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メディカル部門ディレクター/ Medical Affairs Director

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A renowned biopharmaceutical research organisation is looking for a Medical Affairs Director. The selected candidate will lead medical strategy, evidence generation, and high-impact cross-functional collaboration across assigned brands.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead medical strategy development and evidence generation for assigned brands
  • Plan and execute integrated medical plans aligned with brand strategy, budget, and resources
  • Partner with MSL leadership to deliver strategic confidence and scientific engagement activities
  • Build, coach, and develop a high-performing medical team
  • Drive collaboration with brand, R&D, and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Support therapeutic area leadership in advancing industry-leading medical activities

Requirements:

  • MSc/MPH/PhD in a scientific discipline
  • More than 5 years of experience in the oncology area
  • Experience in managing external sponsored studies and company-sponsored non-interventional studies
  • Prior experience of Medical Affairs function within the pharmaceutical industry or R&D
  • Proven experience and positive track record with project management in a pharmaceutical company
  • Background in relationship and stakeholder management
  • Prior background in people management
  • Fluent level Japanese; proficient in spoken English

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience in basic or clinical research handling
  • Prior experience in the women's cancer area
  • Proven experience with team budget management

About the Company:

This company is an innovative world leader in biopharmaceutical research with a strong international presence. It is focused on several areas to develop effective medicines for many major diseases.

Keywords:

製薬, メディカル, サイエンス, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: 8EWDB5

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Healthcare

Focus: Medical Affairs

Industry: Pharmaceuticals

Salary: ¥13,000,000 - ¥22,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Director

Language: Japanese - Native

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: 8EWDB5-4506617A

Date posted: 15 April 2026

Consultant: Tomomi Nishioka