Field Medical Advisor

Alcon is looking to hire a Field Medical Advisor.
- Responsible for planning and execution of APAC Regional & India Medical Affairs strategies for assigned business franchises in India market
- Field Medical Advisor (FMA) is a member of the Global Medical Affairs (GMA) team to serve as a strategic and scientific link between Alcon GMA and external Ophthal KOLs/HCPs
- FMA strategically supports GMA organization through clinical data generation initiatives by providing guidance and coordination for Investigator initiated trials (IITs), Alcon initiated post-marketing trials (AITs) and plan Alcon’s scientific share of voice (SoV) in APAC Regional/ India conferences, reputed journals etc.
- Field medical advisor (FMA) is responsible for planning and execution of APAC Regional & India Medical Affairs strategies for assigned business franchises in India market

Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible and accountable for the planning and execution of local clinical study/data generation activities (IITs/AITs) aligned with GMA, Alcon Surgical franchise in India- KOLs interactions, collection and reporting of consolidated professional insights that may impact Alcon’s data generation plans, trial designs, share of voice strategies, new products launch strategies, tactics and medical education programs- Supporting IIT investigators and KOLs for clinical data dissemination, podium presentations across National and International/Global conferences- Ensures appropriate KOLs mapping/identification, review of scientific engagement and monthly reporting of activities- Represent in franchise specific and cross functional projects (Advisory Board)- Identify and execute opportunities for productivity and/or efficiency improvement by undergoing appropriate technical training- Identify National, Regional KOLs; develop peer-to-peer scientific relationships with KOLs and decision makers to expand scientific partnership opportunities- Collect, analyze, and report scientific and clinical insights that may guide brand development plans, launch and brand strategies/tactics. Develop a strong understanding of the future needs of ophthalmic KOLs and support medical education in alignment with franchise strategy.- Adding therapeutic area expertise to the medical team, and transfers knowledge within the organization and externally- Ensure cross-functional collaboration, interface effectively with all other Medical Affairs functions, as well as other departments, including business functions e.g. marketing, Commercial, QA, Research and Development, Regulatory Affairs etc.- Work with Integrity and Compliance observing all laws, industry standards, and company policies.- Secure appropriate budget for IITs, optimize participation in scientific congresses, and functional and therapeutic trainings- Responsible for managing and keeping track of own travel expenses to ensure appropriate time allocation and workload across

Key Performance Indicators:

- Number of IITs supported and assisted in SoV across India/APAC/International
- Number and content of monthly KOL interactions with scientific purpose
- Support KOLs presenting on Alcon products (e.g., Advisory Boards and other non-promotional meetings)
- Manage unsolicited educational grants requests according to internal processes

Key Requirement/Minimum Qualification- Prefer MD/DO/MBBS/OD/PhD/PharmD/Degree in Ophthalmology and/or Optometry- Fluency in English essential- Advanced knowledge of eye diseases/ working experience in Ophthalmology and/or Optometry therapy- Good knowledge of clinical trials procedures as well as the ICH-GCP and other ethical guidelines relevant to the medical device/pharma/Eye care industry- 4-6 years of Industry experience in Ophthalmology and/or Optometry therapy area preferred and experience in HCP facing role- Experience in scientific presentations and basic experience in medical writing etc- Proven ability and experience to develop and foster peer-to-peer, credible relationships with Medical Experts/HA decision makers/ liaison with Ophthalmic societies- Thinks Creatively: Approaches problems with curiosity and open-mindedness; creatively integrates different ideas and perspectives; stimulates creative thinking in others; generates innovative ideas and solutions to problems- Establishes Relationships: Relates to people in an open, friendly and accepting manner; develops relationships with key people in other functions and at other levels; expresses disagreement tactfully and sensitively.

Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, or any other reason.