Associate Director, Medical Affairs – APAC

Ascendis Pharma

. Serve as the scientific expert for medical affairs across APAC .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • Hong Kong, Singapore, MalaysiaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical affairs with a focus on strategic planning, stakeholder management, and compliance in APAC markets. Proficient in leading medical education programs and developing clinical evidence in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Degree (MD / PhD / PharmD)7+ Years of Experience in Medical AffairsKnowledge in Rare DiseasesFluency in English and MandarinLeadership and Stakeholder Management Skills

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Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingCritical ThinkingOral and Written Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem Solving

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsCompliance in APAC MarketsKOL RelationshipsCompassionate Use ProgramsClinical TrendsReal-World EvidenceLifecycle ManagementMedical Education ProgramsDynamic Environment AdaptabilityVendor Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the scientific expert for medical affairs across APAC
Design and implement medical strategies and tactical plans
Support development of clinical and real-world evidence
Input into lifecycle management activities as needed
Oversee compassionate use programs and grants as needed
Apply deep understanding of compliance in APAC markets
Establish and nurture relationships with KOLs and key centres in international markets
Monitor competitive landscape, new therapies, and clinical trends
Lead medical education programs targeted to APAC in collaboration with therapeutic area medical leads
Collaborate with IM medical, commercial, business operations, and other functions
Manage key external vendors and agencies to ensure optimal delivery
Provide mentorship and functional leadership to medical teams and stakeholders
Report to the Head of International Medical Affairs
Work closely with medical directors, the APAC commercial manager, and internal Ascendis teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree (MD / PhD / PharmD) in life sciences
7+ years of experience in medical affairs
Substantial knowledge / experience in rare diseases
Must speak English and Mandarin
Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management skills
Ability to perform effectively in a dynamic environment
Proven strategic and critical thinking
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proven organizational skills
Ability to lead directly and indirectly by influence
Strong problem solving, conflict resolution and analysis skills
Flexibility to adapt culturally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Expected to be a remote role
Approximately 25% travel flexibility
Flexibility in work hours to accommodate global time zones
Leadership impact in a multicultural, fast-paced environment