Strategic Medical Affairs Lead - KOL Engagement

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

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Relocation assistance

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

KOL engagement

Medical strategy

Medical content

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

MD/DO

PhD life sciences

Job description

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.