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メディカルサイエンティスト/ Medical Scientist

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A multinational biopharmaceutical company is looking for a Medical Scientist, Oncology. The selected candidate will provide scientific and medical guidance throughout the product life cycle while developing medical activities, engaging key stakeholders and supporting strategic priorities.

Responsibilities:

  • Build effective relationships with Oncology KOLs, clinical trial investigators and other key external stakeholders
  • Provide medical guidance, scientific information and data in response to commercial, scientific and medical needs
  • Develop and execute medical education, data generation and patient-centric activities aligned with strategic priorities
  • Collaborate closely with Japan Medical Affairs, global and Asia Medical Affairs and other key functions
  • Attend major conferences, coordinate medical affairs activities and present to external audiences where required
  • Maintain clinical, scientific and technical expertise in Oncology
  • Manage projects through to completion, anticipating and resolving potential obstacles collaboratively
  • Ensure all interactions and activities in Japan comply with corporate guidance, rules and industry codes of conduct
  • Respond appropriately to unsolicited requests for medical and scientific information

Requirements:

  • More than 3 years of strong industry experience
  • Excellent judgement and ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Hands-on approach with effective use of external resources
  • Proficient in written and verbal Japanese and English

Preferred requirements:

  • Advanced degree in life science such as PhD, PharmD or MD with clinical and research experience in Oncology
  • Previous experience in Medical, MSL or R&D roles in Oncology
  • Project management skills

About the Company:

A global biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases. With a strong international presence, the company advances treatments across areas including infectious diseases, liver diseases, cancer and other serious conditions.

Keywords:

メディカルサイエンティスト, メディカルアフェアーズ, オンコロジー, 医療, 医学, KOLマネジメント, 臨床研究, 医学教育, データ生成, プロジェクトマネジメント, MSL, R&D, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: HFYYIQ

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Healthcare

Focus: Medical Affairs

Industry: Pharmaceuticals

Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥14,720,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: HFYYIQ-6F20026F

Date posted: 29 September 2026

Consultant: Alex Delgado