Remote Senior Medical Affairs Specialist - Infectious Diseases

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Remote work equipment provided

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Medical Affairs Specialist specializing in Infectious Diseases. This remote role focuses on developing medical strategy, engaging with KOLs and HCPs, and disseminating scientific information for infectious disease programs.

You will lead medical education initiatives, collaborate with R&D, regulatory, and commercial teams, and provide trial support with protocol input and investigator engagement, ensuring compliance and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in medical affairs, clinical research, or related role in pharma/biotech with infectious diseases focus.
• Remote work capability and self-motivation for independent contribution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, ability to present complex medical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic medical affairs plans for infectious disease products.
• Identify, engage and build relationships with KOLs and HCPs.
• Generate and disseminate high-quality scientific information via publications, presentations, and advisory boards.
• Support medical education programs and resources for HCPs.
• Collaborate with R&D, commercial, and regulatory to align product strategy.
• Provide scientific input for clinical trials and investigator engagement.
• Stay current with literature, guidelines, and market trends in infectious diseases.
• Monitor and report adverse events and safety information.

Skills

KOL engagement

HCP engagement

Medical communications

Strategic planning

Remote work self-management

Education

Advanced life sciences degree (Pharm.D./Ph.D./M.D.)

Tools

Medical databases

Scientific platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking pharmaceutical company renowned for its commitment to global health, is seeking an experienced Senior Medical Affairs Specialist with a specialization in Infectious Diseases. This position is entirely remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will play a crucial role in developing and executing medical strategy, engaging with key opinion leaders (KOLs), and disseminating scientific information related to our client's portfolio of innovative treatments. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated professional to drive medical excellence in a critical therapeutic area, working flexibly and remotely. You will be instrumental in shaping medical communication and support for infectious disease programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic medical affairs plans for infectious disease products, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Identify, engage, and build strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals (HCPs) in the infectious disease field.
• Generate and disseminate high-quality scientific and medical information through various channels, including publications, presentations, and advisory boards.
• Support the development of medical education programs and resources for HCPs.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including R&D, commercial, and regulatory affairs, to ensure a unified approach to product strategy.
• Provide scientific and medical expertise for clinical trial support, including protocol development input and investigator engagement.
• Stay current with the latest scientific literature, clinical guidelines, and market trends in infectious diseases.
• Monitor and report on adverse events and product safety information as required.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent) in a relevant life science or medical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in medical affairs, clinical research, or a related role within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with a strong focus on infectious diseases.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with KOLs and HCPs.
• Excellent understanding of medical affairs principles, clinical trial processes, and regulatory guidelines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for presenting complex medical information clearly and concisely.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning capabilities.
• Self-motivated and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a remote work environment.
• Proficiency in relevant scientific databases and medical communication platforms.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and opportunities for professional development. As this is a remote position, you will benefit from the flexibility and autonomy of working from home, with all necessary equipment and support provided. You will be part of a global team dedicated to improving patient outcomes in infectious diseases.