Therapeutic Area Lead Mea Solid Tumor & Cdx

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Oncology is a key therapeutic area for AbbVie, with a portfolio consisting of three marketed products \xe2\x80\x94 Imbruvica, Venclexta, and Empliciti \xe2\x80\x94 and a pipeline containing multiple promising new molecules that are being studied in nearly 200 clinical trials in 19 different types of cancer. The MEA Lead Solid tumors & companion Diagnostics is responsible for co-planning and executing of the solid tumors, Biomarker and Companion Diagnostics Medical Affairs strategy across the Oncology portfolio in MEA. Works closely with MEA cross-functional affiliate and region teams for coordination of solid tumors, biomarker and companion diagnostic activities and strategy & execution. The role reports to MEAR regional MD with dotted line reporting to Intercontinental Oncology TA Head Key Responsibilities :-
  • Develop and coordinate the overarching Solid tumor, Biomarker and CDx strategy across projects in Oncology
  • Lead the development and implementation of solid tumors, biomarker and diagnostic strategies for individual projects and/or therapeutic areas
  • Establish and maintain external engagement/field interactions with key HCPs including and not limited to medical oncologists, pathologists, oncology pharmacists, laboratory stakeholders.
  • Apply experience and expertise of Oncology technical, scientific and medical knowledge to Medical plans and tactics internally; collaborate with different stakeholders including and not limited to affiliate and region medical, market access, commercial, regulatory and pharmacovigilance teams as well as ensure internal readiness and training of the relevant internal stakeholders.
  • Lead the relevant oncology, CDx market understanding activities ( understanding epidemiology, mapping external stakeholders, understanding patient and tissue journey, understanding current SoC, guidelines, etc).
  • Responsible for understanding the regulatory requirements related to clinical studies and accountable for complying with those requirements. Serves as the scientific team interface for key regulatory discussions.
  • May act as medical/scientific leader for projects within an area or across several areas.
  • May assist in the development of scientifically accurate marketing materials, medical education programs, advisories, and symposia.
  • May assist with the scientific review, development, execution and communication of affiliate/ regional medical affairs sponsored or supported clinical research activities.
  • Initiate research projects and drive them to completion, resulting in high quality publications.
  • May lead cross functional sub teams responsible for discrete projects within the therapeutic area (individual publications or study collaborations).
  • No direct supervisory responsibility. Effectively guide scientific personnel within the matrixed Oncology Therapeutic Area.

Qualifications & Experience :- Requirements :-
  • Advanced education (e.g., MD, PhD, PharmD) required.
  • Overall 10 yrs experience in the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent; with at least 3 years of Oncology therapeutic area experience including at least two in medical affairs.
  • Experience with CDx development and Immunology-Oncology is desired
  • Management and leadership experience at project level, experience with strategic initiatives
  • Proven leadership skills in a cross-functional team environment. .
  • Ability to interact externally and internally to support business strategy.
  • Ability to run a clinical study or medical affairs team independently with little supervision.
  • Knowledge of clinical trial methodology, regulatory requirements governing clinical trials and experience in development strategy and the design of protocols.
  • Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently establishing foundation of Solid tumors and CDx in MEAR countries.
  • The role is 50% office based & 50% field based.
  • Travel expectations: 30% of Time


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  • Job Id
    JD1599118
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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