Country Medical Lead, Switzerland & Austria (remote)
Job Description
JobTitle:Sr.MedicalAffairsManager,Switzerland & Austria(CH/AT)
Department:Medical Affairs
Manager/Supervisor:Medical Affairs Director,Europe
FLSAStatus:Exempt
Position Overview:
The MedicalAffairsLeadforSwitzerland & Austriaisaccountablefor developing and executingtheMedical Affairs strategyforthe2countries.They lead the creation and execution ofthecountry medical plansin alignment with the businessobjectivesof theInsulet’saffiliate.Themedical plansencompassvalue-generating activities onmedicaleducation,evidence generation and dissemination, HCP and KOL engagement, andinternalknowledge and insights translation.The Medical AffairsSr.Managerleads, alignswithandinfluencesa number ofcross-functional partners(commercial, marketing, market access, regulatory, sales excellence)inAustria & Switzerlandto ensure proper execution of themedical plans.
TheMedical AffairsSr.Manageris akeymember of theDACHleadership team. Theywork closely withInsulet’saffiliate cross-functionalteamto ensure the information, education, and research needs of HCPs are met and to ensure scientific and technical training needs of commercial and advocacy organizations areidentifiedand met.
One of theprioritiesfor this individual will bekey opinion leader (KOL) engagementand local evidence generation. This includes establishing, fostering,cultivatingandmaintainingrelationships with KOLs as a conduit foraccurateand updated clinical,scientificand medical information between KOLs and the company.The person will also ensure local evidence is being generated, fulfilling local needs and in alignment with the global evidence generation strategy.
This role works closely with Global andotherin-country Medical Affairscolleagues to lead the development of robustcountrylaunch plansfor newproducts,andexecutesthem with excellence.Theywill have andmaintainan in-depth understanding of diabetes, the currentand futuretreatment landscapealong withongoing clinicalresearchwith a focus on the diabetes device market.
This individual has leadership responsibilities to ensure the execution of all above tasks.They will be responsible to lead a team in the development and successful execution of medical strategies and tactics that enhances regulatory approval, customeraccessand adoption ofOmnipodproducts in the region.
Responsibilities:
Supervise country and regional Medical Affairs staff focused on delivering the medicalobjectivesfor the region by providing direction, guidance and oversight of assigned projects and accountabilities
Develop and lead the execution of the Medical Affairs strategy at a countryand regionallevelthrough cross-functional collaboration and influence– supporting efficient go-to-market plansforSwitzerland & Austria
Lead,establishand execute the local medical education plans forSwitzerland & Austria:educate HCP with online/in-personblended offerings (on-demand, webinars, Peer-to-Peer training),delivermedicaleducation at congresses and symposiums,support product training with generation and delivery of medical content
Inform & strategize evidence generation plans, in answer tofulfilmarket access, regulatory and marketing needs
Support the local execution ofInsulet-sponsored and Investigator-Initiated trials
Disseminate evidencewithin local markets
Identifyand engage with HCP to inform and seek advice on the company’s solutions, through the execution of advisoryboards,clinical activity,scientificExchangeandeducational Events
Establish andmaintaincredible peer-to-peer scientific relationships with nationaland regionalKOLs
Build confidence and advocacy among key external influencers (KOLs)
Build and share knowledge with internal and external stakeholdersregardingthe use and benefits of current and futureInsuletproducts
Work collaboratively with cross-functional partners
Translate clinical data into scientifically sound, tangible insights and claims
Review and approveexternally-facingmaterials for scientific and medical accuracy
Review scientific and medical content forexternally-facingcontent, using the Veeva system
Answer HCP medical queries
Assistwith sales events such as pump clinics, pump support groups, info sessions, in-the-office educational events, patient info nights, advocacyevents,etc.
Maintain a thorough and detailed working knowledge of the organization and its products, current scientificresearchand publications
Performs other duties asrequired
Key Decision Rights
Local/RegionalMedical strategy, including launch plans;KOL engagementactivity;Medical EducationactivitiesforSwitzerland & Austria
Education and Experience:
MD, PharmD, PhD or MS in life scienceor an equivalent
Strong and relevantor equivalentMedical Affairs experience in diabeteswithin thepharmaceutical or medical device industry
In-depth understanding of the diabetes disease state, the current/future treatment landscape, and ongoing clinical trials/research
Understanding of thecountrymedical practice and clinical decision-makingregardingpatient care for diabetes
Skills/Competencies:
Proven leader in Medical Affairs including developing and leading the implementation of medical strategy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skillsin bothGermanandEnglish
Knowledge of French language is considered a plus
Broad understanding of the international commercial and regulatory environment for medical devices
Strong scientific acumen and attention to detail
Combined strategic thinking and execution skills
Demonstrated ability to integrate, lead and influencein a challenging cross-functionalenvironment.
High ethical standards which apply to interactions with HCPs, payers, and industry representatives
Physical Requirements (if applicable):
Location:Germany, Switzerland, Austria
This role will involve frequent travel,approximately30-40%mainlyintheDACHregionand within international region on occasions (conferences,medical education events,internal meetings).
Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod product platform. The Omnipod Insulin Management System provides a unique alternative to traditional insulin delivery methods. With its simple, wearable design, the tubeless disposable Pod provides up to three days of non-stop insulin delivery, without the need to see or handle a needle. Insulet’s flagship innovation, the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System, integrates with a continuous glucose monitor to manage blood sugar with no multiple daily injections, zero fingersticks, and can be controlled by a compatible personal smartphone in the U.S. or by the Omnipod 5 Controller. Insulet also leverages the unique design of its Pod by tailoring its Omnipod technology platform for the delivery of non-insulin subcutaneous drugs across other therapeutic areas. For more information, please visit insulet.com and omnipod.com.
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