Medical Director BBU & RDU Andean
Core
Lead country medical strategy and execution for Biopharmaceuticals Business Unit (BBU) and Rare Disease (RD) across the Andean region, serving patients and advancing clinical practice.
Role type
Senior Medical Director (Country/Regional)
Builds
Country medical plans, evidence generation programs, and integrated brand strategies for cardiovascular, renal, respiratory, vaccines, and rare diseases.
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals, Rare Diseases, Andean Region Healthcare
Required skills
Strategic planning, Evidence generation (RWE/HEOR), Stakeholder engagement (KOLs/Payers), Medical governance, Team leadership, Budget management, Regulatory compliance
Preferred skills
Experience in Andean healthcare systems, Rare disease expertise, Cross-functional influence
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end country medical plan and KPIs; 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 HTA submissions; Lead, coach, and develop MSL managers; Recruit and mentor medical teams; Oversee safety surveillance and risk management; Manage medical budget and vendor oversight.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities