Medical Affairs Partner - Ophthalmology - 12 month FTC

Roche; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche UK is seeking a Medical Affairs Partner in Ophthalmology to drive strategic initiatives, translate science into insights, and collaborate with clinicians to improve patient outcomes. The role is a 12-month fixed-term contract within Roche Medical Affairs, focusing on global and local initiatives and stakeholder engagement.

You will leverage deep scientific expertise to shape partnerships, education, and strategy, while mentoring peers and coordinating with cross-functional teams across

Qualifications

• Scientific degree with Medical Affairs experience; NHS/clinical exposure is a plus.
• BroadMedical Affairs expertise: data generation, partnerships, education and strategy.
• Ability to engage with clinical teams to deliver value-added outcomes.
• Experience leading peers and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Strong appraisal and communication skills; simplify complex data for external audiences.
• Ophthalmology experience is advantageous but not required.

Skills

Medical Affairs

Stakeholder management

Clinical collaboration

Data insights

Ophthalmology knowledge

Education

Scientific degree

Job description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Imagine working for an organisation that puts people at the heart of everything they do, where your contributions directly impact patient outcomes. At Roche, our number one priority is our patients, and we believe that every person plays a key role in achieving this mission.

As a Medical Affairs Partner in Ophthalmology at Roche UK, you will be a vital part of our Medical Affairs Chapter. You will leverage your deep medical and scientific expertise to shape and drive strategic initiatives within the Ophthalmology therapy area, both locally and globally. This is your opportunity to make a difference and be part of a company dedicated to improving lives. This will be 12month fixed term contract.

Who you are

You are a passionate medical affairs expert with a clear vision for improving patient outcomes. You thrive in a collaborative environment and take pride in sharing your knowledge to help others grow. You are experienced in translating complex scientific data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. With a strong track record of building relationships with healthcare experts and influencers, you are ready to contribute to high-impact projects and collaborate across teams.

You also bring:

• A scientific university degree and relevant experience in Medical Affairs, with NHS/clinical experience where applicable.
• Broad expertise in medical affairs, including data & insight generation, scientific partnerships, medical education, and strategy.
• Proven ability to engage and collaborate with the clinical community to deliver value-adding outcomes.
• Experience in leading and mentoring peers, as well as managing stakeholder relationships.
• Strong critical appraisal and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex information for external audiences.
• Specific experience in Ophthalmology, is advantageous but not a requirement for this role.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100'000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let's build a healthier future, together.

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