Therapeutic Area Director, Oncology

5 days ago


Markham, Ontario, Canada Astellas Pharma Inc. Full time
Job Description

Astellas Pharma Canada is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to fill the role of Therapeutic Area Head, Oncology. This position is a key member of the Medical Affairs team and will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction across all functions of the TA MA department.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a local integrated Medical Affairs strategic plan for assigned therapeutic areas, with specific input to definition of milestone dates and budgets in collaboration with Regional Core Medical Team and local cross-functional therapeutic teams.
  • Provide medical / scientific perspective in development of strategic brand plans and other commercial initiatives as appropriate.
  • Leverage medical / scientific expertise to support new product development efforts and success of locally marketed products.
  • Identify/anticipate information gaps and provide leadership in the timely development of medical / scientific communications which advance understanding of Astellas medications and promote product strategy.
  • Provide medical / scientific leadership and coordination for clinical development in assigned therapeutic areas, as directed.
  • Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with stakeholders, key external experts, and local and Global Astellas colleagues in order to optimise medical / scientific understanding and advocacy around Astellas medicines.
  • Embed Compliance Culture across all Regions of the business ensuring Integrity in Action is actively applied in all initiatives.
  • Ensure Medical Affairs Function strictly adopt a culture of ethics and compliance; leading by example and appropriately challenging non-compliance.
Requirements
  • A graduate degree in life sciences Ph.D / Pharm.D / MD.
  • Minimum 7 years pharmaceutical industry experience required (in Medical / Scientific Affairs, clinical research, project management).
  • Knowledge of healthcare environment.
  • Strong familiarity with biostatistical and health economics and outcomes research principles.
  • Proven leadership ability.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation and administrative skills.
  • Knowledge of local and international regulations, Innovative Medicines Code of Ethical Practices, and Good Clinical Practices (GCP).
  • Strong analytic and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication skills based upon balanced listening and evidence-based persuasion.
  • Able to manage local, national, and international travel, with up to 30% overnight travel.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Assigned therapeutic area(s) experience.
  • Bilingual (English/French).


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