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Medical Director

Jazz Pharmaceuticals

London

Remote

GBP 95,000 - 130,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

A leading global biopharma company is seeking a Medical Director to lead its European and International Medical Affairs strategy. The role focuses on cross-functional collaboration, scientific leadership, and compliance with rigorous regulatory standards within the field of oncology and neuroscience.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible paid vacation

Qualifications

Proven track record of launching new products in Specialty medicine, especially in Solid Tumour.
Medical affairs experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of the EUR/INT medical affairs GEA strategy.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal frameworks.

Skills

Excellent presentation skills

Strong communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to understand detailed science

Education

Strong preference for a medical doctor/pharmacist

PhD or higher science degree

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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit www.jazzpharmaceuticals.com for more information.

This is a remote role

Summary

The Medical Affairs Director will lead the development and execution of the Europe and International (EUR/INT) Medical Affairs GEA strategy. They will work with the Senior Medical Director and support them in developing the Scientific Strategy. This role critical to the future success of the organisation.

As a key member of the EUR/INT Therapy Area Brand Team, the role will demand high levels of cross functional collaboration.

The incumbent has responsibility for ensuring all activities are executed in

accordance with regulatory and legal frameworks including but not limited to ABPI, EFPIA and GCP regulations as well as Jazz Pharmaceuticals Policies and Healthcare compliance procedures.

Essential Functions

Review and critically appraise scientific literature to identify key drivers that differentiate Jazz in GEA and work with cross functional members to create the overall brand strategy and tactical implementation plans
Ensure the EUR/INT KOL and educational activities are of a high scientific quality and coordinated
The incumbent will develop and maintain a high level of knowledge of GEA and related diseases in order to position him/herself as an expert in the field
Act as GEA subject matter expert and facilitate knowledge transfer to country medical teams and country commercial teams
Lead and contribute to the regional understanding of the competitive landscape in GEA and communicate intelligence to the medical and marketing team as appropriate
Lead the team in the creation of training material and other scientific materials in collaboration with marketing and other appropriate internal stakeholders
As a scientific authority support the associate medical director(s) in their review and approve medical content in promotional and non- promotional materials

Strategic and Tactical Planning

Lead the development and implementation of the EUR/INT medical affairs GEA strategy aligned to commercial growth drivers

Data Generation and Publication Planning

Lead development of GEA IEGP / publication plans ensuring that the needs of the EUR/INT data generation are covered
Lead the publication of customer initiated data or reviews in line with Jazz GEA strategy
Obtain the approval and implementation of these projects in line with relevant pharmaceutical regulations and Jazz SOPs as appropriate
Lead the development and execution of GEA study plans to provide post marketing data to support the portfolio

External Relationships

Guide & support the solid tumor team to interact and liaise with national and international KOLs in the field of GEA
Guide & support development of EUR/INT KOL advocacy through provision of scientific and clinical information with the regional and country teams
Deliver non-promotional clinical/scientific presentations relating to Jazz’s GEA portfolio and its development or differentiation as required
Attend appropriate scientific congresses to stay abreast of developments as agreed by the senior medical director, soild tumour

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Able to understand the detailed science and clinical aspects of the Solid Tumour portfolio
Excellent presentation skills, strong interpersonal skills
Excellent command of spoken English
Proven track record of launching new products in Specialty medicine, preferably in Solid Tumour
Strong communication skills to facilitate collaboration at all levels of the organisation as well as with external customers
Able to demonstrate clear understanding and experience of competitive study design and execution
Willingness to travel frequently
Excellent work ethic and demonstrates ability to matrix manage and work well in a cross functional team
Proficiency in computer skills
Experience in medical affairs, including regional experience

Required/Preferred Education And Licenses

Strong preference for a medical doctor/pharmacist, ideally with experience in Solid Tumour
PhD or higher science degree
Preferred medical affairs experience
Experience of working in a regional medical affairs role is highly desirable
Good understanding of healthcare systems and the needs of payors

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here: https://careers.jazzpharma.com/benefits.html.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Director

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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