Make your mark for patients
We are looking for a Medical Solutions Lead Rheum/Osteo who has a passion for science, is eager to improve patient health and is excited to join us in our energetic Medical Team Alps. This role, based in Switzerland, will cover rheumatology in Switzerland and osteoporosis in both Austria and Switzerland. The position is office-based but involves business travel to internal and external meetings.
About the role
As a Medical Solutions Lead Rheum/Osteo you will establish relationships with internal and external key stakeholders through effective scientific communication. Additionally, you will partner with patient organizations and healthcare organizations to enhance patient care and support. You will collect and analyze insights to identify clinical data gaps in rheumatology and osteoporosis management and develop medical and cross-functional strategies to bridge them. You will coordinate cross-functional workstreams between Medical Affairs, Commercial, and Access teams, leading to the successful launch of UCB products in Switzerland and Austria. Furthermore, you will be responsible for the local adaptation and translation of appropriate scientific content and securing connection with the overarching Mid-Market Team. Related to this you will support to optimize processes for the efficient development of materials and assets for the field.
Who you’ll work with
Reporting to the Medical Lead Rheum Osteo Alps you will be part of a team of 4 colleagues (3 Medical Science Liaison). Together with the Medical Leads, Sales & Solutions Leads and Market Access, you will ensure the highest possible scientific standards in the implementation of the strategy and the tactical execution in Switzerland and Austria.
What you’ll do
Apart from what has been mentioned before:
Drive the localization and implementation of the medical plan in Switzerland (CH) and Austria (AT) in collaboration with MSLs, Medical, Sales & Solution, and Marketing Solution Leads.Leverage scientific inquiry to advance patient solutions, kick-starting medical projects and cultivating evidence generation at the local level.Ensure high-value delivery for patients, Sales Representatives, and Payers, adhering to the highest standards of science, ethics, compliance, and quality, with a strong understanding of the local ecosystem in CH and AT.Demonstrate strong collaboration skills with all external and internal stakeholders, particularly with the Medical Team, the Market Access Team, the Marketing Solution Leads and the Sales & Solutions Leads.
Interested? For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience and skills
Master’s degree in life sciences or healthcare required; MD, PharmD, PhD preferred.Proficiency in German or French, with a good understanding of the other language, and English is mandatory.Minimum 5 years of experience in stakeholder-facing roles within healthcare.Experience working within multidisciplinary teams and knowledge of local healthcare compliance and pharma environments in Switzerland and Austria.Established relationships with external HCPs, preferred in Rheumatology and Osteoporosis in Switzerland and potentially Austria.Team player with a solution-oriented mindset and excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strategic thinking and experience in medical plan execution with an affinity for an omnichannel approach.Motivated to take on the challenges of a very versatile role together with a dedicated team which will pay back for you in your personal growth and knowledge.
Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
About us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.
Why work with us?
At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equitable opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent, and adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to neurodiversity, race/ethnicity, colour, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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