Designation - DGM Medical Affairs

Reporting To - GM / Sr. GM

Location - Goregaon, Mumbai

Role Purpose

This position represents the company's medical/scientific voice of expertise for assigned products and relevant therapeutic areas. The position provides medical/scientific expert advice/guidance to key customers for assigned products and relevant therapeutic areas, including scientific exchange and professional relationship development with key opinion leaders. It provides medical/scientific input into marketing strategy and key commercial initiatives, as required, and medical/scientific support for medical department activities.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

- Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge for assigned products/relevant therapeutic area(s) through active participation at key internal meetings/training sessions, relevant congresses, and seminars and by regular self-study of national/international literature.
- Provide expert medical/scientific advice for assigned products and related therapeutic areas, including responding to requests for scientific/technical information; contribute to the development and medical/scientific accuracy of core dossiers generated by the medical department (medical information packs, clinical expert reviews, etc.).
- Establish and maintain professional and credible relationships with key opinion leaders and academic centers through participation in scientific congresses, advisory boards, round-table meetings, and discussion forums.
- Deliver scientific presentations and medical education programs to healthcare professionals individually or in groups.




- Screen relevant literature and information from scientific society meetings and conferences and develop summaries of key messages for use within the company.
- Deliver training to sales forces and other departments; develop and update relevant training materials.
- Design and implement clinical research projects within defined standards and budgets, including Phase IV studies, registry/database projects, epidemiological surveys, PMOS studies, and IIS studies.
- Review and prepare promotional materials and ensure the medical/scientific content is accurate and compliant with internal policies and guidelines.
- Provide medical/scientific input into marketing strategy and key commercial initiatives. Monitor the environment for competitive intelligence, including product strategies, studies, commercial messages, and positioning.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable national laws, regulations, guidelines, and codes of conduct.

Technical Competencies

- Communication Skills
- Compliance & Process Improvement Skills
- Problem/Conflict Solving Ability
- Priority Setting

Required Core Competencies / Attributes

- Adaptability - Maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work setting. Adjust effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures. Effectively prioritize work tasks.
- Initiative - Take prompt action to accomplish objectives and remain proactive.



Maintain a strong focus on internal and external customers. Continuously monitor relevant information, key issues, and trends. Proactively seek feedback and adapt behavior to improve performance.
- Innovation - Generate innovative solutions in work situations and explore novel ways to address work-related challenges and opportunities.
- Integrity - Firmly adhere to codes of conduct and ethical principles. Exhibit honesty, present information accurately, fulfill commitments, and respond constructively to failures and mistakes.
- Teamwork & Collaboration - Work effectively and cooperatively with others. Establish and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Support shared goals and remain open to diverse perspectives and ideas.

Key Interfaces

- Field Force
- PMT
- Healthcare Professionals
- Investigators
- Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)
- Institutions & Scientific Medical Societies
- Hospitals
- Internal Legal Function

Key Dimensions Team Size: 7-8

Role Requirements

Educational Qualifications

- Masters Degree in Medicine

Experience (Type & Nature)
- 8-10 years of total experience in Medico Marketing

Skills & Technical Competencies

- Expertise in operating MS Office
- Strong analytical and presentation skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills

Behavioral Competencies

- Business Orientation
- People Management
- Driving Execution
- Working Across Boundaries

Key Skills Medical Affairs, Medico Marketing, KOL Management, Clinical Research, Scientific Communication, Medical Education, Medical Writing, Promotional Material Review, HCP Engagement, Pharmaceutical Compliance.

📌 DGM Medical Affairs (Goregaon)
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📍 Goregaon