Global Medical Affairs Lead - Rheumatology, Urology, Oncology & Supportive Therapies (m/f/d)

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic and visionary Global Medical Affairs Lead to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for shaping and executing the global medical strategy for designated therapeutic focus areas of Rheumatology, Urology, Oncology and Supportive Therapies. You will lead a team of scientific-medical professionals, drive cross-functional collaboration, and ensure the integration of medical insights into product strategies to support the overall business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and further develop the Global Medical Affairs department in alignment with business unit goals

• Define, implement, and oversee the medical strategy for assigned focus areas. Integrate medical strategies into broader product strategies to ensure alignment across functions

• Serve as the primary medical representative and point of contact for all scientific and medical inquiries

• Manage and prioritize departmental activities and resources, including financial and human capital

• Build and maintain a robust network of global Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)

• Develop and implement stakeholder-oriented training concepts

Your Profile

• Proven experience in Medical Affairs leadership roles, ideally in a global setting

• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to translate complex medical insights into actionable strategies

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage departmental budgets

• Advanced degree in medicine, pharmacy, or life sciences (MD, PhD, PharmD preferred) doctorate (PhD or MD) is of advantage

Our employees are our greatest asset. And to show our appreciation, we offer attractive benefits: 

• Your work-life balance is important to us. We offer flexible working hours with the option of working a proportion of those hours remotely, 30 annual vacation days and an excellent cafeteria  

• Attractive salaries and success-based bonuses for all medac employees 

• Individual training opportunities: Our medac academy offers a wide range of programmes including leadership training, coaching essentials and language classes 

• A funded pension scheme and other social benefits 

• We care for our employees beyond the workplace and provide advice on caring for elderly relatives as well as offering counselling

• We promote sports and activities to improve our employees’ health