Medical Advisor (Solid Tumor)

Site Name: Japan - Tokyo - Akasaka Posted Date: Sep 5 2022 Job Purpose & Key Responsibilities Job Purpose Responsible for implementing the Medical Affairs Plan of specified Team strategies, driving a consistent approach to carrying out scientific engagement activities internally and in the field; ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and GSK policy/code of conduct Effectively develop strong strategic relationships with key influencers and external organizations to ensure that GSK retains a leading voice within the therapeutic areas in Japan. Co-ordinate and utilize specialist knowledge and align with cross-functional brand colleagues to formulate and implement short- and long-term medical strategy for access and use of GSK medicines In the case for pre-launch activity, Oncology Medical Advisor may take Hybrid role for both office-based and customer facing role according to the Medical Plan and may be recognized as GSK representatives in clinical trials as customer facing role Key Responsibilities Key role in developing Medical Strategy, local Medical Affairs Plan and Access Strategy for GSK medicines Provide analyses and reviews of GSK products, therapy areas and competitor products, making recommendations, which assist marketing in the determination of current and future strategic direction. Work closely with Medical Affairs Lead (MAL), regulatory, commercial and clinical development colleagues on pre-launch planning, including strategic evidence planning and generation. Key role in the planning and development of promotional and educational campaigns, with responsibility for : scientific content (core claims) of materials ensuring the data maximize commercial potential. medical accuracy and compliance with the product license and the relevant Codes of Practice training materials and training of relevant MSLs Responsible for coordinating GSKs response to complaints from regulatory bodies and competitors – this will typically involve engaging members of the extended brand team e.g. brand manager, medical governance manager, legal, external affairs Input into the defense of complaints made by competitor companies, medical professionals or regulatory authorities against GSK promotional statements or activities. Provide and collaborate with the MSL team to develop scientific tools required for them to successfully perform their job (e.g. scientific platform content, presentation of new data, therapy area reviews, product monographs, slide sets, training packages etc.) as appropriate to business and customer needs. Contribute to the development, attend and present at appropriate meetings (advisory board meetings, investigator meetings, expert meetings, and CME meetings). Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the therapy areas by reviewing the literature, discussions with key opinion leaders and key stakeholders, participating in cross functional interactions, attending scientific congresses, etc. Supporting scientific research and clinical studies (GSK sponsored/supported). Ensure the right approval processes of GSK supported studies (ISSs) by the PIB, and the follow up during the life cycle of the research project in collaboration with the MSLs Oncology Medical Advisor may support Clinical and Medical Partnership to GSK Clinical Development team or CRO for 1. Early experimental Expert’s insight, 2. Feasibility assessment of protocol and site from local practices, 3. Site nomination support for appropriate enrolment capability, 4. Education for investigators, 5. Support for enrolment acceleration with wider communication with investigators and EEs. Oncology Medical Advisor should understand area of interests of each asset and potential indications, and may prepare, initiate and lead discussion with ISS investigators reactively through appropriate manners. Oncology Medical Advisor may support global and regional medical affairs team for Japanese global/internarial EEs. Oncology Medical Advisor may support OCTC: Oncology clinical and Translational collaboration between Oncology EMU: Experimental Medicine Unit in R&D and investigators in Japanese collaboration site in English. Oncology Medical Advisor may develop local EAP: Early/expand Access Program setting up and implementation or other access operations including Clinical Trial on Ethical ground, Advanced medical care, Patient oriented drug supply request program. Oncology Medical Advisor may support Business development for Oncology especially in clinical/non-clinical academic seeds from researchers. When appropriate, a part of Japan-MAL responsibilities may be delegated. Required Skill, Experience, Etc. Basic Qualification Skill Proven leadership experience and ability to lead change Strong scientific communication and presentation skills Experience Academic (research) background, experience in drug development, regulatory, medical scientist Ideally 5 years pharmaceutical industry experience and successfully scientific engagement with external experts. Experience evaluating and effectively communicating evidence-based medicine Education/certification/Language Graduate degree of medical, pharmaceutical or life science. English: Fluent or upper Business level Preferred Qualification Experience Experience of Oncology MSL/ Medical Advisor/Clinical Development/Clinical Operation is preferable Experience of Oncology clinical practice is preferable Experience of basic research of Oncology and/or Immunology is preferable Education/certification/Language PharmD or life scientist with PhD and scientific expertise in Oncology and/or Immunology. 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