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.