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Senior Medical Manager, Oncology

• Provide country perspective for the oncology assets at Oncology reviews and planning (together with country Commercial/marketing, Regulatory Affairs, and Legal functions) 

• Medical input into assigned brand cross functional team and where necessary into local Customer based marketing initiatives 

• To interact with and develop enduring relationships with national opinion leaders, national advisors on clinical practice, contributors to national guidelines and management protocols 

• To communicate customer feedback on product development and life-cycle strategies 

• Dissemination of recent scientific knowledge/data on Oncology portfolio in approved indications 

• Communication of recent scientific knowledge/data on Oncology portfolio in off-label indications and on Oncology products in development upon request 

• To provide quality scientific presentations at internal and external meetings 

• Soliciting feedback on clinical trial programs and protocols (feasibility) from potential investigators for Oncology portfolio 

• Management of IIRs-presentation of proposal, internal scientific review, & conduct follow up 

• Conception, management and implementation of observational (Non Interventional) studies 

• Collaborate with oncology medical teams to support development of a strategic regional/country publication plans. 

• Medical lead for local/national advisory boards: – Advisory Boards conduct to gather expert guidance to advise medical planning. – Provide input into regional Advisory Board planning, support implementation and presentations (as needed). 

• Conduct of medical to Medical Local medical education activities 

• Medical support for formulary applications when needed 

• Provide country oncology medical leadership, support and guidance for label updates and responses to regulatory requests when needed. 

• Provide country medical support, analysis, and guidance for drug safety updates or issues pertaining to oncology portfolio. 

• Deal with customer enquiries on drug safety issues for Oncology portfolio 

• Medical societies identification and collaboration relevant to Oncology BU 

• Medical support for other customer facing teams, including medical training 

• Provides a critical review and medical input into promotional materials and marketing strategy. 

• Partner with legal, regulatory and marketing colleagues to ensure compliant, accurate and high quality content of all promotional and training materials

Technical skills required and/or preferred, as applicable. 

• A good understanding of clinical research as well as the ability to critically evaluate clinical studies whether a protocol or a publication 

• An understanding of the national and regional health environment including its structure, policy, key members and scientific societies 

• An understanding of the process of drug development 

• Knowledge of the relevant and applicable Codes of Practice, SOPs, regulations and guidelines as they apply to the function. 

• Knowledge of pharmacovigilance and regulatory legislation and how it impacts the product portfolio 

• Strong business acumen- Knows the industry; knowledgeable in current and possible future trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization; knows the competition; is aware of how strategies and tactics work in the marketplace. 

• HCP focus- Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customer’s products and services; always focused on patient safety first, establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers 

• Organization alignment- Is aligned with the culture, values and mission; operates with the mission and values in mind; encourages others to act in a manner aligned with organizational culture, values and mission. 

• Results driven- Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

Equity Candidates preferred.

Send your updated CV  to Vicki  at vicki@medicalcareers.co.za