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Global Medical & Evidence Strategy Lead (all genders)

At Bayer, we are dedicated to advancing cardiovascular health and improving the quality of life for patients around the world. Our commitment to delivering Health for All is matched by our innovative spirit and unwavering passion to develop groundbreaking therapies. As part of our strategic focus on research and development, we recognize the urgent need for new solutions in cardiovascular care.

Join us in our mission to reshape the future of cardiovascular medicine. Together, we can deliver innovative solutions that not only enhance patient outcomes but also redefine the standards of care globally. If you share our vision and are ready to make a difference, we invite you to explore the exciting career opportunities within our Cardiovascular Global Medical and Evidence Department. Let's work together to improve lives and create a healthier future for all.

As the Global Medical & Evidence Strategy Lead (all genders), you will represent Global Medical & Evidence (GM&E) on a Product Team, playing a vital role in developing and executing the medical and evidence strategy. Your primary aim is to ensure optimal market positioning for product launch, supported by compelling evidence that enhances patient outcomes and maximizes asset value.

You will collaborate closely with the Product Team, including leaders from Marketing and R&D, to guide the asset strategy through a world-class medical affairs and evidence generation approach. Your responsibilities include creating and implementing the GM&E plan, which significantly impacts product outcomes. Success in this role requires strong VACC leadership skills, an enterprise mindset, and exceptional relationship management abilities, as you contribute to the broader Medical & Evidence Leadership Team.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead Strategy Development: Spearhead the creation of integrated medical affairs and evidence generation strategies, providing insightful market analysis and stakeholder perspectives
Unified Vision: Represent a consolidated GM&E viewpoint to guide strategic decision-making and execution of global medical affairs and evidence generation initiatives
Inspire and Guide: Employ your leadership as a Visionary, Architect, Catalyst, and Coach (VACC) to define and optimize asset differentiation and positioning
Foster Collaboration: Direct subteams within the Product Team, collaborating effectively with colleagues to shape outcomes and drive mission success
Integrate Local Insights: Liaise with the Chief Medical Office to consolidate country-specific medical affairs input, ensuring alignment in local strategies
Promote Transparency: Ensure seamless communication across the Product Team and with all medical and evidence stakeholders, fostering a solution-oriented mindset
Innovative Solutions: Transform business challenges into evidence-backed strategies using both traditional and innovative methods
Analyze Results: Contribute to the interpretation of findings from Clinical Development studies and observational research to inform strategic decisions
Develop Evidence Plans: Ensure that the integrated evidence plan addresses key medical discussion topics while prioritizing high-value research questions
Engage Thought Leaders: Plan and manage medical education and scientific symposia, while cultivating strategic relationships with global and regional thought leaders

WHO YOU ARE

Qualified Professional: You hold a Medical Doctor or advanced degree in Life Sciences, with preference given to fellowship training in Heart Failure, Nephrology, or Neurology
Experienced Leader: You possess extensive experience in Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, or Evidence Generation within a global healthcare organization
Domain Expert: You have a deep understanding of cardiometabolic diseases and therapeutic areas, along with comprehensive knowledge of the drug development process
Strategic Thinker: Your strategic mindset encompasses a holistic understanding of business, financial domains, and medical and evidence functions
Relationship Builder: You excel in senior stakeholder management and have a proven ability to cultivate strong internal and external relationships
Adaptable Innovator: You are highly agile in learning, adapting to changes in product indications, and actively upskilling in relevant fields
Accountability-Oriented: You maintain a strong internal sense of accountability and continuously strive for personal and professional growth
Effective Communicator: You are fluent in English, both spoken and written, with outstanding communication skills that resonate across diverse audiences

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YOUR APPLICATION

This is your opportunity to tackle the world’s biggest challenges with us: Maintaining our health, feeding growing populations and slowing the rate of climate change. You have a voice, ideas and perspectives and we want to hear them. Because our success begins with you. Be part of something big. Be Bayer.

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

Location: Germany : Berlin : Berlin || Germany : North Rhine Westfalia : Leverkusen

Division: Pharmaceuticals

Reference Code: 824766