Manager Medical Affairs - Vaccines

MerckIND - Haryana - Gurgaon (Vatika Towers)onsiteSalary not postedView the original posting at Merck ↗

Job Description Our Medical Affairs team advances patient care by engaging in scientific exchange with external medical experts and industry leaders ensuring the scientific value of our products is understood. We connect, communicate and train internal employees to ensure a thorough understanding of the science behind the medicine and review further unmet medical needs to support collaboration to further differentiate our portfolio. THE OPPORTUNITY: Medical Affairs Manager (MAM) is responsible for executing Medical Affairs plans for assigned assets within the country. The role facilitates the exchange of scientific and medical information with internal and external stakeholders and serves as a key cross-functional partner to Marketing, Training, Regulatory, Clinical Research, Market Access, Policy, and India Regional teams. The MAM drives local evidence-generation initiatives, securing appropriate governance approvals, and is accountable for the timely execution, analysis, and publication of local studies. By engaging scientific leaders, convening expert forums, and leading medical education initiatives, MAM strengthens trust within the scientific community and remains at the forefront of evolving patient care. The role also contributes to addressing reputational, ethical, and asset-related challenges through effective collaboration and leadership. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Therapy Area to be handled will be Vaccines Primary Activities – Accountabilities, Supervision Asset Management & Business Leadership Gather actionable medical insights from the country scientific leaders that can inform the company’s strategic decisions. Convert the Global Medical Goals and Strategies into research initiatives, data analysis, scientific communication, educational efforts, and other tactics that aim to improve patient outcomes and enhance accessibility within the country. Assist in executing the tactical plan and quickly adjust it to align with the business realities in the country. Operate with ethics and integrity by providing non-promotional, balanced, reliable, and scientifically sound information, while strictly adhering to company standards and local regulations. Scientific & Technical Leadership · Conduct scientific discussions and insight gathering to understand evolving clinical practices, unmet needs, and healthcare trends relevant to assigned assets. Integrate the insights of the country’s scientific and healthcare environment into the Regional Medical Affairs Team. Clearly and credibly communicate both scientific and business requirements to a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Build trust with the external scientific community through peer-to-peer exchanges, collaborative research, educational partnerships, interactions with scientific societies and health organizations, publications, and other related efforts. Deliver therapeutic and functional training to assigned teams and affiliate functions. Design and execute medical educational programs and symposia tailored to the country. Lead hospital non promotional educational meetings as well as support the expert input forums within the country to inform and influence company strategy. Engage actively and contribute meaningfully to professional organizations, as well as academic and regulatory working groups. · Establish and maintain strong relationships with key scientific leaders, healthcare professionals, academic institutions, public and private healthcare stakeholders including government hospitals, policy makers and professional societies across North India. · Serve as the regional medical pillar, providing scientific support and strategic guidance to field and cross-functional teams operating across North India Build stakeholder network – identify customers, stage them and ensure their graduation to the highest parlance as per Our company standards undefined Regulatory Management Successfully collaborate for Regulatory, Reputational (i.e. Public Relat

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