Global Medical Lead

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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

United As One for Patients, our purpose in Healthcare is to help create, improve and prolong lives. We develop medicines, intelligent devices and innovative technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology and Fertility. Our teams work together across 6 continents with passion and relentless curiosity in order to help patients at every stage of life. Joining our Healthcare team is becoming part of a diverse, inclusive and flexible working culture, presenting great opportunities for personal development and career advancement across the globe.

Your Role:

We are looking for a Global Medical Lead to drive the medical strategy for early pipeline assets, including biomarker strategy. This role will focus on building the clinical and patient value proposition while identifying associated evidence generation requirements. The successful candidate will also contribute to business development decision-making for potential asset acquisitions. Location: Role is 100% remote, but location in EST timezone highly preferred.

Value Creation and Impact:
This position will significantly impact the Global Business Function (GBF) and the overall financial performance and strategy of EMD Serono.

Expertise Required:

• High complexity in geographical and cultural interactions
• High innovation requirements due to the rapid pace of change
• Medium potential for market growth within the managed portfolio

Main Accountabilities:

• Drive Medical Strategy and Planning:
  • Develop and implement the medical strategy and planning for early pipeline assets, including biomarker strategies, in alignment with the Head of Medical, Early Pipeline & Business Development (BD)
  • Lead the evidence generation strategy for multiple early assets and indications, ensuring alignment with the Head of Medical
  • Represent Company Oncology in cross-functional asset forums (e.g., Global Project Teams) in collaboration with the Head of Medical, Early Pipeline & BD
• Business Development:
  • Provide medical input to business development opportunity assessments regarding asset value propositions, healthcare gaps, opportunities, and evidence requirements for successful clinical uptake
  • Network and collaborate externally to identify and secure new asset acquisition opportunities
  • Lead the development of medical plans for early pipeline assets and indications, establishing a clear narrative from strategic imperatives to medical priorities and tactics
• Evidence Generation:
  • Lead medical input for the development of evidence generation strategies
  • Contribute to company-sponsored studies and observational studies to address identified evidence gaps.
  • Propose and monitor early access and compassionate use programs as applicable
• Scientific Engagement and Insights:
  • Develop and execute customized engagement plans, leveraging medical communications content in line with defined medical strategy
  • Engage with tier 1 Key Thought Leaders (KTLs) and Disease Thought Leaders (DTLs)
  • Conduct Clinical Development-focused advisory boards in alignment with the Head of Medical, Early Pipeline & BD
• Other Responsibilities:
  • Develop grant and preceptorship strategies as applicable
  • Deliver training to Global Medical Teams (GMT) on medical content, treatment paradigms, and unmet medical needs

• Key Relationships:

• Collaborate with Medical Communications Lead, Medical Market Lead, Project Manager, and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and effective strategy execution.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MD or equivalent) required.
• 8 years of relevant experience in Medical Affairs and Biomarker Strategy, with 5 years in related clinical practice.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in senior leadership roles in Medical Affairs preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical trials, oncology both at global and market level.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

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