Country Medical Head at Medison Pharma

Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Affairs, Strategic Direction, Operational Excellence, Product Portfolio Oversight, Team Leadership, Scientific Expertise, KOL Engagement, Market Access, Clinical Research, Compliance, Budget Development, Cross-functional Collaboration, Data Interpretation, Presentation Skills, Stakeholder Management, Rare Diseases

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Medison offers hope to patients suffering from rare and severe diseases, by forming partnerships with emerging biotech companies to accelerate access to highly innovative therapies in international markets. As the creator and leader of the global partnership category in the pharma industry, we strive to be Always Ahead, and work relentlessly to bring therapy to patients in need, no matter where they live. Our values are at the core of every action we take, and we are committed to going above and beyond for the benefit of the patients we serve. We are a dynamic, fast-paced company, operating in over 34 countries across 5 continents. We are looking for out-of-the-box thinkers, people who are passionate, caring, agile and adaptive, to join us on our mission. If you are looking to make a difference in people's lives, we invite you to join us! The Country Medical Head is the senior‑most medical leader in Hungary, responsible for both the strategic direction and operational excellence of the Medical Affairs function. This role oversees all medical activities for the assigned product portfolio, providing expert medical guidance and educational support to marketing teams and cross‑functional partners. The Country Medical Head leads, develops, and empowers the Medical Affairs Managers (MAMs) and Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs), ensuring high scientific standards and impactful external engagement. As the organization’s medical expert in Hungary, the Country Medical Head builds and nurtures strategic, peer‑level partnerships with Healthcare Professionals (HCPs), advancing scientific understanding and supporting the appropriate use of medicines to improve patient outcomes. This position reports to the Cluster Medical Head, works in close collaboration with the Country Manager, and serves as an active member of the Country Leadership Team. Responsibilities Provide deep medical expertise across relevant therapeutic areas, ensuring continuous awareness of scientific and clinical developments and effectively disseminating updates to Medical Affairs and, where appropriate, to commercial teams. Lead, coach, and develop a team of Medical Affairs Managers (MAMs) and/or Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs), including recruitment, engagement, performance eanagement, and ongoing professional growth. Review, interpret, and communicate scientific evidence, including analysis of key literature, preparation of scientific materials, and delivery of lectures and presentations. Engage with Medison’s partner companies as needed to align on scientific, strategic, or operational topics. Provide strategic guidance to the medical teams across the full product portfolio. Represent Medison at national and international scientific events, including conferences, symposia, and HQ‑led meetings. Build and maintain strong scientific relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) by identifying, engaging, and nurturing collaborative partnerships across relevant therapeutic areas. Develop productive relationships with Patient Advocacy Groups (PAGs) and other healthcare stakeholders to advance disease awareness and support patient needs. Lead medical education initiatives for healthcare professionals through field visits, scientific meetings, and other platforms to enhance product knowledge and clinical understanding. Address and resolve medical inquiries promptly, providing accurate and scientifically sound information. Develop annual medical operational plans, including strategic roadmaps and budgets, in collaboration with medical managers and the marketing team. Contribute to business and brand planning, offering medical insights and strategic support to cross‑functional partners. Support reimbursement and market access activities, including preparing medical documentation and collaborating closely with the regulatory and market access teams. Work closely with marketing and market access teams, maintaining scientific independence while contributing to cross‑functional alignment. Oversee compassionate use programs and local clinical research, ensuring appropriate governance and compliance. Collaborate on reimbursement processes for the national health basket, providing the necessary scientific and medical support. Review and approve promotional materials in accordance with compliance standards and company policies. Report safety information, including adverse events, to the Pharmacovigilance department in a timely and compliant manner. Respond to Investigator‑Initiated Study (IIS) requests, where appropriate, ensuring adherence to internal procedures. Collaborate with clinical teams to optimize investigator site visits and support study execution. Ensure strict adherence to ethical standards, regulatory guidelines, and the company’s code of conduct, including appropriate interactions with external partners. Act as a role model for Medison’s culture and values, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and respect for the compliance and cultural norms of all stakeholders. Requirements Required education and experience: Doctorate degree (MD or PhD) in Life Sciences - including Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, or Pharmacy. 8–10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in medical and/or commercial roles; experience in a startup or fast‑growing environment is an advantage. Background in Rare Diseases and/or Oncology with established relationships and strong networks among leading national KOLs is highly desirable. Proven experience in product launches, ideally across multiple therapeutic areas. Strong scientific, clinical, and Medical Affairs expertise, with the ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights. Demonstrated experience discussing clinical and scientific concepts, including both on‑label and off‑label topics, in a compliant manner. Ability to leverage data and insights to inform strategy, plan next steps, and enhance engagement with healthcare stakeholders. Experience collaborating with diverse healthcare stakeholders (e.g., clinicians, institutions, PAGs, regulators, payers). Solid understanding of the local healthcare system, its stakeholders, market dynamics, and regulatory framework. Required qualifications: Ability to clearly understand, interpret, and communicate scientific and medical information to diverse internal and external audiences. Strong teaching and presentation skills. Highly collaborative, team‑oriented, and patient‑centric. Excellent active listening and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust‑based professional relationships. Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication abilities, including handling scientific content. Comfortable working in dynamic, fast‑changing environments; demonstrates agility, adaptability, and scientific curiosity. Engaging with HCPs, with strong interest in understanding their needs and perspectives. Analytical mindset, driven by scientific evidence and data‑based decision making. Strong stakeholder‑management capabilities, both internally and externally. High integrity and strong compliance mindset. Proactive, takes initiative, and learns from both successes and failures. Able to work effectively with senior stakeholders, including health authorities, health funds, and institutional partners. Strong digital and IT skills to operate effectively in a modern, digitally‑enabled environment. Willingness to travel nationally as required; valid driver’s license. Internal and External Work Interfaces: Internal - all Medison divisions External - clinics, KOLs; HCPs; and key decision makers with the MOH, etc.

Responsibilities

The Country Medical Head serves as the senior medical leader in Hungary, directing the Medical Affairs function across the assigned product portfolio, providing expert medical guidance, and leading/developing the Medical Affairs Managers and MSLs.