Therapeutic Area Lead, Ophthalmology, Saudi Arabia & United Arab Emirates
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Description Therapeutic Area Lead, Ophthalmology, Saudi Arabia & United Arab EmiratesAbout Astellas: At Astellas we can offer an inspiring place to work and a chance to make your mark in doing good for others. Our expertise, science and technology make us a pharma company. Our open and progressive culture is what makes us Astellas. It's a culture of doing good for others and contributing to a sustainable society. Delivering meaningful differences for patients is our driving force. We all have a significant opportunity to make that difference, working locally in the areas we know best, whilst drawing inspiration from the different insights and expertise we have access to globally and from our innovative, external partners. Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn't a buzzword - it's a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division. Our ethos is underpinned by the Astellas Way, comprising five core values: patient focus; ownership; results; openness and integrity. We are proud to offer an inclusive and respectful working environment that fosters collaboration and ownership. Our aspiration is to bring the best brains together, to provide them with world-leading tools and resources and a unique structure that fosters real agility and entrepreneurial spirit. The Opportunity: As a Lead, Therapy Area Ophthalmology for Saudi Arabia and UAE, you will be reporting directly into the Head of Medical Affairs MEA and be based out of our offices in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. You will be responsible for implementing the medical strategy (Core Medical Plan) in the designated therapeutic area at the affiliate level. You would endorse company science-driven partnership and collaboration with medical communities and academic institutions in the country and share internally the external experts' feedbacks and insights to enhance therapy area strategy development & planning process. Hybrid working: At Astellas we recognise that our employees enjoy having balance between their professional and home lives. We are proud of our hybrid approach which empowers you to have flexibility on whether to work from home or in the office. Key Activities for this role: You will be the 2nd level interface of medical affairs with Key External Experts and Healthcare Organizations (field/office work ratio is 50/50). Support medical strategies development and implementation. Support and coordinating with cross function teams, to offer product medical support Develop country-based Medical Plans in alignment with regional brand medical strategy. A Key expert for scientific knowledge to country company staff and advises other business areas on medical and scientific matters as required. Provide external feedbacks and insights to enhance therapy area strategy development and planning process. Essential Knowledge & Experience: Proven experience in medical affairs department with a focus on Ophthalmology therapy area is must. Experience within Saudi Arabia with a global pharmaceutical organization is essential. Profound knowledge in medical compliance and feed-in new related local regulations/requirements Strong written and verbal communication in English and Arabic Preferred Knowledge & Experience: Relevant knowledge and experience with product launches in the region. Educations/Qualifications: Master's Degree in Science, Medical doctor or Pharma D or equivalent. Additional information: This is a permanent, full-time position The position is based in Riyadh, KSA Candidates should be based in KSA This position follows our hybrid working model. Role requires a blend of home and a minimum of 1-2 days in our Saudi office. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office. What We Offer: Chance to be part of an upcoming new product soon to be launched in KSA. A challenging and diversified job in an international setting. Opportunity and support for continuous development. Inspiring work climate. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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