The SeniorMedicalAffairs Manager International is accountable for developing and executing MedicalAffairs strategy for a region (group of multiples countries) within International, with focus on existing and new distributor markets.
They work with the local distributor companies to establish the creation of the strategy and related plans, and support the distributors in their execution of their local medical plan in alignment with the business objectives of the Insulet distributor market team.
The medical plan encompasses value-generating activities on medical education, evidence generation and dissemination, HCP and KOL engagement, and internal knowledge and insights translation.
The Sr Regional MedicalAffairs Manager leads, aligns with and influences distributors as well as a number of internal cross-functional partners (commercial, marketing, market access, regulatory, sales excellence) within international to ensure proper execution of the medical plans by the distributors.This role works closely with International and other in-country MedicalAffairs colleagues to lead the development of robust distributor launch plans for new products, and executes them with excellence.The Sr Regional MedicalAffairs Manager also supports and advises the business assessments and related workstreams to expand to more countries from a medical and KOL engagement point of view.The Sr Regional MedicalAffairs Manager is a key member of the distributor market leadership team.
They work closely with the distributors to ensure the information, education, and research needs of HCPs are met and to ensure scientific and technical training needs of commercial and advocacy organizations are identified and met.Additionally, this individual has leadership responsibilities within the International MedicalAffairs team.
They will be responsible to lead a team in the development and successful execution of medical strategies and tactics that have wide-international scope, such as international medical education programs.They will have and maintain an in-depth understanding of diabetes, the current and future treatment landscape along with ongoing clinical research with a focus on the diabetes device market.Geographical scope for existing distributor markets includes Italy, the Nordics, Greece, Croatia and Israel.
Expansion to new distributor markets might cover other European and Asian countries.Responsibilities Supervise international MedicalAffairs staff focused on delivering the medical objectives for the region by providing direction, guidance and oversight of assigned projects and accountabilities – with primary focus on medical educationDevelop and lead the execution of the MedicalAffairs strategy at a regional level through cross-functional collaboration and influenceLead, establish and ensure the execution with and by distributors of the local medical education plans for all distributor markets:
educate HCP with online/in-person blended offerings (on-demand, webinars, Peer-to-Peer training), deliver medical education at congresses and symposiums, product training with generation and delivery of medical contentInform & strategize evidence generation plans, in answer to fulfil market access, regulatory and marketing needsSupport the local execution of Insulet-sponsored and Investigator-Initiated trialsDisseminate evidenceIdentify and engage with HCP to inform and seek advice on the company’s solutions, through the execution of advisory boards, clinical activity, scientific Exchange and educational EventsEstablish and maintain credible peer-to-peer scientific relationships with national KOLsBuild confidence and advocacy among key external influencers (KOLs)Build and share knowledge with internal and external stakeholders regarding the use and benefits of current and future Insulet productsWork collaboratively with cross-functional partnersTranslate clinical data into scientifically sound, tangible insights and claimsReview and approve externally-facing materials for scientific and medical accuracyAnswer HCP medical queriesAssist with distributor events such as pump clinics, pump support groups, info sessions, in-the-office educational events, patient info nights, advocacy events, etc.Maintain a thorough and detailed working knowledge of the organization and its products, current scientific research and publicationsPerforms other duties as requiredKey Decision RightsFinal Medical Strategy and plans for the distributor marketsRequired Leadership/Interpersonal Skills & Behaviors Proven leader in MedicalAffairs including developing and leading the implementation of medical strategy.Demonstrated ability to integrate, lead and influence in a challenging cross-functional environment and complexity of different marketsAbility to coach and lead a team of medical professionalsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsCombined strategic thinking and execution skillsHigh ethical standards which apply to interactions with HCPs, payers, and industry representativesRequired Skills and CompetenciesCombined strategic thinking and execution skillsHigh ethical standards which apply to interactions with HCPs, payers, and industry representativesBroad understanding of the international commercial and regulatory environment for medical devicesCommercial acumen and to work with a fast and agile team working on distributor marketsEducation and ExperienceDemonstrated relevant or equivalent to MedicalAffairs experience in the diabetes pharmaceutical or medical device industryIn-depth understanding of the diabetes disease state, the current/future treatment landscape, and ongoing clinical trials/researchUnderstanding of the regional medical practice and clinical decision-making regarding patient care for diabetesMD, PharmD, PhD or MS in life science /or an equivalent combination of education or experience Additional InformationThe position is remote.
The preferred location is Germany, Switzerland, Austria, France, Belgium, the Netherlands or the United Kingdom.Travel is estimated at 50% within International, but will flex depending on business need.NOTE:
This position is eligible for 100% remote working arrangements (may work from home/virtually 100%; may also work hybrid on-site/virtual as desired).
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