APAC Medical Director - Clinical Strategy & Trials Lead

Abbott; Singapore; On-site; SGD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Area Medical Director to lead the APAC Medical Affairs team. Responsibilities include overseeing clinical trials, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring strategic alignment with global objectives. Ideal candidates should possess a medical degree and significant leadership experience in Laboratory or Transfusion Medicine. This role offers a full-time employment opportunity with a focus on medical and scientific affairs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of post-training experience in Laboratory Medicine or 5 years in Transfusion Medicine.
• Fluent in English.
• Proven strategic execution capabilities in complex organizations.
• Strong leadership experience managing diverse high-performing teams.
• Deep understanding of APAC and global regulatory environments, clinical research, and quality systems.
• Medical board certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the APAC Medical Affairs team ensuring alignment with global strategy.
• Oversee planning and execution of clinical trials supporting new product launches.
• Drive investigator-initiated and collaborative research studies.
• Develop and deliver internal and external educational content (e.g. symposiums, webinars).
• Monitor product safety and adverse event reporting ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Represent a leading healthcare company in the APAC and global medical community.
• Collaborate closely with commercial and marketing teams.
• Act as a liaison with external partners under licensing agreements.

Skills

EMR Systems

Post Residency Experience

Occupational Health Experience

Clinical Research

Managed Care

Primary Care Experience

Medical Management

Utilization Management

Clinical Development

Clinical Trials

Leadership Experience

Medicare

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D. or equivalent)

Job description

A leading healthcare company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Area Medical Director to lead the APAC Medical Affairs team. Responsibilities include overseeing clinical trials, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring strategic alignment with global objectives. Ideal candidates should possess a medical degree and significant leadership experience in Laboratory or Transfusion Medicine. This role offers a full-time employment opportunity with a focus on medical and scientific affairs.