Medical Advisor, Liver Disease (MASH)

Would you enjoy helping to move the pharmaceutical industry forward by facilitating the communication of scientific data and the sharing of knowledge among medical experts all over the world? Does interacting with leading Global Medical Doctors and Scientists on new innovative portfolio interest you? If yes, join us on an exciting journey as a Medical Advisor where you can help establish our presence in Metabolic dysfunction Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) and build a pipeline that goes beyond the treatment of metabolic diseases. Apply today!
 

About the department
Novo Nordisk Korea has established a strong foothold as a market leader which has offered best solutions for people with diabetes, obesity, haemophilia and growth hormones disorder for more than 30 years. The affiliate has been delivering double digit sales growth year-on-year. Our sales growth stands-out in the market and within Novo Nordisk. The affiliate is ranked among the top 15 within Novo Nordisk in term of total revenue generated. With our CMR Ambition (“Strive for Quality of Life for Everyone”), we have strived to accelerate business growth, optimize organizational excellence, and attract and retain the best talents.
It is an exciting time to join Novo Nordisk and achieve our aspirations to establish global presence in the treatment of MASH. We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future.

In Other Serious Chronic Diseases (OSCD), we aim to create a strong presence by building a strong pipeline and scientific leadership. Our focus will be on Metabolic dysfunction Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) and New Therapy Areas such as chronic kidney disease (CKD), cardiovascular (CVD), inflammation and Alzheimer’s disease.
 
The position
As a Medical Advisor, you will be part of the CMR (Clinical, Medical and Regulatory) department, partnering with other departments to develop and execute MASH medical affairs strategy, build advocacy, build competencies and drive the setup of MASH New therapeutic Area. You will report to the Head of Medical Affairs, Korea.

The key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• In-charge of planning and execution of the local medical strategy for development of the MASH therapy area. You will be instrumental in the identification and segmentation of KOLs relevant to the MASH therapy area and develop engagement plans, including obtaining expert advice to guide local decisions and strategy.
• Draft and adapt a global publication plan with regard to the local needs and regulations. You will also liaise with relevant professional associations, including congress activities for Novo Nordisk’s presence in the MASH area. 
• Provide guidance and training internally to aid in capability building in affiliate as well as assist clinical operations in the execution of clinical trials in MASH, in geographies where medical resources for MASH studies are not available are also key responsibilities. 
• Seek opportunities and advice to obtain understanding of the market and patient pathways within MASH for internal medical and commercial business decisions and scientific development of MASH area.
• Close collaboration with medical and commercial colleagues in obesity to ensure alignment and synergy of MASH within obesity is key to success.

 
Qualifications

• MD, Ph.D., Pharm D or Pharmacist with experience in the field of metabolic medicine (diabetes, obesity, CVD, dyslipidaemia) preferably, either from the pharmaceutical industry, medical practice or academia. 
• A minimum of 6 years’ experience in medical affairs in the pharmaceutical industry would be mandatory and have an in-depth understanding of the role of medical affairs in pharmaceutical industry, medical affairs tools and activities. 
• You can bridge medical affairs and commercial priorities and can work with cross-functional stakeholders. You have excellent medical communication skills. You are driven, can take initiative, and are agile in actions.
• The position requires a relatively moderate to high level (around 30%) of travelling within the country and abroad.
• You are fluent in both written and spoken English and Korean languages. Knowledge and experience of the local Korean market is a priority.

 
Working at Novo Nordisk
At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care.
 
Contact
Please upload your CV online (click on Apply and follow the instructions). 
 
Deadline
Until the completion of recruitment.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. 
 
At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.
 

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