Senior Medical Advisor

Department Info

At Terumo Europe, we constantly work to refine and perfect our products and services so that the healthcare community can provide the best possible care to patients. That is why we support innovative thinking, pushing back the boundaries within the medical and clinical field. 

We are committed to innovation that embraces the intricacies and complexities of our common world, with high attention towards better patient outcomes. Our exceptional tools and education programs empower physicians with the confidence they need to perform ever-more challenging procedures and realise progress within the domain of medical care. 

As Senior Medical Advisor Interventional Oncology you are part of the European Medical and Clinical Division, an overarching organisation within Terumo Europe, contributing to medical, clinical and scientific activities to enhance adoption of our existing portfolio and research and development of new therapies. The department collaborates cross-functionally with various stakeholders both internally within our HQ and our affiliate countries and externally, having an important presence within the EMEA medical and clinical community. 

Job Summary

Your position as a Senior Medical Advisor Interventional Oncology will add value to the gathering and dissemination of good clinical data thus improving clinical practice and extension of medical therapies to various indications. You hold a field medical position in charge of the dissemination of clinical evidence within the UK, Nordics and BeNeLux territories. This means keeping oversight of Investigator Initiated Studies and proactive involvement in clinical research activities. Your key audience is the medical community involved in our Interventional Oncology portfolio, mainly focussed on the Holmium-platform and Interventional Nuclear Medicine. In addition you act as a subject matter expert within Terumo Europe towards internal stakeholders, actively contributing to the further strategic development of the department and offering support and expertise towards our Sales, Marketing and Market Access teams.  

In this position you will report into Marija Simovic, our Medical Affairs Director EMEA Interventional Oncology and be part the EMEA Medical Affairs with peers in France and Italy. 

Job Responsibilities

Medical and Scientific Affairs expertise in the therapeutic area of Interventional Oncology:

• Be recognised by clinicians as an expert who disseminates relevant clinical evidence in a scientific and balanced way and thus enhancing the company’s scientific image through high-level interactions, presentations and contribution at medical conferences 
• Respond to all medical enquiries and requests from the scientific field in the assigned territory and/or therapeutic domain
• Develop networks of Key Opinion Leaders (KOL) in the different specialties involved (Interventional Radiologists, oncologists, organ specialists, …) to maximise opportunities for scientific exchange and data generation rooted in the highest ethical and professional standards
• Set up and conduct Advisory Boards of Key Opinion Leaders on new and established products, indications and/or therapeutic areas
• Actively manage and monitor the execution of local Investigator Initiated Trial (IIT) by providing necessary training and guidance
• Have proactive involvement in clinical research programs by contributing to study design and providing advice on selection of sites and investigators
• Initiate and develop relationship between Terumo Europe and specialised national Medical Societies within the field of Interventional Oncology 

Co-create and lead the implementation of the Medical and Scientific IO strategy:

• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of relevant therapeutic areas by reviewing, evaluating and disseminating scientific data
• Develop, maintain and share deep knowledge and expertise in a particular technological field (for example dosimetry, radio-embolization, ablation, chemoembolization…)
• Distribution of medical and scientific evidence to respective stakeholders
• Build and contribute to the implementation of medical strategy for data generation, for data publication and for training

Lead support to Marketing, Market Access and Sales teams:

• Be the medical and clinical expert and the internal reference point for colleagues of the Marketing, Market Access and Sales teams for all Interventional Oncology approaches and identifying the clinical added value of our treatments
• Provide strong medical and scientific support to ensure that short and long-term country-specific market access, marketing and business plans are implemented and rolled out
• Proactively provide medical and scientific expertise and training to ensure short and long-term marketing and business plans are in line with field development and in-house available evidence
• Make recommendations to heads of functions, based on the input from the medical field,  hence playing a key role in setting local medical, marketing and registration strategy
• Lead, promote and maintain a high-quality expertise in the research environment, evaluating therapeutic environments in Interventional Oncology within EMEA and translating information into product development strategies
• Identify and monitor trends in relevant medical treatments and advice the company on the long-term direction to take

Regulatory activities:

• Closely follow local regulatory environment in particular for clinical trials and investigator-initiated trials
• Continuously support a culture of compliance with Terumo rules, policies and guidelines, while respecting all local laws. 

Profile Description

• Advanced science degree with a strong track record of interpretation and synthesis of scientific data. MD, PhD, Pharm D would be a plus
• Prior experience in industry roles (>5 years). Medical affairs experience in the IO field is a plus
• Ability to critically analyze data, synthesize and communicate findings and provide relevant clinical solutions
• Excellent communication skills, and presentation skills: ability to translate scientific and clinical topics in an easy and understandable way for diverse audiences
• Understanding of the framework and quality requirements to conduct clinical trials
• Understanding of product development and commercial activities
• Team player and ability to collaboratively work with all stakeholders across the organization, working with others to reach result: strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to shift priorities in line with the business updates and adapt the implementation plan accordingly
• Ability to maintain the quality of all deliverables, solve problems, and build great working relationships
• Possess excellent quality control, project management, and briefing/reviewing skills
• Ability to function in a self-directed manner with a high degree of autonomy
• Prior experience in working in multinational, multicultural environments
• Fluent in English and one other language
• Ability and willingness to travel to designated region and throughout EMEA
   

Offer

Join our dynamic team in a globally recognized medical device company and immerse yourself in an international atmosphere where innovation thrives. We value work-life balance, offering the flexibility to work from home to enhance your professional and personal harmony.

As a key player in our organization, you'll receive competitive compensation, bonus, company car and other local benefits, on top of the opportunity to contribute to a company culture that prioritizes personal development. We pride ourselves on being a financially stable organization, providing a secure foundation for your career and development. 

Embrace the benefits of remote work while enjoying professional growth opportunities within a collaborative and supportive environment. Your skills will be rewarded with a competitive salary as you contribute to shaping the future of our internal communication and engagement strategies. Join us and be a part of a company committed to both your success and our collective advancement.

Contact Person

Lukas Uytterhaegen - Talent Acquisition Business Partner EMEA