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About the Role

Lead Medical strategy and execution for the therapeutic area, with clear priorities and measurable outcomes. Provide Japanese Medical input into clinical development, target product profiles, evidence generation, launch planning, and lifecycle management. Shape and oversee evidence generation plans, including clinical studies, investigator-initiated research, real-world evidence, and publications.

Responsibilities

Lead Medical strategy and execution for the therapeutic area, with clear priorities and measurable outcomes.
Provide Japanese Medical input into clinical development, target product profiles, evidence generation, launch planning, and lifecycle management.
Shape and oversee evidence generation plans, including clinical studies, investigator-initiated research, real-world evidence, and publications.
Identify evidence gaps and lead scientific activities such as study design, protocol development, data analysis, abstracts, manuscripts, and dissemination.
Lead advisory boards, expert engagements, and scientific exchange activities to generate actionable insights.
Build and maintain trusted relationships with Thought Leaders, investigators, professional societies, and other external stakeholders.
Drive alignment and decision-making across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Marketing, Sales, Market Access, Regulatory Affairs, and Pharmacovigilance.
Act as the key scientific liaison between Japan and Global/Regional teams, representing local medical needs and insights.
Anticipate risks, solve complex business and scientific challenges, and propose innovative approaches.
Review and approve promotional and non-promotional materials in compliance with regulations and company standards.
Coach and develop colleagues through scientific leadership, mentoring, and knowledge sharing.
Leverage digital and AI-enabled tools to enhance scientific insights, productivity, and decision-making.
Support the Medical function head in setting priorities, allocating resources, and driving organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

University Degree or above (MD, PhD or equivalent advanced degree preferred)
At least 3 years experience in a MSL/ Senior Scientific Expert or R&D role in Oncology TA is preferred
Experience in driving and managing the medical strategy for various brands in the pharmaceutical industry
Clinical research and trial management experience, and be able to interact authoritatively with key stakeholders and investigators.
Excellent presentation and teaching skills and to represent the company in a professional manner at medical, scientific and public events.
Independent, self-driven, pro-active, extrovert and dynamic
Ability to form relationships quickly and have demonstrable persuasive abilities
Highly effective communicator both orally and in writing; can get ideas across one-on-in, in group settings as well as in presentations
Exceptional leadership capabilities; ability to motivate. Highly organized with attention to detail
Strong team player and know how to collaborate and engage many stakeholders across a large organization
Solid negotiation and decision making skills
Good analytical and numerical abilities
Adaptability
Innovative and pro-active
Strategic thinking
Results-oriented attitude
Resource management and financial skills to control budgets
Experience in working with MS office in a Windows environment
Willing to travel
Fluency in Japanese and a good command of English (TOEIC 730 or above as a guide)

Skills

Medical strategy
Clinical development
Evidence generation
Launch planning
Lifecycle management
Clinical studies
Investigator-initiated research
Real-world evidence
Publications
Study design
Protocol development
Data analysis
Abstracts
Manuscripts
Dissemination
Advisory boards
Expert engagements
Scientific exchange
Relationship building
Communication
Leadership
Organization
Attention to detail
Teamwork
Collaboration
Negotiation
Decision making
Analytical abilities
Numerical abilities
Adaptability
Innovation
Pro-activeness
Strategic thinking
Results-orientation
Resource management
Financial skills
Budget control
MS Office
Windows environment
Japanese fluency
English proficiency

Location

Tokyo
Osaka

Work Type

Regular
Flexible working hours
Home-office arrangements

Experience Level

Senior
At least 3 years experience in a MSL/ Senior Scientific Expert or R&D role in Oncology TA

Education Level

University Degree or above
MD, PhD or equivalent advanced degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

Competitive salary package consisting of an annual basic salary and Short-Term Incentive (STI) bonus and top performance award

Benefits

Various special paid day-offs on top of given annual paid vacation days
Flexible working hours
Home-office arrangements
Learning and development opportunities through training programs, regular feedback and project participations
Inclusive and fair work environment
DC pension plan
Health and medical support by Bayer Health Insurance Association
Benefit Club membership
Life insurance

About the Company

Bayer Pharmaceuticals
Medical Affairs & Pharmacovigilance
Division: Pharmaceuticals
Functional Area: Medical Affairs & Pharmacovigilance
Position Grade: VS 1.1-VS1.2

Equal Opportunity

At Bayer, our employees are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. We also embrace and respect diversity by providing an inclusive and fair work environment for all employees