Head of Medical Affairs
Walloon Brabant
Life Sciences - Clinical
Reference number: 93543
- Implementing and maintaining processes, governance, systems, and teams that support the effective delivery of projects aligned with organizational strategy.
- Ensuring adherence to industry best practices and internal/external policies/requirements for activities related to external research opportunities, such as Investigator Initiated Studies (IIS) and Research Collaborations.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Team & Capability Leadership:
- Lead, manage, and develop the team (resources and budget), providing strategic and tactical direction.
- Build and maintain effective collaborations with internal and external stakeholders, proactively understanding their needs and priorities to optimize partnerships and delivery.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by management.
External Funding & Research Opportunities:
- Oversee all activities related to external research (e.g., Investigator Initiated Studies, Research Collaborations) and external funding (grants, sponsorships, donations, etc.).
- Develop, implement, and maintain a strategic framework, governance, and processes to review and execute opportunities in alignment with industry best practices and organizational strategies.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Experience & Technical Expertise:
- At least 15 years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience in R&D, Medical Affairs, clinical development, or Safety, including:
- Translating vision into strategy, tactics, and operations with hands-on experience in global, regional, or local operations.
- Expertise in leading and developing quality management systems and components (including the use of electronic systems in regulated environments).
- Experience in resource and budget planning/management, with a strong understanding of business strategy and financial performance.
Leadership Competencies:
- Inspirational leader with the ability to develop, communicate, and implement strategic direction for teams to meet short-, mid-, and long-term objectives.
- Ability to create a culture of accountability, motivating, coaching, and mentoring team members to develop their potential.
- Demonstrates high integrity and a strong commitment to patient welfare and ethical behavior.
Culture, Mindset & Competencies:
- Learning through experience: Promotes a culture of learning from both successes and failures, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
- Thinking holistically: Understands the broader impact of decisions across the business and seeks synergies both within and outside the organization. Encourages creative collaboration across functional boundaries.
- Gathering and interpreting information: Actively seeks a deep understanding of stakeholders' and patients' needs, motivations, and behaviors, translating these into actionable insights.
- Delivering impactful results: Takes initiative and strives to deliver results, challenges self and others to create value, and makes courageous decisions while balancing risks.
- Championing Change: Embraces and leads change, encouraging others to do the same, and models resilience and agility during periods of transformation.
- Working together: Leverages diversity to improve outcomes, builds trustful relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve business goals, while fostering a culture of accountability and value creation.
What do we offer?
- Enjoy a competitive salary package with extra perks that recognize your talent.
- Advance your career with a clear growth path, coaching, and mentoring to support you.
- Thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can truly make an impact.
- Work when and where you perform best, ensuring an optimal work-life balance.
- Choose a flexible transport solution, from a company car to a public transport subscription.
- Expand your network and enjoy unforgettable moments at exclusive events and afterworks.
- Grow your skills with external courses and our in-house Pauwels Academy.
- Work on exciting projects with industry leaders in Life Sciences, Engineering & Digital.
- Seize opportunities at every level, from a strong start to career acceleration and expert collaboration.
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