Medical Advisor – Medical Lead

ADVANZ PHARMA

. Serve as the medical and scientific expert for Photofrin and Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $127,500 - $157,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Medical Affairs and scientific communication, with a strong background in drug development and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to engage healthcare professionals and lead medical education initiatives while ensuring alignment with company strategies.

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Medical Affairs ExperienceOncology ExperienceRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeStakeholder Engagement SkillsScientific Training Development

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Hard Skills

Advanced Degree (MD, PharmD, PhD)Drug Development KnowledgeMedical Affairs ProcessesClinical Research SupportHealthcare Engagement Activities

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsSolution-Oriented ApproachAbility to Work IndependentlyOwnership and Decision-Making

Industry Keywords

PhotofrinPhotodynamic TherapyBiopharmaceutical IndustryMedical Science LiaisonCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the medical and scientific expert for Photofrin and Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
Develop and maintain relationships with healthcare professionals, key opinion leaders and external experts
Provide scientific exchange and respond to medical information requests
Develop and execute local Medical Affairs plans aligned with global strategy
Lead and support medical education initiatives, advisory boards, congress participation and disease awareness activities
Deliver scientific training and education programmes to commercial teams and internal stakeholders
Support investigator-initiated studies and clinical research activities
Provide medical and scientific input to Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Market Access and Commercial initiatives
Act as Local Healthcare Compliance Responsible Person and ensure compliance with regulations and company policies
Monitor scientific developments, competitive activity and emerging trends in relevant therapeutic areas
Take ownership of medical affairs activities across the US for Photofrin and PDT
Combine office-based Medical Adviser responsibilities with field-based Medical Science Liaison activity

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in a relevant scientific discipline such as MD, PharmD or PhD preferred
Candidates with an undergraduate degree in a relevant scientific discipline and significant relevant industry experience will also be considered
Significant experience within the US pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry
Strong Medical Affairs experience or a relevant scientific background with demonstrated industry experience
Experience engaging healthcare professionals and developing external scientific relationships
Knowledge of drug development, medical affairs and commercialisation processes
Understanding of the US regulatory and compliance environment, including review of healthcare engagement activities and medical materials
Experience working effectively within cross-functional and matrix organisations
Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work independently, take ownership and make informed decisions
Oncology, medical device, drug-device combination or Medical Science Liaison experience would be advantageous
Positive and solution-oriented approach; ability to embrace change
Alignment with company values of entrepreneurship, speed and integrity
Fortnightly travel to Chicago and 40–50% national travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Bonus Plan: 20% of base salary
Rewards & Recognition Programme
Long Service Award
Employee Assistance Programme
Birthday leave
Wellbeing day
Volunteering leave
Compassionate leave
Work from Anywhere (subject to local legislation)
20 vacation days, plus 5 sick days and 2 personal days, in addition to public holidays and global leave days
401k Pension: $1 for $1 up to 3% employer matching
Healthcare, Dental & Vision with employer contribution
Life and AD&D Insurance & Long-term Disability employer paid
$40 Internet allowance per month
Comprehensive global benefits package supporting health, wellbeing, and professional growth
Agile and flexible working arrangements
Continuous development support