Manager - Medical Affairs

bioMérieux; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

bioMérieux in Bengaluru/Bangalore is seeking a Manager of Medical Affairs to lead scientific communications, engage key opinion leaders, and advance educational initiatives across clinical microbiology and infectious disease domains.

The role emphasizes building external relationships, identifying research opportunities, and supporting product evaluations while aligning with corporate strategy and global standards.

Qualifications

• MBBS with MD/DNB in Microbiology or Infectious Disease or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in medical affairs or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to publish articles.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth scientific, clinical, health economic and educational information to external customers.
• Develop relationships with Key Opinion Leaders, Clinicians, antimicrobial stewards and infection control teams.
• Support brand strategy with medical insights from clinician interactions and communicate back to leadership.
• Provide training to internal teams on medical, scientific, and technical issues.
• Attend professional meetings and conferences to gather and report strategic information.

Skills

Article writing

Clinical exposure

Written & verbal communication

KOL access

Education

MBBS & MD/DNB in Microbiology or ID

Job description

Job Description

About Us

At bioMérieux, we have been dedicated to making the world a healthier place for nearly 60 years. Throughout our global presence, we have continuously imagined and developed innovative diagnostic solutions to enhance the health of patients and consumers. As a family-owned company, bioMérieux has evolved into a world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics. Our entrepreneurial journey, which began over a century ago, is fueled by an unwavering commitment to improve public health on a global scale and contribute to a healthier world.

bioMerieux India

We are proud to be a 100% subsidiary of bioMérieux SA, based in Marcy LEtoile, France, and have been serving the Indian market for over 25 years. With our comprehensive diagnostic solutions in clinical microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, and industrial microbiology, we cater to over 5000+ customers. Our offerings provide essential information to healthcare professionals and industry players, addressing critical areas such as antimicrobial resistance, sepsis, acute care syndromic approaches, and food safety. Through these efforts, we aim to protect the health of patients and consumers. By joining bioMérieux, you become a part of an innovative company with a long-term vision, deeply committed to serving public health. Our corporate culture emphasizes a humanistic approach, and we are driven by a pioneering spirit.

We seek candidates who are motivated to invest in themselves, contribute to future projects, and be part of a collective adventure led by a pioneering spirit. Join us as we work towards a healthier future for all.

Position: Manager- Medical Affairs

Education: MBBS & MD/DNB In Microbiology or Infectious Disease Training or similar educational qualification

Experience: 3+ years of experience in a similar role

Location: Bangalore / Hyderabad

Reporting to: Head – Medical Affairs

Primary Purpose and Overall Objective of the Job

1. Provide in-depth scientific, clinical, health economic and educational information to external customers (clinical & lab-based) and other potential stakeholders in support of company goals and initiatives.
2. Work to identify, engage and develop long term relationships with current and rising thought leaders in infectious disease, laboratory medicine, critical care and other relevant specialties. Additional interactions will include key institutional personnel within laboratory, infection control, pharmacy and C-suite.
3. Responsible for the identification of research and allied educational opportunities and ensure completion within the defined timeline.
4. Management of product evaluations to demonstrate applications and performance specifications as and when required by local or corporate teams for meeting business objectives.
5. Be knowledgeable in the appropriate medical literature in order to facilitate a clear and succinct discussion of the clinical outcome and value characteristics of portfolio products and competitors.

Job Description

• Actively participate in different medical and scientific forums in order to provide in-depth scientific, clinical, health economic and educational information to external customers and other potential stakeholders.
• Identify and develop professional relationships with Key Opinion Leaders, Clinicians, Antimicrobial Stewards, Infection Control teams and Institutional Leadership.
• Utilize insights from clinician interactions to ensure that brand strategy maximizes the medical benefits for patients and physicians.
• Communicate key information and important case studies gathered from customer interactions back to bioMerieux leadership and document appropriately.
• Be a resource for bioMerieux Customer Facing team as requested.
• Provide training to internal team on medical, scientific, and technical issues.
• Understanding diagnostic concepts and application to the clinical setting.
• Conduct discussions with external investigators to identify potential research gaps and contribute as required.
• Provide support to Speaker and Sales Training programs and Advisory Board meetings as needed.
• Attend pertinent sessions at professional meetings and report back information of strategic interest.
• Provide Medical Affairs support at professional meetings including Conferences.
• Collaborate with other functions and associates as appropriate.
• Stay up-to-date on appropriate disease state and clinical information, product data, and competitor landscape.

Skills and Qualifications

1. Demonstrated ability to write/publish articles in peer reviewed journals.
2. Direct diagnostic laboratory experience with clinical exposure is preferred.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4. Access to KOLs.

Scope and Resources Accountability, typical Performance Indicators

1. Effective delivery of the scientific communication strategies.
2. Creation and nurturing of a pool of relevant KOLs to help drive medical education.
3. Actively support in evidence/data generation.
4. Efficient management of all product evaluations as required by local or corporate teams to ensure that objectives for such evaluations are met in a smooth and timely manner.