Job Description
We are currently looking for a Medical Advisor (Associate Director) (all genders) to join our Medical Affairs team in the Ophthalmology (including DMA: Diabetic Macular Edema & AMD: Age-related Macular Degeneration) therapeutic area as soon as possible.
This role is open to candidates located anywhere in Germany.
Your Responsibilities:
Responsibility for the therapeutic area Ophthalmology
Provide medical input for scientific studies (Phases IIIIb) including analysis and interpretation of data in a medical context
Identify and support scientific research projects and local studies (NIS registries IIS) including publications in collaboration with Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) and cross-functional teams
Conceptualize medically support conduct and oversee scientific symposia; attend study meetings and (inter)national congresses and symposia including scientific preparation of congress content
Support medical content for Health Technology Assessments and Value Dossiers in close cross-functional collaboration with internal departments
Plan organize and conduct national advisory boards including Scientific Leader management
Present and discuss pipeline data in advisory forums and during internal and external stakeholder presentations
Develop align and implement Medical Affairs plans
Collaborate closely with colleagues from various departments in a cross-functional setup
Prepare provide present and discuss scientific information data and projects
Participate in local cross-functional ophthalmology teams and the European Regional Medical Affairs team
Your Profile:
Degree in medicine or pharmacy (PhD preferred) or a scientific university degree with a doctorate
Experience in (field) Medical Affairs preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
Ideally strong knowledge of the ophthalmology therapeutic area scientific environment networks and study groups
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with various internal and external stakeholders
Strong team player with experience working in diverse cross-functional teams
Independent results-oriented and strategic working style with high standards of quality and organizational skills
Ability to contribute to shaping the medical strategy through strategic and analytical thinking and market understanding
Strong interest in scientific questions and knowledge sharing
Knowledge of benefit assessments for pharmaceuticals (AMNOG) and experience in HTA dossier preparation is a plus
Able to present complex topics in a clear engaging and professional manner
Empathy flexibility and a strong sense of responsibility when interacting with scientific leaders
Excellent communication skills in English are required; German language skills are preferred
Our Benefits:
Flexible working hours
Attractive compensation package (13 monthly salaries plus target bonus)
Company pension scheme
Holiday allowance (1.200 per annum)
30 days annual leave
Company car
Employee benefits
Company bike/bike leasing
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse talented and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one anothers thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
People with severe disabilities and their equivalents will be given preference if they are equally qualified.
Required Skills:
Advisory Board Development Healthcare Strategy Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Key Opinion Leader Management Medical Affairs Ophthalmology Scientific Communications Scientific Engagement Scientific Publications Scientific Research SymposiaPreferred Skills:
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Employee Status:
RegularRelocation:
No relocationVISA Sponsorship:
NoTravel Requirements:
25%Flexible Work Arrangements:
RemoteShift:
Not IndicatedValid Driving License:
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N/AJob Posting End Date:
10/26/2025*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFOREthe listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.
Required Experience:
Director
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