European healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic medical partner within cross-functional brand teams.
• Develop relationships with healthcare professionals and payers.
• Attend medical events and symposia.

Skills

Scientific expertise

Clinical insights

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Education

BSc, MSc, PhD, PharmD, MD

Job description

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Medical Affairs Advisor – European Focus - Fixed Term Contract (1 year)

Overview

A leading pharmaceutical organisation is looking for a Medical Affairs Advisor to join it's European medical team. Supporting the Medical Director, this is person will act as a key conduit between the external healthcare environment and internal business functions.

This position will play a critical role in shaping and implementing the medical strategy for both marketed products and pipeline assets, while ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted source of scientific and clinical expertise for internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic medical partner within cross-functional brand teams, providing scientific insights and shaping the direction of assets in Rare Diseases.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders including healthcare professionals, payers, policy makers, and patient advocacy groups.
• Contribute to the creation and execution of the annual Regional Medical Plan, ensuring alignment with global strategies and objectives.
• Attend medical events, congresses, symposia and advisory boards.
• Liaising with external vendors (such as medical communications agencies).
• Collaborate with the European Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, Pharmacovigilance, and Health Outcomes teams to support integrated regional activities.
• Review and approve medical materials, ensuring compliance with industry codes and regulations.
• Respond to scientific inquiries from healthcare professionals, providing high-quality and timely data and insights.
• Support evidence generation planning, clinical research initiatives, and publication development in alignment with market needs.
• Assist in the feasibility and execution of clinical trials, including site selection and engagement with external experts.
• Uphold regulatory, ethical, and corporate compliance standards.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A scientific or clinical degree (e.g., BSc, MSc, PhD, PharmD, MD) is essential.
• Prior experience in a Medical Affairs role within the pharmaceutical industry at a European level is required.
• Strong understanding of the European healthcare environment and clinical practices.
• In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical industry codes of practice (e.g., ABPI, EFPIA, IFPMA).
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, manage multiple priorities, and operate in a results-driven setting.
• Rare Diseases expertise is preferred but not essential.