Therapeutic Area Lead

We have a very interesting opportunity for a Therapeutic Area Lead (MD) to join a biotech company with an impressive pipeline and eminent launches. You will play a key role in shaping the medical and scientific direction of the local organization and lead the team of Medical Affairs Professionals. An MD degree and experience in a Medical Affairs Department at a pharma/biotech firm is a must. In this role, you'll act as the medical expert supporting all aspects of the local business to ultimately enhance the customers' experience in interacting with the company. It is a strategic role with line people management responsibility. This role encompasses providing scientific and medical support for marketed products, contributing to the "patient journey" and compound strategy, supporting pricing, reimbursement and access (PRA) efforts, and leading local scientific communication initiatives. Partner with global Medical Affairs, Global Patient Outcomes/Real-World Evidence, global PRA, and brand teams to shape medical strategies that align with the local business plan. Serve as the medical expert for business-to-business and business-to-government initiatives. Continuously contribute to strategic planning for currently marketed products. Gain a deep understanding of market dynamics and how these influence medical interventions for the product. Lead the definition of the Patient Journey and key Moments of Truth, acting as both a medical expert and patient advocate. Partner with internal and global teams to develop and implement medical strategies that support product launches and lifecycle management. Contribute to data generation and dissemination — including abstracts, posters, and publications. Build and maintain collaborative relationships with external scientific experts, key opinion leaders, and professional societies at local, national, and international levels. Provide medical expertise in the design of customer research. Represent the company at scientific congresses, responding to questions, presenting data, and engaging with thought leaders and customers. Participate in data analysis, scientific publication planning, and final report development. Clinical Planning Work with clinical operations teams to design, execute, and report local clinical trials Support investigator identification and selection in partnership with clinical teams. Participate in study start-up activities by providing scientific guidance and training to investigators and site staff. Lead team of Medical Affairs Professionals Support medical leadership and business unit management in planning and managing the local medical budget. Medical Doctor (MD) with experience in Medical Affairs at a pharma/biotech company. Fluent in Dutch, French, and English. Strategic thinker with strong project management and prioritization abilities.