Oncology Medical Lead

**Summary / purpose of the position**

The Oncology Medical Lead is a member of the affiliate medical department with focus on developing and executing the medical oncology strategy in Brazil and will be a well-organized and results-oriented healthcare manager. This role requires very close collaboration with national and international colleagues from within Medical Affairs and the extended cross-functional team.

**Main responsibilities / job expectations**
- Management of Medical Manager and FBM (MSL/NSL)
- Development and Execution of Medical Affairs activities and scientific projects based on the medical strategy and Plan of Action, in close collaboration with other global medical team members. Participation in planning and development of the local Medical Affairs plan in the Therapeutic Area (Oncology).
- Act as the Medical Lead within the cross-functional brand and launch team.
- Development and/or oversight of medical education and communication activities, including digital, face-to-face, and print conducted by medical manager and MSLs.
- Act as a company representative to groups of experts, medical professional groups, societies, patient representatives, regulatory groups, representing the company at national and international scientific meetings.
- Establishment and maintenance of strong working relationships with our key external medical experts locally and internationally, including academic societies.
- Work collaboratively with Ipsen personnel in the LATAM affiliates, Global Medical Affairs, Clinical Research, Marketing, Market Access, Sales, Regulatory Affairs, Drug Safety, Public and Government Affairs.
- Support the generation of scientific data through collaboration with R&D and Clinical Operations, site support in clinical trials.
- Achieve the communication of medical and educational objectives set for the assigned products/indications, within the framework of IPSEN’s national strategy (Operational Plan).
- Develop, maintain, and support professional relationships with internal and external customers (e.g., Key Thought Leaders [KTL], Health Care Professionals [HCPs], and Formulary Decision Makers.
- Facilitate informational, educational, and research activities for physicians and ancillary healthcare professionals regarding IPSEN’s current and pipeline therapies.
- Ensure that the scientific and technical needs of Medical Affairs, regulatory affairs and commercial colleagues are identified and met working closely with other IPSEN personnel
- Document, accurately and in a timely manner, the activities.
- Comply with all Ipsen SOPs, policies, directive, and relevant national guidelines
**Knowledge, abilities & experience**
- Advanced scientific degree (MD, PharmD)
- A PhD is a health related discipline will be considered an advantage
- Extensive experience in a relevant medical/scientific role, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry and with product launch experience
- Proven experience and successful track record as a Medical Manager at Ipsen and/or in a previous company, for more than 5 years.
- Language: Expert/fluent communicator in their local language and excellent knowledge of written and spoken scientific English
- Working knowledge of the relevant Code of Practice
**Key Technical Competencies Required**
- Strategic mindset with a focus on collaboration and excellence
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required, along with the ability to understand, analyse and communicate medical concepts in a clear and concise way.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
- Ability to successfully navigate fast and dynamic situations where there is ambiguity, uncertainty, and change
- Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail and prioritization
- Ability to work in a cross-functional matrix
- Operational excellence.
- Analytical with systematic approach to prioritization.
- Strong team player and cross functional approach.
- Curious, with learning agility.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills, including the management of multiple priorities and resources.
- Demonstrates scientific acumen and sound medical judgement which provides value to Ipsen and leads to sustainable relationships with HCPs.