Global Medical Alliance Lead

Medison Pharma

. Lead medical relationships with assigned strategic partners and serve as the primary medical point of contact .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeSwitzerlandSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Medical Affairs with a focus on strategic partner engagement, lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration within the pharmaceutical industry. Proven ability to lead medical strategy and deliver impactful medical education and scientific exchange initiatives.

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Advanced Degree In Life SciencesLeadership In Pharmaceutical Medical AffairsExperience In CardiologyProject Management SkillsFluency In English

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Hard Skills

Medical Strategy DevelopmentLifecycle ManagementScientific ExchangeMedical EducationInsight GenerationProduct Launch PlanningCross-Functional CoordinationStakeholder EngagementBrand Lifecycle UnderstandingGlobal Product Experience

Soft Skills

Excellent Oral CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsNegotiation SkillsProblem-Solving Ability

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical Industry DynamicsTherapeutic AreaKOL EngagementMatrix OrganizationBusiness Acumen

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead medical relationships with assigned strategic partners and serve as the primary medical point of contact
Ensure alignment of Medical Affairs activities across Medison's markets
Collaborate with Commercial Alliance Leads and cross-functional Alliance Teams
Drive partner-related medical strategy, planning, and execution throughout assigned assets' lifecycles
Oversee medical plans, business reviews, scientific exchange, medical education, insight generation, training initiatives, congress activities, and lifecycle management
Coordinate medical aspects of partner onboarding, product launches, lifecycle management initiatives, governance meetings, and portfolio optimization
Represent Global Medical Affairs in cross-functional Alliance Team meetings and governance forums
Lead medical strategy from launch preparation through launch and across the full product lifecycle
Develop and implement Global Medical Affairs activities for assets within the assigned Therapeutic Area
Align medical strategy, scientific content, and key messaging across functions and regions
Design, implement, and continuously optimize Medical Affairs initiatives
Develop and maintain Medical Affairs components of brand plans
Oversee local implementation through scientific events, educational materials, digital platforms, and other engagement channels
Support medical education, scientific exchange, insight generation, and evidence-generation initiatives
Coordinate Medical Affairs strategy for congresses, advisory boards, symposia, and other medical events
Provide medical leadership in engagements with alliance partners, KOLs, advisory boards, academic institutions, scientific societies, patient advocacy groups, and other stakeholders
Establish and manage collaborative relationships with external stakeholders, partners, and vendors
Provide scientific and Medical Affairs expertise through review of medical deliverables, medical information materials, scientific communications, and promotional materials
Review and approve assigned brand-related medical content, educational materials, scientific communications, publications, and KOL engagement plans
Deliver medical-scientific training and education to internal and external stakeholders
Report to the Vice President, Medical Affairs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced Degree in life sciences such as M.D, PhD or PharmD or DVM
At least 6 years of demonstrated regional or global leadership in a pharmaceutical Medical Affairs role
Experience working in the field of cardiology and highly innovative therapies is mandatory
M.D. with specialty and experience in cardiology is an advantage
Experience working on global products, engaging with international KOLs, and delivering on a global value proposition for assets under the Therapeutic Area scope
Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical industry dynamics and trends, including understanding of the brand lifecycle from cross-functional perspectives such as marketing, pricing and reimbursement, and supply chain
Previous Medical Affairs experience in product launches, planning across markets, and cross-functional coordination
Project management skills and good business acumen
Fluency in English
Proven experience and understanding of multiple regional/country markets
Deep understanding of the brands/therapeutic area and stakeholders' needs
Mobile and willing to travel as needed
Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to maintain professional and trusting relationships
Advanced interpersonal and negotiation skills, including success in positively influencing key stakeholders
Ability to proactively predict issues and solve problems
Ability to work effectively in complex matrix environments and drive decision-making and communication within multidisciplinary, multiregional matrix teams
Diplomacy and positive influencing abilities
Ability to work with senior members of Medison Partners and international vendors
Systemic and strategic approach
Ability to learn
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Creative mindset
Ability to handle changes with agility
Ability to lead in a matrix organization and motivate employees
Good presentation skills to an audience in English
Good work ethics