Medical Director BBU & RDU Andean
Core
Lead country medical strategy and execution for Biopharmaceuticals Business Unit (BBU) and Rare Disease portfolios across the Andean region, ensuring scientific leadership and compliant medical engagement.
Role type
Senior Medical Director (Country)
Builds
Country medical plans, evidence generation programs, and integrated brand strategies for BBU therapeutic areas and rare diseases.
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals, Rare Diseases, Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism, Respiratory, Vaccines & Immune Therapies
Required skills
Strategic planning, Evidence generation (RWE/HEOR), Stakeholder engagement (KOLs, payers, HTA), Regulatory compliance, Team leadership, Budget management, Cross-functional collaboration, Medical education oversight, Safety surveillance, Scientific communication
Preferred skills
Experience in Andean healthcare systems, Expertise in rare diseases and BBU, Fluency in integrated brand planning
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end country medical plan aligned with global priorities; Serve as senior scientific authority for assigned therapeutic areas; Lead local evidence plans including non-interventional studies and post-authorization commitments; Build strategic relationships with scientific leaders and patient organizations; Ensure compliance with local regulations and industry codes; Drive publication plans and scientific narratives; Co-lead with Commercial and Market Access on brand plans and value propositions; Lead, coach, and develop Medical Science Liaison (MSL) teams; Manage medical budget and vendor oversight; Ensure robust safety surveillance and risk management.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities