Medical Lead Job Description
Medical lead
provides final Medical Review of scientific and promotional materials/activities, where appropriate and ensure adherence to National Codes (including ABPI), Laws and Regulations.
Medical Lead Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Work with the Global Medical Team Lead (GMTL), Ophthalmics, to develop and execute multi-year global medical strategy for the specified Product/Disease Area, appropriately aligned with overall strategy and incorporating R&D functional strategies (clinical, regulatory, HEOR, PV, compliance)
Work with the Global Medical Team Lead (GMTL), GI/IM, to develop and execute multi-year global medical strategy for the specified Product/Disease Area, appropriately aligned with overall strategy and incorporating R&D functional strategies (clinical, regulatory, HEOR, PV, compliance)
Work with the Franchise Medical Lead ADHD to develop and execute multi-year global medical strategy for the specified Product/Disease Area, appropriately aligned with overall strategy and incorporating R&D functional strategies (clinical, regulatory, HEOR, PV, compliance)
Act as a company representative interacting with external scientific leaders, and/or regulatory authorities
Work with the Franchise Medical leader , Ophthalmics to develop and execute multi-year global medical strategy for the specified Product/Disease Area, appropriately aligned with overall strategy and incorporating R&D functional strategies (clinical, regulatory, HEOR, PV, compliance)
Leads development and execution of multi-year global medical strategy for area-specific OPH, appropriately aligned with overall strategy and incorporating R&D functional strategies (clinical, regulatory, HEOR, PV, compliance)
Leads development and execution of multi-year global medical strategy for area-specific NS, appropriately aligned with overall strategy and incorporating R&D functional strategies (clinical, regulatory, HEOR, PV, compliance)
Work with the Franchise Medical Lead (FML), Endocrinology & IM Established Products, to develop and execute multi-year global medical strategy for the specified Product/Disease Area, appropriately aligned with overall strategy and incorporating R&D functional strategies (clinical, regulatory, HEOR, PV, compliance)
Work with the GMTL, Ophthalmics, on the development and in-year implementation of the medical plan in the US and/or support in-year plan definition and implementation by International Medical Affairs
Work with the GMTL, GI/IM, on the development and in-year implementation of the medical plan in the US and/or support in-year plan definition and implementation by International Medical Affairs
Medical Lead Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Medical Lead
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: ASCP, BLS, NCA, CPR, MA, CLS, CMA, MLT, MT, ABPI
Education for Medical Lead
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the medical lead job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Collage Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Medical, Microbiology, Education, Biochemistry, Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Mathematics, Science
Skills for Medical Lead
Desired skills for medical lead include:
Guidelines
Global pharmaceutical regulations
Codes of practices and Shire policies related to all medical activities
Applicable pharmaceutical guidelines and regulations
GCP
Health technology assessments and market access challenges
Regulatory
Rx&D Code of Ethical Practices and company policies
Medical literature and critical appraisal of scientific publications
Pharmaceutical regulations in key markets
Desired experience for medical lead includes:
Some activities may call for early or late meetings and attendances at scientific meetings on holidays and weekends
As delegated by the GMTL, lead functional
As delegated by the GMTL, participate in development of product strategy
Generally has at least 8 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, with a minimum of 5 years of pharmacovigilance experience
At least 1-2 years working experience in medical affairs function (previous MSL/Field base medical affairs experience is preferred)
Experience with complex business environments is preferred
Medical Lead Examples
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of medical lead. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for medical lead
- Establish and maintain professional and credible relationships with key thought leaders / external experts and academic centres
- Deliver scientific presentations and medical education programs to healthcare professionals individually or in groups (meetings, clinical sessions, ), where appropriate
- Work with the Franchise Medical Lead ADHD, on the development and in-year implementation of the Global medical plan and/or support Regional/ Local implementation
- Establish appropriate strategic partnerships with centers of excellence and KOLs
- Work with the Franchise Medical leader , Ophthalmics on the development and in-year implementation of the medical plan in the US and/or support in-year plan definition and implementation by International Medical Affairs
- Leads development and execution of multi-year global medical strategy for area-specific NS, appropriately aligned with overall strategy and incorporating
- Leads specific OPH Global Medical Teams
- Responsible for appropriate review of all safety data from various sources
- Provide input into and support the writing of periodic reports for assigned products
- Successfully implement and drive process initiatives, provide corresponding metrics to illustrate the productivity/profitability of new initiatives
Qualifications for medical lead
- At Least 3 years working experience in pharmaceutical company with at least 2 years of customer facing role (Medical advisor/MSL/Marketing)
- Previous Experience in clinial research or quality/ compliance related function (with high attention to details) is preferred
- Experience with complex business environments and matrix oraganization is preferred
- Contributes to the development and implementation of patient plan of care and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
- Demonstrated managerial competence as a functional manager
- Bachelor's Degree (Advanced degree highly preferred (PhD)
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of medical lead. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for medical lead
- Develop a strong medical engagement plan, incorporating diverse Medical functions and capabilities
- Responsibility for both primary care products - focussed on urology, and products for rare diseases - focussed on pulmonary arterial hypertension
- Exposure to dermatology, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and to novel pipeline assets
- The opportunity (for appropriately experienced candidates) to gain experience through delegated authority from the CMD
- Dotted line responsibility for 2 Scientific Advisors and a Medical Science Liaison
- Significant work experience in medical affairs roles in the pharmaceutical industry to at least Senior Medical Advisor level or equivalent
- A medical degree (MBBS equivalent) is required
- Relevant postgraduate qualifications in Pharmaceutical Medicine or Business Management and/or relevant therapy area expertise would be distinct advantages
- Monitor competitor promotional and scientific activities to understand their ongoing strategies, to assess their compliance with the Code of Practice
- Deliver scientific and medical content for medical advisory boards, chairing/co-chairing
Qualifications for medical lead
- Will require occasional travel
- Excellent understanding of the principles underlying real-world evidence generation
- Effectiveness in problem-solving within a large, multi-faceted corporate environment
- Ability to travel (U.S. and European
- Working knowledge of basic statistics with ability to analyze descriptive and numeric data and present these with clarity and accuracy
- Available for occasional (less than 20%) overnight travel including internationally
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Our innovative and growing company is looking for a medical lead. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for medical lead
- Receives payments from patients, issues receipts, reconciles daily cash and charge terminal
- Attends to patients in waiting area and ensures they are seen in a timely manner or are promptly notified of unexpected delays
- Works with supervisor to develop and adhere to policies and procedures
- Serves as a team leader, fostering teamwork and emphasizing customer service to assure quality patient care
- Reports potential reception problems to supervisor and suggests solutions
- Checks patients out, performs charge entry procedures and collects payment if applicable
- Work with the FML, Endocrinology & IM Established Products, on the development and in-year implementation of the medical plan definition and implementation by International Medical Affairs
- Responsible for all duties included in the Medical Assistant job description
- Takes inventory and performs ordering of supplies
- Assists with coordinating staff meetings
Qualifications for medical lead
- Previous EMT, Medical Assistant, or Patient Care Technician work experience strongly preferred
- Florida Supervisor license
- At least 3 years of experience as a Medical Manager, Medical Science Liaison or Medical Advisor
- Experience in leading a team is strongly preferred
- Experience in the Diabetes, Respiratory or Cardiovascular Therapeutic Area is considered a plus
- Knowledge of the clinical trial design and process
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Our company is hiring for a medical lead. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for medical lead
- Conduct quality improvement and outcomes studies as directed by the state and federal regulatory agencies, the Quality Management Committee, Medical Advisory Committee, Peer Review Committee, and management
- Supporting development and implementation of Country Medical Brand Plans in
- Design content product workflows on regional and local levels, for wide variety of specialties through working closely with legal/compliance/governance teams external editorial boards
- Acts as a supervisor designate in the absence of the supervisor-Assumes supervisory duties as appropriate whenever a supervisor is not present
- Purchasing and inventory- Demonstrates awareness of appropriate inventory levels in all sections of the laboratory
- Quality Control, Preventative and unscheduled maintenance- Instrument maintenance and/or function checks are performed and documented accurately, according to procedure
- Serve as a role model for subordinate employees and adheres to all policies- Maintains confidentiality regarding patient, hospital and laboratory business
- Training, development, and continuing education- New procedures are mastered within established time frames
- Provision of strategic support to multiple internal groups including Global Medical Affairs, Marketing, Sales Training, Research & Development, Business Development, Medical Communications, Medical Writing, Global Medical Safety, Medical Education, Medical Information and the Medical Science Liaison Team)
- Responsibility for the development and execution of Medical Affairs sponsored and supported clinical programs for products in the oncology therapeutic area
Qualifications for medical lead
- Network with national/international Scientific Experts
- Pro-active and able to anticipate to future needs and spot new opportunities
- An MD or PhD is required with ideally Endocrinology or Neonatology experience
- Experience leading medical teams at the brand or disease area levels in country, regional or global organizations is preferred
- Work with the Head US GD Medical, the development and in-year implementation of the medical plan in the US and/or support in-year plan definition and implementation by US GD TA team
- Drives US execution of specific medical projects per US medical strategy
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Our company is looking for a medical lead. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for medical lead
- Providing peer-to-peer responses to unsolicited medical information queries from practicing Oncologists and other health care providers
- The individual in this position will be responsible for currently marketed oncology products those in late stage development
- This individual will develop and review scientific publications, be responsible for investigation of safety issues and examination and assessment of licensing and acquisition opportunities
- He or she will ensure the appropriate use of all Janssen Biotech marketed products for oncologic diseases
- Provide clinical analysis and promulgate scientific and clinical support for appropriate use of Janssen Biotech products for oncology
- Support the development and execution of company sponsored Phase IIIb and IV clinical trials, assessment and supervision of Investigator Initiated Clinical Research
- Support the oncology business in the development of compliant promotional materials and the training of product representatives
- Collaborate with R&D teams in the evaluation of new molecules for the treatment of oncologic disease
- Maintain relationship with external investigators and opinion leaders
- Design and conduct Advisory Boards
Qualifications for medical lead
- As needed, provide Medical review to US promotional and non-promotional materials
- 8-10 years of related work experience in industry, in clinical or research institution, preferably in Genetics, metabolic, or hematology
- Experience in medical affairs particularly rare
- 5-7 years consulting experience, most especially in leading projects
- Solid consulting experience in Health & Welfare plan design, Retirement plans and/or service delivery/technology solutions including best practices, marketplace providers, cost and return on investment issues, pros and cons of solutions, challenges and methodology regarding solution implementation
- Strong organizational abilities and flexibility to work in a performance driven environment