Therapy Area Medical Head, Oncology (Associate Director)
Core
Lead an oncology therapy area team in the UK, coordinating office-based and field medical activities to deliver strategic medical plans and support the full product lifecycle.
Role type
Associate Director, Medical Affairs (Oncology)
Builds
Medical affairs strategies, annual plans, and evidence generation programs for oncology medicines.
Domain
Pharmaceutical industry, Oncology, UK Healthcare (NHS)
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Strategic leadership, Team management, Medical affairs planning, Stakeholder engagement, Budget management, Compliance (ABPI Code), Cross-functional collaboration, Scientific communication, Resource planning, Change management
Preferred skills
Oncology clinical experience, Product launch experience, Organizational transformation experience
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a team of Medical Advisors; Set strategic direction for the therapy area; Drive delivery of annual medical plans; Identify innovative approaches to medical engagement; Contribute to organizational priorities and culture; Build cross-functional partnerships; Ensure compliance, governance, and budget accountability.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with line management responsibilities
