Medical Manager Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)

Novo Nordisk A / S; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk seeks a Medical Manager in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to drive patient care advancements in Sickle Cell Disease. The role involves developing medical strategies, engaging healthcare professionals, and collaborating with internal teams to position Novo Nordisk as a leader in SCD therapy. Qualified candidates should possess an MD and at least 5 years in the pharmaceutical industry, demonstrating strong managerial and analytical abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in medical affairs in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience with rare diseases or sickle cell disease preferred.
• Proven success in multinational pharmaceutical environments.

Responsibilities

• Identify unmet patient needs and develop medical strategies.
• Collaborate with medical teams and lead educational initiatives.
• Act as a strategic interface between internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic mindset

Analytical skills

Fluent in English

Education

Medical degree (MD)

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients with rare diseases? Do you have the expertise to shape medical strategies and build strong relationships with healthcare professionals? If you are ready to take on a pivotal role in advancing care for Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) patients, we invite you to join Novo Nordisk as a Medical Manager based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, andreporting to the Senior Medical and Clinical Director.

Apply today for a life-changing career.

The Position

As a Medical Manager, you will be pivotal in cultivating strong internal and external relationships to advance patient care and positioning Novo Nordisk as a pioneer in the SCD therapy area through a comprehensive understanding of clinical care pathways, treatment landscapes, and cross-functional collaborations, ensuring compliance with medical regulations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Identify unmet needs of patients and physicians to improve patient outcomes.
• Develop and implement insights-driven medical strategies aligned with cross-functional and global objectives.
• Collaborate with field medical teams to engage KOLs and healthcare organizations, and lead advisory boards, symposia, and educational initiatives.
• Act as a strategic interface between internal stakeholders (e.g., marketing, clinical development, market access, HEOR, regulatory) and external partners.
• Lead training sessions for commercial teams and ensure strong execution of key medical activities across Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region.

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with the following qualifications :

• A medical degree (MD) is required, with at least 5 years of experience in the medical affairs field in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrated success in roles within multinational pharmaceutical companies.
• Background in rare diseases and / or sickle cell disease (SCD) is an advantage.
• Strong strategic and analytical mindset with proven stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.

About the department

Based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and reporting to the Senior Medical and Clinical Director, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team dedicated to advancing patient care in the Rare Disease therapy area. Rare Disease Portfolio is divided into the Rare Endocrine Disorders and the Rare Blood Disorders. We aspire to launch innovative medications for patients who live with SCD in the future. The department is committed to cultivating strong internal and external relationships, ensuring compliance with medical regulations, and positioning Novo Nordisk as a pioneer in SCD treatment. The atmosphere is fast-paced and purpose-driven, with a focus on cross-functional collaboration and delivering meaningful outcomes for patients.