Head of Medical Affairs - Pharma at ExecutiveCircle GmbH
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Qualifications and Requirements
* Mandatory: experience in gastroenterology and hepatology as well as in patient engagement
* Mandatory: team lead experience in medical affairs at an international (Europe, USA, Australia,…) level
* Mandatory: willing to work at least 3 days/week in the Freiburg office
Client
We partner with Dr. Falk Pharma, a family-owned business with a global presence, focusing on developing and marketing innovative medicines to treat a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders such as inflammatory bowel disease or eosinophilic esophagitis as well as hepatobiliary disorders.
Responsibilities
Falk Global Medical (GMED) bridges clinical development and commercial. We translate clinical science and communicate it externally and internally. GMED Affairs managers work closely with their tandem GMED Science partners. Affairs focus on the market, in permanent contact with HCPs, payers and patients; Science ensures the solid scientific basis by contributing medical‑scientific and compliance expertise. We seek a healthcare enthusiast and transformational leader who knows how to encourage, inspire and motivate the Affairs team to perform in ways that create meaningful change.
You will guide and empower the GMED‑A team to:
* Translate scientific content and clinical data into a logical, scientifically balanced, compelling medical story for appropriate audiences
* Lead the medical TA strategy within their indication as well as integrated development teams
* Establish medical advisory boards and conduct regular meetings with key external experts
* Give input and participate in scientific events and international stand‑alone symposia of the company
* Support the External Innovation, Development & Partnering department through medical evaluation and due diligence support concerning potential pipeline candidates
You will collaborate closely with Science & Innovation, Falk Foundation, Market Access, Commercial as well as with the medical heads of our affiliates and the most important distribution partners. Externally you will establish and manage relations to KOLs, patient organizations, regulatory and healthcare bodies, etc.
You will be responsible for
The global medical performance and contributing to strategic corporate objectives by driving medical excellence: setting and executing the global medical affairs strategy for the three therapeutic areas (IBD, EoE and HEP) and ensuring translation of the TA strategies into functional and brand planning and relevant medical deliverables.
Operating within a culture of ethical and compliant behaviour by ensuring optimal quality standards and adherence to legal compliance regulations, applicable company standards, policies and procedures.
Providing proactive and strategic input to the affiliates’ medical heads, cross‑functional affiliate teams and affiliate general managers.
Your Expertise and Qualification
* Degree in natural sciences, preferably medicine, pharmacy or biology/biochemistry, doctorate desirable
* At least >5 years of pharma industry and team lead experience in medical affairs at an international level
* Experience in gastroenterology and hepatology as well as in patient engagement is mandatory, experience in post‑approval named patient programs is clearly an advantage
* Independent and structured way of working, strong communication skills, empathetic and transparent personality. Clarity, accuracy and a transformational leadership style are natural for you
* Very good written and spoken English and German, other foreign languages such as French, Italian or Spanish are highly appreciated
* Proficiency in MS 365 applications, scientific literature databases, Prism Graph Pad or Adobe Illustrator knowledge is very welcome
How to Apply
Are you interested in the role of Global Head of Medical Affairs, and have the appropriate qualifications? Then please provide us with your application documents.
If this responsible task appeals to you, please send your complete application documentation including your salary expectations and availability by email to: talents@executivecircle.de. Our Managing Partner, Joachim Kerger, is also available for an initial conversation on +49 (0)89 20 70 42 250. We assure you of confidentiality, discretion and equal opportunity, and look forward to your approach as well as a personal discussion with you.
"We are looking forward to a discourse with you."
*always in the intention of (m/f/x)
Seniority Level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
* Full‑time
Job Function
* Sales, Marketing, and Business Development
Industries
* Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotechnology Research, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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