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Scientific Advisor

Hemel Hempstead
2 days ago
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An exciting opportunity to join a small, collaborative pharmaceutical company as a Medical Affairs Scientist or Scientific Advisor. This role sits within a close-knit team of three and is responsible for providing internal and external scientific support — including medical education and scientific communications — to ensure that customer and patient needs are met.

The Company

This is a small but dynamic organisation offering a wonderfully broad remit and the chance to be involved in a wide range of medical affairs activities. Because of the company’s size, you will gain excellent visibility, have the chance to make a real impact, and develop a diverse skill set across multiple areas of medical affairs. The team is proactive, supportive, and fast-paced, working closely together to achieve results. The company operates a hybrid model, with office-based working in Hemel Hempstead three days per week.

Salary range: £35,000 – £42,000 (depending on experience) plus package – a discussion is encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and engage HCPs using company resources such as social media, third-party data, and Veeva.
Design and deliver medical education and training programmes.
Develop scientific and medical materials for use at medical conferences and meetings.
Maintain up-to-date product and competitor knowledge, acting as a regional expert.
Actively contribute to brand team planning and the development of materials.
Lead the development of medical resources and activities, ensuring they are fair, balanced, and compliant.
Ensure all generated materials meet governance and compliance requirements, including maintaining training records and delivering compliance training/updates.
Build and nurture strong cross-functional relationships (MSLs, Medical Information, Regulatory Affairs, Regional & Global teams, Brand, and Commercial).Required Qualifications & Experience

BSc (or higher) with experience in the pharmaceutical industry or a related agency (medical communications/medical education).
Strong project management skills with the ability to simplify complex medical messages.
Proactive, solutions-oriented, and an excellent communicator with a collaborative mindset.
Solid understanding of ABPI/PMCPA Code of Practice and medical governance.This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career within a highly visible position, work closely with senior stakeholders, and gain hands-on experience across the breadth of medical affairs.

For more information, please contact Julia Day at (phone number removed) or (url removed)

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