Medical Advisor

**Company Description**
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because **Good Health Can’t Wait**.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries.

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity - to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice - purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose - helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

**Job Summary**
We are looking for an experienced Medical Advisor to provide the scientific foundation for the Therapeutic Area (TA) medical strategy, including managing various medical activities and engaging key thought leaders. Oversee the execution of the medical affairs plan, facilitate the flow of medical developments to the sales and marketing team, and contribute to the development of the Medical Affairs strategic plan for identified Therapeutic Area (TA) and products.

**Roles & Responsibilities**
- You will be responsible for serving as a core scientific member of the cross-functional franchise team, providing the scientific foundation for the Therapeutic Area (TA) medical strategy.
- You will be responsible for conceptualizing and managing a wide range of medical activities, aligned with the TA Medical strategy, including research, publications, medical education, and patient support programs.
- You will be responsible for engaging key thought leaders through medical affairs activities, in line with the overall strategic plan.
- You will be responsible for ensuring the optimal execution of the strategic medical affairs plan through Regional Medical Affairs, encompassing medical education, product education, and special projects.
- You will be responsible for acting as a therapeutic area scientific expert, discussing scientific data with leading specialists, and providing training on the latest medical developments to the sales and marketing team.

**Qualifications**
**Educational qualification-**MBBS with M.D. Pharmacology/Medicine or full time post-graduate qualification in any discipline of medicine

**Minimum work experience**:

- 2-4 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or research company in a Medical Advisor capacity.

**Skills & attributes -**
**Technical Skills**
- Training in medical writing, clinical trial methodologies, research design and ICH - GCP will be added advantage
- Must have working knowledge of Indian regulations pertaining to Health care professional’s interactions (MCI code of ethics for doctors & UCPMP Code for Pharma) and Drugs and Cosmetic Act regulations pertaining to clinical trials and new drug approvals
- Strong academic record with deep knowledge of the therapeutic area, strength in research with knowledge of research methodologies and interpretation of medical data
- Strategic mind set with scientific acumen and communication skills in order to be accepted by leading specialists in peer-to-peer relationship is essential
- Experience with complex business environments preferred
- Strong track record of success as demonstrated through annual performance ratings and/or professional accomplishments and awards

**Behavioural Skills**
- Integrity driven decision making skills
- Sound scientific knowledge
- Collaboration and teaming with ability to work in a matrix environment
- Strategic thinking & sound analytical skills
- Intellectual curiosity
- Self-awareness and adaptability to work in a matrix environment
- Result or