Medical Affairs Manager Oncology at Johnson & Johnson

We are looking for a Medical Affairs Manager for Oncology.

• To lead the local Medical Affairs team in oncology to realizing company goals through execution of the medical affairs plan
• To enhance the collaboration, support and communication between the Medical Affairs Team and relevant cross-functional stakeholders (HEMAR, Sales and marketing, …) for the oncology portfolio
• To develop and maintain connection with external stakeholders to discuss Janssen products, treatment trends & clinical studies through high quality scientific communication and projects

The Responsibilities & The Impact YOU Will Have

• Coach and develop direct reports (Medical Scientific Liaisons (MSL) and Medical Education Project Specialist) to deliver the projects and tactics
• Champion a working environment within the medical team that cultivates open communication, high performance, diversity and inclusion, compliance and positive work-life balance
• To keep abreast of the latest medical and scientific knowledge in Oncology
• Support the sharing of knowledge to ensure expertise of the teams with training requirements, whilst acting as a reference point for scientific queries
• To lead the development of the Medical Affairs strategy and products plan, in line with the regional and local strategy
• Responsible for the execution and the budget follow-up of the plan
• Organize & participate in Medical Education activities & advisory boards
• Drive Early-Access Programs and data generation projects
• Support production of Medical Education programs and scientific materials
• Support as a medical and technical expert the access team
• Support Medical review and approval of market research and promotional materials on accordance with internal procedures and applicable external regulations
• Ensure representation and participation of South Africa in the internal regional meetings
• Develop and maintain connection with external stakeholders to discuss Janssen products, treatment trends & clinical studies through high quality scientific communication and projects

Qualifications

We’d love to hear from YOU, if you have:

• This position requires a minimum of advanced medical/scientific degree (MBChB or MD, PharmD, PhD)
• A Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience within the pharma industry, medical affairs or oncology (that could be potentially MSL, Medical Manager or Advisor but also Medical Affairs experience working with clinics, hospitals or medical schemes)
• Clear understanding of the Oncology strategy
• Leadership and mentoring skills
• Collaboration and teamwork spirit
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
• Communication and proactivity
• External focus and relationship