Role overview and responsabilities

The Medical Affairs Manager Respiratory Diseases is accountable for the development and execution of the medical strategy for the assigned therapeutic area, generating scientific evidence to support product strategy, safety and efficacy. The role drives innovation in medical communication through cross-functional collaboration and engagement with Key Opinion Leaders.

• Act as a medical expert in the Respiratory therapeutic area, identifying innovative approaches to shape and advance the Medical Affairs strategy.
• Develop and drive the execution of Global Medical Affairs strategic plans, working cross-functionally to support Zambon Affiliates and brand strategies throughout the product lifecycle.
• Lead and support evidence generation activities, including the design, conduction and publication of clinical trials and RWE studies, addressing scientific needs and data gaps.
• Provide medical and scientific expertise to brand and cross-functional teams, contributing to strategic planning, product positioning and a patient-centric approach.
• Identify and engage relevant Key Opinion Leaders and external experts, building strong scientific partnerships and stakeholder networks.
• Provide medical input into clinical development plans, study proposals and protocols, assessing their scientific value, strategic relevance and resource requirements.
• Contribute and manage medical advisory boards, scientific events, publications and other scientific initiatives, collaborating with internal and external medical experts.
• Champion digital health and medical innovation initiatives, supporting new approaches to scientific communication and engagement.
• Be accountable for the medical development and review of promotional and non-promotional materials and activities, ensuring scientific accuracy and compliance with applicable pharmaceutical industry policies, laws and regulations.
• Provide scientific and medical support for regulatory submissions, renewals, pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety documentation, in collaboration with Regulatory Affairs and relevant functions.
• Deliver training on products and therapeutic areas to internal teams as required.
• Contribute to strategic cross-functional and cross-divisional projects relevant to the company and therapeutic area.

What we are looking for

• Scientific degree (MD, PharmD, Biology or equivalent) required.
• English fluent.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience in medical affairs or related field: 2-5 year.
• Strong scientific background, personal maturity and professional attitude.
• Good communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret and convey complex scientific information to diverse audiences
• Networking
• Negotiation skills
• Team working
• Decision Making
• Leadership
• Communication

Applicable CBA: CCNL Chimico Farmaceutico
Salary range: €65.000 - €75.000 gross per year
Variable pay: Eligible for MBO