Medical Affairs Manager

Placements24; Durban; Vor Ort; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Executive bonus

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Relocation assistance

Leadership opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Durban seeks a seasoned Medical Affairs Manager to lead medical strategy initiatives and liaise with key opinion leaders. You will shape medical communications, support product development, and ensure scientific integrity across functions.

You will collaborate with R&D, regulatory and commercial teams to align strategies, monitor landscape shifts, and guide educational materials while upholding rigorous regulatory compliance.

Qualifikationen

• MD/DO or PhD in life sciences required.
• Minimum 5 years in medical affairs or related role.
• Proven track record in medical affairs strategies.
• Experience in oncology or specialized areas is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute medical affairs plans aligned with strategies.
• Engage with key opinion leaders and medical experts.
• Oversee development of scientific content including publications and presentations.
• Provide medical expertise to cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, clinical ops).
• Ensure regulatory compliance in all medical affairs activities.
• Monitor landscape for trends and opportunities.

Kenntnisse

KOL engagement

Medical strategy

Medical content

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Ausbildung

MD/DO

PhD life sciences

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Medical Affairs Manager to lead their medical strategy initiatives in Durban . This pivotal role involves engaging with key opinion leaders (KOLs), developing medical communication plans, and ensuring the scientific and medical integrity of the company's products. You will be a key liaison between the company's R&D, commercial, and regulatory teams, providing critical medical insights to shape product development and market positioning. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the therapeutic landscape from a prominent coastal city.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive medical affairs plans aligned with company objectives and therapeutic area strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and medical experts.
• Oversee the development and review of scientific and medical content, including publications, presentations, and educational materials.
• Provide medical expertise and support to cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and clinical operations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations and ethical standards in all medical affairs activities.
• Monitor the scientific and clinical landscape, identifying new trends and opportunities.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MD, DO) or equivalent, or a PhD in a relevant life science field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in medical affairs or a related role within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful medical affairs strategies.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with medical professionals.
• Experience in oncology or other specialized therapeutic areas is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Opportunities for leadership and career advancement in a growing pharmaceutical company.