Medical Advisor - General & Specialty Medicine at Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. /Netherlands

Municipality of Alimos, Attica, Greece -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Adaptability, Data Analysis, Healthcare Consulting, Healthcare Education, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Medical Knowledge, Medical Review, Medical Writing, Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, Project Management, Promotional Review, Scientific Literature, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Job Description Our Medical Affairs team is growing! Do you, or someone you know, want to join us as our new Medical Advisor General and Specialty Medicine? We are looking for science-driven people who are ready to make a real difference. If you are ready for your next career opportunity, apply today. In this role, as the Medical Advisor, you will be accountable for developing and implementing the medical strategy for specific therapeutic areas. You will provide medical and strategic support to internal stakeholders, including developing medical strategy, training, review of promotional materials, advice on regulatory and patient access submissions, clinical trial feasibilities, etc. You will build relationships with scientific leaders and key decision makers by engaging in balanced scientific exchange, allowing them to make informed treatment decisions. Key Responsibilities Strategic and Tactical Leadership Consolidates actionable medical insights to inform company strategies Translates Global Medical Goals and Strategies into tactics and solutions that support optimal scientific exchange aimed at helping improve patient outcomes and enhancing access Supports execution of and quickly adapts tactical plans to local business realities Follows up on Investigator-Initiated Study (IIS) proposals aligned with Our Company ISS Program areas of interest Collaborates with our research laboratories/Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO) personnel to identify potential investigators for our clinical development programs In collaboration with colleagues, facilitates the delivery of data generation activities (phases I-IV), including the identification of suitable research projects, research centers, investigators, and innovative methods to generate data Provides non-promotional, balanced, and reliable scientific information following company standards and local regulations Medical and Scientific Leadership Brings the local scientific and healthcare environment perspective to the Regional Medical Affairs team Communicates scientific and business needs appropriately and effectively across internal and external stakeholders Builds trust with the external scientific community via peer-to-peer scientific exchange, research, and educational collaborations, as well as interactions with scientific societies, health organizations, publications, etc. Provides therapeutic/functional training to assigned teams and affiliate functions Develops and executes country medical educational programs and symposia Leads country advisory boards and expert input forums Participates in and contributes to professional organizations and academic/regulatory working teams Regulatory and Market Access Support Collaborates and leads resolution of regulatory, public relations, compliance, and other asset issues Supports the resolution of asset safety or quality issues (i.e., contributes content and strategy in regulatory responses and interactions, risk management planning, and implementation) Provides access support as needed (e.g., health technology assessment, pre-license patient access, reimbursement dossier) Medical Information Provides prompt medical information support (e.g., answering medical inquiries) to stakeholders and reviews approval of local response documents Inclusive Mindset and Behavior Demonstrates eagerness to contribute to an environment of belonging, inclusion, equity, and empowerment Leads by example and serves as a role model for creating, leading and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce Required Qualifications, Experience And Skills MD, PhD, or PharmD Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar position. Knowledge of the Greek pharma market will be considered a plus. Experience with local pharmaceutical industry guidelines, regulatory/reimbursement framework, and clinical research guidelines Experience in diabetes and/or ophthalmology disease area will be considered a plus Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking, and presentation skills Strong prioritization skills and ability to understand how decisions fit into the broader context of corporate strategies Demonstrated ability to develop a network of scientific leaders and other key stakeholders (e.g., public groups, government officials, medical professional organizations) Proven ability to effectively communicate information at country management level Ability to effectively collaborate across functions in a matrix environment Excellent command of spoken and written English We offer Multinational environment in a leading pharma company with an inclusive work culture Multiple opportunities to develop your career & advance your skills Innovative and flexible working environment Competitive compensation & benefits scheme Wide range of employee benefits Required Skills Adaptability, Data Analysis, Healthcare Consulting, Healthcare Education, Healthcare Service, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Medical Knowledge, Medical Review, Medical Writing, Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, Professional Integrity, Prognosis, Project Management, Promotional Review, Scientific Literature, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking Preferred Skills Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status Regular Relocation VISA Sponsorship Travel Requirements Flexible Work Arrangements Hybrid Shift Valid Driving License Hazardous Material(s) Job Posting End Date 02/1/2026 A job posting is effective until 11 59 59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Requisition ID R380648

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Responsibilities

The Medical Advisor will develop and implement medical strategies for therapeutic areas and provide support to internal stakeholders. They will build relationships with scientific leaders and engage in scientific exchanges to inform treatment decisions.