Job Description:

We are seeking a Medical Advisor to lead the development and execution of the country Medical Affairs strategic plan, with a primary focus on vaccines. This role will play a critical part in shaping medical strategy, strengthening external scientific relationships, and supporting evidence generation and issue resolution. The Medical Advisor is expected to spend up to 50% of their time in external engagements.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to build trust within the medical and scientific community, facilitate peer-to-peer scientific exchange, and help ensure the delivery of balanced, non-promotional scientific information in line with company standards and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic and Tactical Leadership

• Consolidate actionable medical insights to inform company strategy

• Translate global medical goals and strategies into local tactics that support scientific exchange, patient outcomes, and access

• Adapt tactical plans to local business realities and priorities

• Follow up on Investigator-Initiated Study (IIS) proposals aligned with our company’s ISS Program areas of interest

• Collaborate with research laboratories and Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO) colleagues to identify potential investigators for clinical development programs

• Support the delivery of data generation activities across Phases I-IV, including identifying research projects, centers, investigators, and innovative methods to generate data

• Provide balanced, reliable, non-promotional scientific information in accordance with company standards and local regulations

Medical and Scientific Leadership

• Bring local scientific and healthcare environment insights to the Regional Medical Affairs team

• Communicate scientific and business needs clearly and effectively across internal and external stakeholders

• Build trust with the external scientific community through peer-to-peer exchange, research collaborations, educational initiatives, and engagement with scientific societies, health organizations, and publications

• Deliver therapeutic and functional training to assigned teams and affiliate functions

• Develop and execute country medical education programs and symposia

• Lead country advisory boards and expert input forums

• Participate in professional organizations and academic/regulatory working groups

Regulatory and Market Access Support

• Collaborate in resolving regulatory, public relations, compliance, and other asset-related issues

• Support the resolution of asset safety and quality issues, including content and strategy for regulatory responses, risk management planning, and implementation

• Provide access support as needed, including health technology assessment, pre-license patient access, and reimbursement dossier development

Inclusive Mindset and Behavior

• Demonstrate commitment to a culture of belonging, inclusion, equity, and empowerment

• Lead by example and serve as a role model for building and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• MD, PhD, or PharmD

• 2–3 years of clinical and/or research experience in a relevant disease area

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking, and presentation skills

• Fluency in local language and English, both spoken and written

• Experience with local pharmaceutical industry guidelines, regulatory/reimbursement frameworks, and clinical research guidelines

• Strong prioritization skills and the ability to understand broader corporate strategy

• Demonstrated ability to develop a network of scientific leaders and key stakeholders, including public groups, government officials, and medical professional organizations

• Proven ability to communicate effectively at country management level

• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions in a matrix environment

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic and innovative team committed to improving patient outcomes in vaccines

• Work in a role with autonomy, strategic impact, and cross-functional collaboration

• Contribute to addressing unmet medical needs through science-driven business solutions

• Enjoy a competitive salary from 5000 EUR gross and benefits package

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for a person who is scientifically rigorous, highly collaborative, and passionate about advancing patient care through evidence, education, and external partnership. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a meaningful impact in vaccines, this could be the right opportunity for you.

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