Requirements: English
Company: Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies
Region: Brussels , Brussels
Requisition ID: 33468 At Terumo Blood and CellTechnologies, our 7,000+ global associates are proud to come towork each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives ofpatients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere. Wemake medical devices and related products that are used to collect,separate, manufacture, and process various components of blood andcells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, wetouch a patients life every second of every day and are committedto continuing to increase the number of patients we serve.Advancing healthcare with heart. With some of the best andbrightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint,comprehensive benefits, and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood andCell Technologies is a great place to work, grow, and be part of ateam that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shapewherever we go next. You create your future and ours. The Director,Global Medical Affairs at Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies (TBCT)is a critical global role overseeing the medical strategy andscientific engagement across regions, including EMEA, NorthAmerica, APAC, China, and LATAM. Reporting to the Vice President ofPatient Access, this position is integral to the Patient AccessLeadership Team, which comprises Medical Affairs, GovernmentAffairs, and Market Access. The role ensures that TBCTs medicalstrategies align with global objectives and drive evidence-basedapproaches to improve patient outcomes and strengthen scientificpartnerships. This role provides a unique opportunity to: - Developand execute global medical strategies that reinforce TBCTsposition as a leader in healthcare innovation - Fosterrelationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcareprofessionals, and scientific organizations to support medical andscientific advancements - Drive clinical evidence generation tosupport product value propositions and enhance patient outcomes -Lead and inspire a high-performing, globally diverse medicalaffairs team ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This rolecombines strategic vision with hands-on leadership to deliverimpactful results. Strategic Leadership: - Develop and implementglobal medical strategies to support product innovation, clinicaladoption, and lifecycle management - Ensure alignment withregulatory, scientific, and clinical standards to support TBCTstherapeutic areas - Guide the generation and dissemination ofclinical evidence to support value propositions, includingpublications, white papers, and presentations - Act as the primarymedical voice in strategic planning and decision-making processesTeam and Operational Leadership: - Lead and develop a globalmedical affairs team, fostering collaboration and excellence acrossregions - Oversee budget planning and resource allocation for themedical affairs function - Promote a culture of scientific rigor,ethical compliance, and patient-centricity Stakeholder Engagement:- Build and maintain relationships with KOLs, scientificorganizations, and healthcare professionals - Represent TBCT atscientific meetings, conferences, and symposia to communicate theclinical and medical value of our portfolio - Collaborate withinternal and external stakeholders to address unmet clinical needsand expand awareness of TBCTs innovative therapies includingregional and business area leadership - Provide oversight on themedical information request process Clinical Evidence Generationand Dissemination: - Oversee the design, execution, and publicationof clinical studies, registries, and real-world evidenceinitiatives - Lead the adaptation of global value dossiers toincorporate region-specific clinical data and requirements - Ensurerobust medical review and support for promotional andnon-promotional materials - Facilitate claims development andreview Education and Training: - Drive internal education onclinical and medical advancements to enhance cross-functionalunderstanding - Develop training programs for internal teams andexternal stakeholders to support product adoption and clinical bestpractices Compliance and Risk Management: - Ensure adherence toglobal and regional regulatory standards and ethical guidelines. -Monitor the evolving regulatory and clinical landscape to identifyopportunities and risks for TBCT. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONREQUIREMENTS Education: Advanced degree in Medicine (MD), LifeSciences (PhD), or a related healthcare field. Experience andExpertise: The ideal candidate will have a robust background inmedical affairs, clinical development, or related fields within thepharmaceutical, medical technology, or biotech industry. Keyqualifications include: - Minimum 12 years of leadership experiencein medical affairs or related functions in the healthcare industry(incl. team leadership) - Comprehensive understanding of globalhealthcare systems, regulatory environments, and clinical evidencegeneration - Proven track reco