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Santhera Pharmaceuticals is a Swiss specialty pharmaceutical company focused on medical science and the development and commercialization of innovative pharmaceutical products for the treatment of rare neuromuscular diseases with high unmet medical need.
Come and join our team to contribute to providing treatment options for patients with rare diseases that have a severe impact on the lives of affected children and adults. You can make a difference as:
Head Medical Affairs
Scope of Work
As an experienced and visionary Head of Medical Affairs to define and execute our global medical strategy reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, this role is ideal for an entrepreneurial and resilient leader with deep scientific expertise, who can integrate modern digital engagement, biomarker-led innovation, and academic collaborations to revolutionize how we support patients and prescribers in the rare disease space. As a core member of the CMO Leadership Team, you will be accountable for medical leadership across marketed products and pipeline programs, including scientific communications, data generation, real-world evidence (RWE), digital HCP engagement, and external scientific collaborations. You will also contribute to international expansion strategies, support in-licensing evaluations and due diligence processes, and help identify opportunities for strategic partnerships to broaden Santheras impact globally. This is a unique opportunity to lead a function at the forefront of scientific advancement and digital transformation in rare diseases.
As a forward-thinking leader who thrives in dynamic and growing environments, you will bring a builder''s mindset creating new capabilities, inspiring high performance, and acting as a strategic medical partner within the broader business. With the courage to lead through change, the curiosity to innovate, and the agility to respond to new opportunities in a rapidly evolving landscape this role will support the clinical community to understand the value of our treatments whilst ensuring their safe and effective use.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Medical Leadership
Digital Innovation and Omnichannel Engagement
Data Generation and Scientific Communications
Medical Education and Scientific Exchange
Clinical Practice & Patient Management Advancement
Team Leadership & Functional Growth