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Role Summary
The Associate Director, Medical Operations, Innovation and Emerging Projects (AD, IEP) is a role within Global Medical and Value Capabilities (GMVC) in our Research and Development Division's Value & Implementation (V&I) that reports directly to the Director, Medical Operations, Innovation and Emerging Projects Lead. The role will focus on projects in support of US Medical Affairs (USMA).
The AD, IEP is an integral member of the GMVC Medical Operations team serving as a subject matter expert around Innovation and Emerging Projects Team and is held accountable for assisting and driving execution of the Medical Operations vision.
The AD, IEP participates in several of the following core V&I GMSA US Medical Affairs initiatives and assumes varying degrees of project leadership: 1) Communicating with all stakeholders, 2) Possessing a keen understanding of the strategic intent and critical importance of leveraging the company’s innovative research, and 3) Finding innovative ways of internally sharing that information, ensuring overall timelines and objectives are met by facilitating the creation, maintenance, and approval of all deliverables.
The AD, IEP possesses strong communication and collaboration skills and the ability to execute innovative ways of working within a complex matrix environment.
Responsibilities and Primary Activities
Leadership
Understands the mission and vision of our Research and Development Division's V&I as a science-driven and patient-committed organization
Attends GMVC Medical Operations Leadership Team and other meetings, as appropriate, as delegate for the Director, Innovation and Emerging Projects
Stays current with key initiatives across GMVC Medical Operations and exhibits a high degree of collaboration with colleagues to ensure alignment across the broader organization with a focus on GMSA US Medical Affairs projects
Exhibits deep subject matter expertise and strong business acumen
Innovation and Emerging Projects
Understands digital technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, is proficient in utilizing these technologies to drive operational excellence and enhance medical/scientific activities, and, preferably, is familiar with relevant software platforms and tools
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills as well as an ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including senior management and vendor partners
Possesses a strong understanding of relevant regulatory guidelines and compliance requirements pertaining to Medical Affairs operations, and, preferably, experience in navigating regulatory challenges associated with digital technologies
Experience in navigating regulatory challenges associated with digital technologies is preferred.
Maintains relationships with external vendors who partner with the Innovation and Emerging Projects team on key systems
Is core member of the Digital Team (D-Team). Provides project management to D-Team and participates in regular core and extended team meetings as well as twice annual live core team meetings where strategy and implementation of D-Team projects are identified
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of and ensures compliance with our company policies and guidelines, particularly those that relate to Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), and other health agency regulations, as well as professional societies' rules
Actively engages with GMSA, Legal, Compliance, and other functional leaders to recommend solutions and/or process improvement to enhance our reputation with external scientific leaders
RequiredQualifications, Skills, & Experience
Minimum
Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business, or healthcare + 5 years of relevant Medical Affairs experience (e.g., Knowledge Management, Medical Operations)
10+ years of work experience
Deep understanding of the environment, evolution, and global nature of Medical Affairs
Strong personal integrity and high ethical standards
Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing, ambiguous environment
Detail-oriented nature
Experience as a member in cross-functional, global initiatives in a complex matrix
Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with ability to innovate with practical solutions for complex issues
Ability to work independently while escalating risks and issues as appropriate
Experience working within regulations and compliance requirements
Excellent interpersonal communication (written/oral) and presentation skills
Willingness to travel up to 10% (international and domestic)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
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