US Head, Medical Affairs

Page Executive; United Kingdom; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading global pharmaceutical company is looking for a US Head of Medical Affairs to develop strategies for hospital-based antibiotics. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of medical affairs experience and expertise in engaging key opinion leaders. This position offers a salary range of $250,000 to $365,000, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. Apply now to join this innovative team.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus of 20-25%

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Innovative working environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of medical affairs experience in the US market.
• Proven ability to engage KOLs and lead clinical research.
• Deep understanding of antimicrobial resistance.
• Experience in health economics and outcomes research.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute medical strategy for hospital antibiotics.
• Manage a team of medical professionals.
• Build relationships with healthcare professionals.
• Create medical education programs.
• Work cross-functionally with various teams.
• Ensure compliance with FDA standards.

Skills

Medical Affairs expertise

Engagement with KOLs

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of antibiotics stewardship

Health economics knowledge

Education

Advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD)

Job description

• Shape medical strategy in the US for cutting-edge hospital antibiotics.
• Partner with KOLs to shape hospital standards and improve patient care.

About Our Client

Our client is a global pharmaceutical company focused on advancing next-generation hospital-based antibiotics and combating antimicrobial resistance through innovative medical strategies.

Job Description

• Develop and execute medical strategy for hospital-based antibiotics in the US.
• Build, manage and mentor a team of medical professionals to achieve departmental goals through clinical research initiatives, including post-marketing and RWE studies.
• Build strong relationships with KOLs and hospital-based healthcare professionals.
• Create and deliver medical education programs for internal and external stakeholders.
• Partner cross-functionally with Market Access, Regulatory, and Commercial teams.
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations and industry standards in all medical activities.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on a candidate's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful US Head, Medical Affairs should have:

• At least 10 years of medical affairs experience, including US market oversight experience.
• Proven ability to engage with KOLs and head clinical research initiatives.
• Deep knowledge of antibiotics stewardship and antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
• Strong strategic thinking thinking with experience in health economics and outcomes research (HEOR).
• Excellent communication skills and a deep knowledge of US healthcare systems.
• An advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) with infectious disease specialization or board certification desired.

What's on Offer

• Salary range of $250,000 to $365,000 USD.
• Performance-based bonus of 20-25%.
• Comprehensive health insurance and additional benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Opportunities to work in a unified and innovative environment within the Life Sciences industry.

If you're ready for a critical executive role and to make a significant impact addressing unmet needs with next-generation antibiotics, apply now to join this exceptional opportunity.