Medical Advisor - Oncology

Description Medical Advisor: OncologyAbout TakedaAt Takeda we strive to broaden access to treatment and enhance standards of care for people wherever they live. We focus on sustainably strengthening local health systems in low- and middle-income countries at every stage of the patient journey, while developing an end-to-end access approach to make our highly innovative medicines available as soon as practically possible. Takeda is unwavering in our commitment to patients. With the patient at the center of everything we do, we continue to innovate and drive changes that will better their lives and we are looking for like-minded professionals to join us.Who we are looking for:We are currently looking for a strong healthcare profile with the right attitude to join our Medical team in the role of Medical Advisor: Oncology.Objectives of this role: Responsible for developing and managing the medical strategy for specific therapeutic areas (TA)/ brands and integration of this strategy into the brand plan\s.In-house scientific expert for the specific TA continually reviewing relevant and current scientific literature and providing up-to-date, fair-balanced product-related and clinical information relevant to the TA to internal and external stakeholders.Establish, develop and foster relationships with key external stakeholders through scientific discussions to facilitate and contribute to insight generation, in-depth understanding of the patient journey within specific therapeutic areas (TA) that eventually guides the creation of the medical plan which enables greater access and capability building across the treatment pathway.Assist the Head Medical Affairs in all matters related to medical governance and compliance within the medical function, by putting the patient's needs and safety into focus.Required qualifications and experience:Advanced scientific or clinical degree ex: MBChB; Master's Degree in Life Sciences, PharmD, or Ph.D Preferably 4+ years oncology experience with established relationships in market.Preferably 2+ years of experience in driving and managing the medical strategy for various brands in the pharmaceutical industryPreferably 2+ years clinical / research experienceAccountabilities: Key Opinion Leader (KOL) engagement, partnerships with professional societies & Non-Government Organisations (NGOs)Education and training initiatives enabling early disease identification and optimal management to improve Standards of Care (SoC)Deliver medical / scientific messages relating to product data and disease to selected Key Opinion Leaders identified through stakeholder mapping and according to defined stakeholder engagement plans.Partnerships and scientific support to develop Centres of excellence (CoE)Global partnerships through preceptorships, & scientific engagements to enhance skills and capability across the healthcare systemClinical trial opportunities to drive early experience and advance patient access to medicine pre-registrationSupport and drive Real world evidence (RWE) data generation (internal and external dataContributing to the organization through medical expertise:Apply scientific expertise and customer (patient and prescriber) insights to contribute to the development of the Brand Strategy and develop a Medical Plan for each assigned product.Ensure excellence and timeliness in implementation of the therapeutic area specific medical plansEstablish scientific engagement plan aligned with the TA medical Plan to guide in-field activities (e.g. scientific platform content, presentation of new data)Formulate strategic KOL/Stakeholder engagement plans to inform and assist in evaluating innovative ideas in development of the medical strategyEvaluate execution of plans on an ongoing basis and adapt where necessary to improveRespond to unsolicited requests from HCPs for medical information (including off-label information) related to marketed Takeda products and Takeda pipeline productsReview and approve promotional materials as per Takeda policiesDevelop medical/scientific materials and slide decks as needed (e.g. Advisory board slides) and ensure the content is appropriately reviewed and approved as per Takeda policiesSupport scientific training of internal stakeholders and provide ongoing support and education as neededBuilding capabilities:Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the TA by reviewing the literature, engaging in ongoing scientific exchange with KOLs and other external stakeholders, attend relevant scientific congressesDevelop a TA specific scientific engagement plan aligned with the TA medical Plan to guide in-field activities (e.g. scientific platform content, presentation of new data)Deploy effective measures to complete tasks within time frameCollaborate and participate in cross functional teams to work towards achieving objectives set out in brand plans at a local and regional level where required.Managing and Engaging External Stakeholders:Have a clear understanding of external stakeholder mapping, which will enable development of appropriate and relevant relationships and build networks to meet business objectivesWork with key stakeholders to gain a comprehensive understanding of the patient journey and how it may evolve in the futureDrive Scientific leadership through facilitation of meetings & events with clinical experts to strengthen capacity, improve referral pathways and provide higher quality of careBe customer centric in all actions, listening to spoken and implied feedback and responding in a timely mannerComplying with external regulations and company policies for a best-in class medical contribution for the patients and TA:Have a good understanding of global and local regulations and company policies and how to conduct all activities within that frameworkEnsure that all scientific-medical communications are fair-balanced, based on appropriate scientific evidence, and compliant with local regulatory norms and internal compliance policiesPrioritize patient safety by following all Pharmacovigilance (PV)-related processesAssist the Medical Affairs Head in proactive risk management and recognize when appropriate actions need to be put into place or highlightedAlways uphold the Company's reputationResponsibilities relating to Health System Strengthening (HSS), Patient Services and Patient Advocacy:Support and identify Healthcare System Strengthening initiatives and projectsProvide local, operational support for the Patient Services function, specifically Patient Support ProgramsInteract with, develop and support Patient Advocacy groups and Advocacy initiativesOther duties include:Provide timely, accurate and balanced answers to unsolicited medical enquiries when requiredCollaborate with Regional and Global Medical InformationLiaise with Clinical Research Organisations (CROs) and other vendors for Takeda sponsored global studies as appropriateCollaborate with Global Development Operations functions (e.g. LOC Support)Deliver medical strategy and allocate spend associated with this investment and use of resources to implement strategyTrack/monitor field medical activities in align with activity specific KPIsReview of promo materials and creation of non-promotional materials/ programs to ensure they are on strategy, meet regulatory and internal SOP requirementsEvaluate profile of KOLs utilizing objective, pre-approved scientific criteria to ensure selection of KOLs, and associated engagement plans and actual engagements are in line with brand strategy and compliance frameworkCore competenciesFoster and sustain a valued continuum of professional interchange with major external stakeholders, & their organisations to advance scientific, medical and patient care excellence.Integration of the latest scientific and medical knowledge together with likely future developments to identify needs and then create solutions to build capabilities within the healthcare systemLead the development and approval of clear and practical plans that will assist this transformationBusiness skills and knowledgeCommunication (verbal and written) skills,Ability to form a balanced opinion considering a wide range of medical and scientific informationOther requirements:Own vehicle that can be used for business.Required overseas and local travel from time to timeTime spent in field, relationship management, insights gathering and calling on Key Account Leader in both Public and Private is split 50% in field and 50% Office BasedEmpowering Our People to ShineWe create a diverse, inclusive, safe, open and collaborative working environment in which employees can contribute, perform and grow as individuals. Preference will be given to South African Citizens and Employment Equity Targets.Takeda is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment and to having a workforce that is as diverse as the patients we serve and the communities where we're based. To achieve that inclusivity, we embrace and celebrate our differences, respecting and valuing each other regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or physical appearance. #LI-EN1LocationsJohannesburg, South AfricaWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time