CSL Vifor is currently looking for a Country Medical Director Iberia to be based at our office in Barcelona. CSL Vifor is a global leader in nephrology, iron deficiency, and rare diseases, committed to improving patient outcomes through innovation and scientific excellence. We are seeking an experienced and strategic Country Medical Director Iberia to lead our medical affairs activities.

In this key leadership role, you will drive medical strategy, engage with key stakeholders, and ensure the highest standards of scientific and clinical excellence. If you are a medical leader looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and patient-focused organization, we invite you to join us. The tasks and responsibilities will be the following:

Tasks

Acts as local role model for all aspects of local Medical activities
Develop and maintain up to date scientific and medical knowledge and expertise (TAs and products)
Develop and lead a highly motivated and well-trained Medical team. Set clear objectives to members of the team, e.g., clear medical plan including key deliverables for Medical Leads, Managers/ Advisors and MSLs
Coach team members regarding key competencies and monitor performance on the ongoing bases, take actions to course correct when required
Bring health care / clinical practice expertise, therapeutic area knowledge, medical insights and understanding of the local Compliance system to country senior leadership to guide strategic and operational planning and execution
Ensure close and regular collaboration with brand leads and market access to shape the brand strategy and support the local / regional access plans/submissions
Develop and implement all aspects of annual country medical plan aligned with country strategies
Share local Medical insights, and align local Medical planning and execution with HQ Medical teams
Deploy Medical budget according to strategy
Oversee local Medical budget planning and tracking
Identify, develop and maintain effective engagement with external stakeholder (clinical and non-clinical) and professional organisations
Build positive working relationship with Health authorities (Health care Policy shaping) and be deeply involved in access strategy development and implementation to assure access
Ensure development of local evidence generation plan and compliant implementation of data generation activities. Provide medical leadership to Investigator Initiated Studies (IIS)
Ensure compliant implementation of medical communication plan, e.g. disease awareness, medical education, and country congress activities
Act as company spokesperson for topics assigned by General Manager
Advise country leadership team on field based medical team deployment and proactively define resources gaps. Build strong case for optimal resources when required or define the strategy to bridge resource gaps.
Analyse and utilize activities of and insights from field based medical team through the CRM
Approval of Local Key Information Documents (LKID) used by medical information to respond to medical enquiries
Ensure compliance of Medical deliverables with local laws, regulations & codes, and internal processes
Ensure compliance of local Medical processes with internal global processes and guidance
Ensure all medical and scientific information are provided, as required by local rules, laws and regulations
Medical governance (development, approval and sign off) of processes and local materials
Review and approval of local materials and HCP engagements

The knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of this position are typically acquired through the following combination of education, experience and knowledge, or the equivalent.

Minimum Requirements

Medical Education (MD); Pharm D ; PhD
Minimum of 7 years’ experience with pharma industry in Medical Affairs and/ or Clinical Development at affiliate level
Minimum 2 years proven experience in people management in Medical Affairs with strong leadership
Experience with local health care compliance topics
Proven relationship building skills with internal and external stakeholders
Working knowledge of commercialization and business practices, as well as budgeting experience
Fluent in Spanish and English (verbal and writing)

Preferred Requirements

Medical Education (MD)
Medical specialization and/ or clinical / research experience in Internal Medicine, Nephrology or Cardiology
10 years’ experience with pharma industry in Medical Affairs and/ or Clinical Development at affiliate level and regional or global headquarters
At least 5 years proven experience in people management in Medical Affairs with strong leadership
Experience with non-interventional study management and conduct
Publication track record
Working knowledge in Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance and Quality Management

About CSL Vifor

CSL Vifor aims to become the global leader in iron deficiency and nephrology.

The company is a partner of choice for pharmaceuticals and innovative patient-focused solutions across iron, dialysis, nephrology and rare conditions. CSL Vifor strives to help patients around the world with severe, chronic and rare diseases lead better, healthier lives. It specializes in strategic global partnering, in-licensing and developing, manufacturing and marketing pharmaceutical products for precision patient care.

For more information, please visit viforpharma.com