Medical Strategist

Abbott

. Develop and execute integrated medical strategies supporting product development, enhancement, commercialization, and growth .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,300 - $198,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing medical strategies within the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on oncology and breast cancer. Proven ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and align medical insights with business objectives.

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Medical Strategy DevelopmentOncology ExpertiseKOL Engagement PlanningCross-Functional CollaborationProject Management Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Medical AffairsClinical Data TranslationEvidence Generation StrategyCommercialization SupportStrategic PlanningRisk AssessmentMedical MessagingAdvisory Board ExecutionMatrixed Environment LeadershipProduct Development

Soft Skills

Influence LeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteBusiness Technology Platforms

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryDiagnostics IndustryBreast CancerClinical BackgroundMedical Strategy Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute integrated medical strategies supporting product development, enhancement, commercialization, and growth
Facilitate regular medical strategy meetings to review strategy status, shape medical recommendations, and align with broader business strategies
Partner across the Medical organization on evidence generation strategy and planning
Develop and execute KOL engagement plans, including advisory board planning and execution
Translate clinical data into medical messaging supporting marketing and sales training
Provide medical support for commercialization and launch efforts
Coordinate key medical deliverables to drive alignment, collaboration, and cohesive execution
Assess the evolving product landscape to identify evidentiary gaps, risks, and opportunities for differentiation and improvement
Plan and facilitate the annual Innovation Session, synthesizing insights into clear outputs and actions for strategic planning
Maintain collaborative cross-functional relationships and ensure medical perspectives inform business decisions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline
At least 5 years of experience in Medical Strategy, Medical Affairs, or a related function within the pharmaceutical and/or diagnostics industry
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, including overnight or weekend travel as needed
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to quickly learn and effectively use project management, collaboration, and other business technology platforms
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
Strong clinical, medical, or scientific background in oncology, with experience in breast cancer preferred
Experience working in a matrixed environment, leading through influence, and coordinating cross-functional development of medical strategies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, including overnight or weekend travel as needed
Reasonable accommodation for essential job functions
Equal opportunity employment for Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans