Job Purpose:

As therapeutic area scientific expert for the Gastroenterology portfolio is:


To enhance the collaboration, support and communication between the local and Emerging Markets Medical Affairs Team for the Gastroenterology portfolio and relevant cross-function stakeholders
To discuss Janssen products, treatment trends & clinical studies through high quality scientific communication with external stakeholders
To contribute to realizing company goals through the medical affairs plan


Main Duties and responsibilities:


To keep abreast of the latest medical and scientific knowledge in the therapeutic area
To develop and maintain a contact network with Leading Specialists
To provide strategic input to the company medical affairs plan & business decision-making
Proactive and reactive communication of medical scientific data to Leading Specialists & other external customers
Reactive assistance with Named Patient Programs
Organizing & participating in medical education activities & advisory boards
Supporting other departments with training requirements, whilst acting as a reference point for scientific queries


Qualifications 

Qualification & Experience


Science degree: MBChB/MBBCh, PhD, Masters or Pharmacist
Prefer at least 2 years working experience in pharmaceutical industry or research company and with competency in a project management capacity.
Medical and clinical experience (preferred)
Deep scientific knowledge on the therapeutic area
Excellent communication skills
Business Acumen
Ability to work within a matrix – to work independently, as well as part of a team


Core Competencies


Deep scientific knowledge in the therapeutic area
Communication and presentation skills
Business acumen
Teamwork, leadership and influencing skills
  • Johannesburg