DGM Medical Affairs

Designation - DGM Medical Affairs

Reporting To - GM / Sr. GM

Location - Goregaon, Mumbai

Role Purpose

This position represents the company's medical/scientific voice of expertise for assigned products and relevant therapeutic areas. The position provides medical/scientific expert advice/guidance to key customers for assigned products and relevant therapeutic areas, including scientific exchange and professional relationship development with key opinion leaders. It provides medical/scientific input into marketing strategy and key commercial initiatives, as required, and medical/scientific support for medical department activities.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge for assigned products/relevant therapeutic area(s) through active participation at key internal meetings/training sessions, relevant congresses, and seminars and by regular self-study of national/international literature.
• Provide expert medical/scientific advice for assigned products and related therapeutic areas, including responding to requests for scientific/technical information; contribute to the development and medical/scientific accuracy of core dossiers generated by the medical department (medical information packs, clinical expert reviews, etc.).
• Establish and maintain professional and credible relationships with key opinion leaders and academic centers through participation in scientific congresses, advisory boards, round-table meetings, and discussion forums.
• Deliver scientific presentations and medical education programs to healthcare professionals individually or in groups.
• Screen relevant literature and information from scientific society meetings and conferences and develop summaries of key messages for use within the company.
• Deliver training to sales forces and other departments; develop and update relevant training materials.
• Design and implement clinical research projects within defined standards and budgets, including Phase IV studies, registry/database projects, epidemiological surveys, PMOS studies, and IIS studies.
• Review and prepare promotional materials and ensure the medical/scientific content is accurate and compliant with internal policies and guidelines.
• Provide medical/scientific input into marketing strategy and key commercial initiatives. Monitor the environment for competitive intelligence, including product strategies, studies, commercial messages, and positioning.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable national laws, regulations, guidelines, and codes of conduct.

Technical Competencies

• Communication Skills
• Compliance & Process Improvement Skills
• Problem/Conflict Solving Ability
• Priority Setting

Required Core Competencies / Attributes

• Adaptability - Maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment. Adjust effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures. Effectively prioritize work tasks.
• Initiative - Take prompt action to accomplish objectives and remain proactive. Maintain a strong focus on internal and external customers. Continuously monitor relevant information, key issues, and trends. Proactively seek feedback and adapt behavior to improve performance.
• Innovation - Generate innovative solutions in work situations and explore novel ways to address work-related challenges and opportunities.
• Integrity - Firmly adhere to codes of conduct and ethical principles. Exhibit honesty, present information accurately, fulfill commitments, and respond constructively to failures and mistakes.
• Teamwork & Collaboration - Work effectively and cooperatively with others. Establish and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Support shared goals and remain open to diverse perspectives and ideas.

Key Interfaces

• Field Force
• PMT
• Healthcare Professionals
• Investigators
• Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)
• Institutions & Scientific Medical Societies
• Hospitals
• Internal Legal Function

Key Dimensions

Team Size: 7-8

Role Requirements

Educational Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Medicine

Experience (Type & Nature)

• 8-10 years of total experience in Medico Marketing

Skills & Technical Competencies

• Expertise in operating MS Office
• Strong analytical and presentation skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Behavioral Competencies

• Business Orientation
• People Management
• Driving Execution
• Working Across Boundaries

Key Skills

Medical Affairs, Medico Marketing, KOL Management, Clinical Research, Scientific Communication, Medical Education, Medical Writing, Promotional Material Review, HCP Engagement, Pharmaceutical Compliance.