Unique opportunity for you to build the company's medical foundations from the ground up and launch multiple rare disease products

• Be part of building the medical function as this company launches in Australia
• Excellent portfolio and pipeline
• Accountability, agility and flexibility to work in a start-up environment

This leading global immunology company is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge therapies to improve the lives of patients suffering from severe rare autoimmune diseases. By leveraging deep expertise in immunology, the company is focused on discovering and delivering transformative treatments that address critical unmet medical needs and they are ready to expand in Australia!

 

With its expansion, the organisation is preparing for the launch of a highly anticipated new molecule. This innovative treatment is aimed at supporting patients with serious neuromuscular diseases, particularly targeting autoimmune conditions that have a profound impact on quality of life.

 

As a leader in rare diseases, the company provides groundbreaking therapies that address significant gaps in patient care. This is a unique opportunity for you to build the company's medical foundations from the ground up. The team values a patient-centric approach combined with a passion for science and continuous discovery. You’ll benefit from a collaborative and inclusive culture that fosters professional development, learning, and career growth.

 

As part of their medical affairs team, we have a newly created role for an experienced medical affairs professional in VIC or NSW to play a critical role in establishing partnerships with key opinion leaders who treat diseases and help their patients to live better lives.

 

Reporting to the Medical Affairs Lead, your key responsibilities will include:   

• Identify and foster purposeful partnerships with key scientific influencers based on local ecosystem dynamics to drive new sources of patient value.
• Support and execute medical strategy, focusing on pre-launch activities predominantly in NSW and VIC.
• Influence the decision makers in this space and educate external and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with clinical trial sites and support the team on the journey to get the products to market.
• Participate in numerous conferences and represent the company.
• Use strong scientific data to build advocacy.
• Maintain the highest level of knowledge across all competing products.

 

The successful candidate will have:  

• Degree qualifications in Scientific or Healthcare field.
• PhD, Masters, or Honours in Science (preferred).
• Several years of ANZ pharmaceutical experience in Medical Affairs. (Medical Science Liaison experience highly regarded)
• Strong scientific acumen and understanding of therapeutic areas such as Immunology, Haematology, Neurology, Rheumatology or Rare Disease.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Applicants who possess experience in Immunology, Neurology, Rheumatology, Haematology or Rare Disease will be highly considered. What matters most is your passion for working in an environment where you can have a loud voice, you are willing to be proactive with a hands-on approach. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a team with a focus on scientific communication, entrepreneurial spirit and winning mindset.

 

To apply for this role please submit your application in WORD format by clicking 'apply'; or contact Nicola Hurst on 0429 901 885  for further queries.  Confidentiality is assured.