Project Management

• Through the team, support the Asset Medical Strategy
• Coordinate between respective medical teams to ensure effective management and conclude ongoing projects on time and on budget
• In charge of supporting the Therapeutic Areas for the budget, LRP, F1/F2
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor budget performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure financial transparency
• Lead and oversee multiple concurrent projects within the Medical Affairs department, ensuring adherence to timelines, milestones, and objectives
• Mitigate risks and implement strategies to overcome project-related challenges

Medical governance oversight

• Oversees governance strategies and the framework of planning, prioritizing, conducting, tracking, and reporting on medical activities that includes:
  • Due diligence support on acquisitions
  • Lead on cross-functional collaboration projects
• Data Generation: consisting of organizing and managing the review and approval process of Medical and HEOR programs/studies:
  • Company Sponsored Studies (CSSs)
  • IS/NIS (including but not limited to, prospective studies, SUDs, primary data collection surveys, Delphi panels…);
  • Investigator Sponsored Studies (ISSs)
  • Patient Support Programs (PSPs)
• Responsible for the overall governance of different strategic Medical Programs within the larger scope of Medical, including the identification, harmonization, and optimization of our Excellence in Execution, Processes, SOPs, Policies, and Guidance documents.
• Oversee and periodically review the overall governance framework for the medical programs; ensure it is fit for purpose and provide clear accountable decision-making and oversight.
• Ensure compliance with constitutional and regulatory requirements for the organization.
• Creation and implementation of simple and consistent process escalation, clear accountabilities, and decision-making at the appropriate level
• Co-ordinate regular communication across the global medical community

Develop & Elevate Field Medical

• Strategic oversight, consistency across geographies, governance, and integration of the global Medical Science Liaison (MSL) within Global Medical strategy.
• Supervise the building, shaping, and continuously elevating Ipsen's Medical Science Liaison function as a world-class, globally integrated field medical force.
• The incumbent provides the vision, direction
• Ensure Field Medical strategy, operating model, and execution are fully aligned with Ipsen’s medical, R&D, and portfolio priorities.
• Ensure the MSL model, priorities, and capabilities are fully aligned with Ipsen’s scientific, evidence-generation, and patient-impact ambitions.
• Lead, coach, and hold accountable the Global Head of Field Medical, overseeing performance, impact, succession, and long-term capability development of the global MSL organization.
• Hold ultimate accountability for ethics, compliance, and risk, acting as the escalation point for complex scientific, regulatory, or reputational matters across Medical and Field Medical activities.

Knowledge, abilities & experience

• Advanced degree in Medicine (MD) or Life Sciences; additional business or management qualifications are desirable.
• Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in medical affairs, clinical development, or a related field within the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven leadership experience, preferably in a global or regional capacity.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Key Technical Competencies Required

• Patient Champions, who put patients first and uphold strict ethical standards
• Entrepreneurial Operators, who drive toward practical solutions and have an ownership mindset
• Truth Seekers, who are detailed, rational, and humble problem solvers
• Individuals Who Inspire Excellence in themselves and those around them
• High-quality executors, who execute against goals and milestones with quality

Education, Experience & Skills Requirements

• Progressive experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with a strong focus on Medical Affairs
• Proven ability to ensure that all Medical Affairs activities and operations are conducted in compliance with regulatory and ethical standards
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools to oversee complex, multifaceted projects with cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Medical Science Liaisons, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, and Commercial teams
• Exceptional attention to detail in all aspects of work, including budget management, documentation, and project planning
• And, most importantly, a genuine passion for improving patient lives through scientific innovation

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Nous nous engageons à créer un lieu de travail où chacun se sent écouté, valorisé et soutenu, où nous incarnons « The Real Us». La valeur que nous accordons aux différentes perspectives et expériences motive notre engagement en faveur de l'inclusion et de l'égalité des chances. Lorsque nous intégrons des modes de pensée diversifiés, nous prenons des décisions plus réfléchies et découvrons des solutions plus innovantes. Ensemble, nous nous efforçons de mieux comprendre les communautés que nous servons. Cela signifie que nous voulons également vous aider à donner le meilleur de vous-même lorsque vous postulez à un poste chez nous. Si vous avez besoin d'aménagements ou d'aide pendant le processus de candidature, veuillez en informer l'équipe de recrutement. Ces informations seront traitées avec soin et n'auront aucune incidence sur le résultat de votre candidature.

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