Medical Affairs Leader: Launch Strategy & Stakeholders

8275-Johnson & Johnson Sdn. Bhd. Legal Entity; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Medical Affairs leader within the Medical Affairs group. You will lead advisory, scientific exchanges, and collaborations with internal teams to translate insights into local medical plans.

The ideal candidate has a medical or science background, with a PhD or MD preferred, and at least 5 years in industry with 3 years in Medical Affairs; experience in R&D is advantageous. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate has medical or science background (pharmacy, life-science/biotechnology).
• PhD or Medical Doctor qualifications preferred.
• At least 5 years industry experience with minimum 3 years in Medical Affairs; able to execute standard medical affairs activities independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead launch readiness and lifecycle execution, translating scientific insights and evidence gaps into clear local medical plans and priorities.
• Provide scientific expertise and support to internal and external stakeholders across the assigned therapeutic area.
• Partner with regional and local Medical Affairs, Medical Education, Commercial, Regulatory, Market Access and Clinical Operations teams to align strategy and execution.
• Build trusted scientific relationships with external experts, investigators, professional societies and other relevant stakeholders.
• Plan and deliver advisory boards, scientific exchange, medical education and internal capability-building activities.
• Serve as the scientific lead for Medical Affairs studies.
• Review and approve promotional, educational, labelling and training materials in line with local requirements.
• Lead and develop direct reports through coaching, performance management and capability building.
• Manage delivery, budgets, risks and timelines in compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements and industry codes.

Skills

Analytical Reasoning

Budget Management

Clinical Research and Regulations

Clinical Trials Operations

Communication

Compliance Management

Developing Others

Digital Culture

Digital Literacy

Healthcare Trends

Inclusive Leadership

Leadership

Medical Affairs

Medical Communications

Medical Compliance

Product Strategies

Program Management

Strategic Thinking

Team Management

Training People

Education

PhD or Medical Doctor qualifications preferred

Job description

Johnson & Johnson in Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Medical Affairs leader within the Medical Affairs group. You will lead advisory, scientific exchanges, and collaborations with internal teams to translate insights into local medical plans.

The ideal candidate has a medical or science background, with a PhD or MD preferred, and at least 5 years in industry with 3 years in Medical Affairs; experience in R&D is advantageous. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are essential.