Medical Affairs Associate Director (Pharmaceutical)

An esteemed global pharmaceutical client is seeking a Medical Affairs Associate Director, offering the opportunity to shape and execute medical affairs strategies for a leading portfolio of aesthetics products. This pivotal position places you at the heart of scientific and clinical services, where your expertise will drive product life cycle management, foster meaningful relationships with healthcare professionals.

What you'll do:

As Medical Affairs Associate Director (Pharmaceutical), you will play an instrumental role in steering the strategic direction of medical affairs activities for a prestigious aesthetics portfolio. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve developing robust country-specific strategies that harmonise with broader regional goals while ensuring seamless integration with commercial plans. You will guide a dedicated team towards excellence in scientific communication by spearheading clinical research projects that generate valuable data supporting product innovation. Building trusted partnerships with healthcare professionals and academic institutions will be central to your success as you champion new clinical applications through collaborative forums. Your commitment to upholding rigorous governance standards will safeguard compliance across all operations. By supporting material reviews and working hand-in-hand with cross-functional teams, you will help sustain product relevance in an ever-evolving market. Your expertise will also be vital in delivering impactful training sessions that empower both internal colleagues and external partners.

• Develop comprehensive country medical affairs strategies that align with both regional and global objectives as well as commercial imperatives.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the Medical Affairs Team to ensure effective execution of strategic plans and professional growth within the department.
• Drive scientific communication by generating data and evidence through clinical research initiatives focused on medical aesthetics.
• Cultivate strong relationships with healthcare professionals, local medical associations, academic institutes, and other key stakeholders to enhance product positioning and credibility.
• Oversee the development of innovative clinical projects including investigator-initiated trials (IITs) that support product life cycle management.
• Plan and facilitate expert forums or advisory boards to gather insights on expanding clinical usage through novel treatment practices.
• Ensure strict adherence to medical governance protocols, local regulations, company standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ethical standards in all activities.
• Support the review process for promotional and non-promotional materials to guarantee accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams such as marketing, sales, regulatory affairs, legal, and compliance to develop sustainable product strategies.
• Serve as the principal medical expert across business units by providing training and ongoing support for both internal staff and external stakeholders.
  
  

What you bring:

To excel as Medical Affairs Associate Director (Pharmaceutical), your background should reflect significant hands-on experience within medical affairs management roles spanning various pharmaceutical sectors. Your academic credentials must include an advanced health sciences degree complemented by practical exposure to clinical or aesthetic medicine environments. You will have honed your leadership capabilities through direct supervision of multidisciplinary teams engaged in regulatory affairs or clinical research projects. A thorough grasp of study design methodologies-particularly NIS/IITs-and familiarity with contemporary pharmaceutical information systems are essential. Your ability to communicate complex concepts clearly will enable you to build rapport with stakeholders ranging from healthcare professionals to internal business partners. International mobility is valued given the need for overseas collaboration. Above all, your empathetic approach combined with analytical acumen ensures you can navigate intricate challenges while nurturing productive relationships throughout the organisation.

• Possess an advanced degree in health sciences coupled with substantial experience in clinical or aesthetics settings relevant to pharmaceuticals.
• Demonstrate at least eight years experience managing medical affairs within prescription medicines (Rx), over-the-counter (OTC), or medical device markets.
• Showcase proven people management skills gained from direct report oversight within Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, or Clinical R&D environments.
• Exhibit deep understanding of non-interventional studies (NIS), investigator-initiated trials (IITs), pharmaceutical information dissemination, sales force qualification processes, stakeholder engagement techniques, e-market trends, and effective communication methods.
• Display solid knowledge of complex medical and scientific subject matters pertinent to aesthetics therapies.
• Excel in analytical thinking paired with outstanding written and verbal communication abilities tailored for diverse audiences.
• Bring excellent interpersonal skills that foster positive stakeholder interactions and long-term professional relationships across multiple disciplines.
• Demonstrate willingness to travel internationally up to 30% of the time as required by project needs or organisational priorities.
  
  

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to advancing patient care through scientific excellence in aesthetics pharmaceuticals. Employees benefit from a culture rooted in collaboration, continuous learning, and mutual respect-where every voice is valued regardless of background or experience level. The company actively supports flexible working arrangements designed to promote work-life balance while encouraging personal growth through structured training programmes. You will find yourself surrounded by knowledgeable peers who are eager to share insights and support your professional journey. With access to cutting-edge resources and opportunities for international exposure, this is an ideal environment for those who wish to make a meaningful impact on both their careers and the wider healthcare community.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career in medical affairs to new heights within a supportive global environment, this is your moment-apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; seize this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of aesthetics pharmaceuticals.

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: . 1188 / 2551