Regional Medical Advisor

- Regional Medical Advisor Oncology - West Region THE OPPORTUNITY The RMA Regional Medical advisor will be a valued representative of our company India working in the field to interact and engage key stakeholders Our medical affairs team objective is to provide scientific expertise across their identified regions products therapy areas to these valued customers WHAT YOU WILL DO The RMA will have the following key responsibilities Developing and implementing medical strategies Scientific leader identification development and engagement to build regional national or international relationships to contribute to understanding of diseases scientific trends practice guidelines and treatment patterns in areas relevant to our business Support to the health care providers by providing accurate and up-to-date medical information Education training and periodic medical updates to the commercial team as demanded Ensuring compliance with local regulations and industry standards in all medical activities Responsibilities and Primary Activities Scientific Expertise Developing and maintaining an in-depth understanding of the company s products therapeutic areas and relevant scientific research Staying updated on the latest medical and scientific advancements clinical guidelines and treatment protocols SL KDM Engagement Building and maintaining relationships with Scientific Leaders SLs Key decision makers KDMs healthcare professionals and academic institutions Engaging in scientific discussions presenting clinical data and providing educational support to KOLs regarding the company s products and therapeutic areas Support to medical strategy In alignment with the line manager provide strategic inputs and expertise to product management towards ethical promotion of assigned products Medical Education Providing scientific and medical education to internal stakeholders including sales teams marketing teams and other cross-functional colleagues Collaborating with the Medical Affairs team to develop and deliver training materials presentations and scientific symposia Scientific Exchange Facilitating scientific exchange and knowledge transfer between the company and external stakeholders Participating in medical conferences advisory boards and scientific meetings to gather insights share data and contribute to the scientific community Clinical Data Communication Interpreting and communicating clinical trial data real-world evidence and other scientific information to healthcare professionals regulators and other relevant stakeholders Ensuring accurate and compliant dissemination of scientific information in accordance with regulations and company policies Clinical Research Provide medical support for local studies including need-based visits to identify study sites Lead Investigator Initiated Trials Cross-functional Collaboration Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including Clinical Development Regulatory Affairs Marketing and Market Access to provide scientific input support clinical trial design contribute to regulatory strategies and align on medical communication plans Facilitate access to scientific leaders as appropriate Support as well as own medical initiated projects in line with therapy area that would involve a strong stakeholder interface Provide scientific support to sales team Medical Information Addressing medical inquiries and providing timely and accurate responses to healthcare professionals patients and other stakeholders Ensuring that medical information materials such as medical letters and FAQs are up to date and compliant Sales Force Training Provide medical training to sales colleagues on the therapy areas assigned Assist in pre-launch and launch training to sales staff for new products Compliance Adhering to relevant legal regulatory and compliance guidelines including the organization s code of conduct and industry-specific regulations Ensuring all activities and interactions are conducted ethically and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations Overall RMA in Medical Affairs acts as a scientific expert and liaison between the company and external stakeholders playing a crucial role in building scientific credibility fostering relationships and supporting the company s strategic objectives in the healthcare industry Values and Behaviors Consistently adhere to demonstrate all our company s Values with focus on excellence Work in harmony with internal and external stakeholders WHAT YOU MUST HAVE To be successful in this role you will have strong marketing skills as well as business capabilities Educational Background A strong academic background in life sciences such as a medical degree MD doctorate Ph D dental degree MDS BDS Other relevant degrees in biology pharmacology or related fields may also be considered Industry Experience Prior experience in the pharmaceutical biotechnology or medical device industry is often preferred This could include experience in clinical research medical affairs or related roles that have exposed the candidate to scientific and medical aspects of the industry Therapeutic Area Expertise Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the specific therapeutic area relevant to the position with preference to Oncology TA experience This may involve experience working on clinical trials publications or direct patient care in that therapeutic area Scientific and Clinical Knowledge A strong understanding of medical and scientific principles including knowledge of clinical trial design data analysis and interpretation Familiarity with relevant disease states treatment guidelines and emerging trends in the therapeutic area is also important Communication and Relationship-Building Skills Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills are crucial for a RMA role The ability to effectively communicate scientific information to various stakeholders including Key Opinion Leaders KOLs healthcare professionals and internal teams is essential Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills RMAs are often required to analyze complex scientific data identify insights and provide recommendations Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are valuable for interpreting clinical trial results and addressing medical inquiries Adaptability and Flexibility RMAs often work in dynamic and fast-paced environments requiring the ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently Flexibility to travel frequently to engage with external stakeholders is also often required Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge Familiarity with relevant legal regulatory and compliance guidelines such as Good Clinical Practice GCP the International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use ICH guidelines and local regulations governing medical communications Current Employees apply Current Contingent Workers apply Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck Co Inc Rahway NJ USA also known 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