Job Purpose

To contribute to the execution of CDMA activities in Japan in alignment with TA strategy across the product lifecycle, from preclinical development through late-stage commercialization.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities

1. Strategic & Product Contribution

• Contribute to Clinical Development Plans (CDPs) post proof-of-concept and during late-stage commercialization
• Ensure alignment with medical needs, TA strategy, and field-based medical insights (FBMA)

2. Planning & Execution

• Develop and deliver local Integrated Brand Plans (IBP) and annual operational plans
• Align plans with Marketing, Market Access, and global strategy
• Ensure timely execution of IBP activities

3. Budget & Resource Management

• Manage TA budget effectively
• Provide and allocate medical staff resources (e.g., Medical Advisors, TMMA)
• Ensure cost efficiency and proper staffing

4. Scientific & Medical Governance

• Ensure benefit-risk evaluation of products across all documents
• Provide medical review for internal/external materials (Marketing, PR, etc.)
• Support epidemiology studies and define required trials

5. External Engagement

• Drive engagement with external experts, societies, and stakeholders
• Collaborate with MSL team to:
  • Identify and segment key stakeholders
  • Gather and assess medical insights
• Share insights with Integrated Brand Teams

6. Leadership & Talent Development

• Develop team capabilities and competencies
• Coach team members and support career development planning
• Build succession pipeline for the role

7. Governance & Compliance

• Ensure ethics and compliance across all activities
• Participate in Strategy and Activity Review Committee meetings
• Support regulatory readiness and commercialization strategy

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Contribution to CDP aligned with TA strategy
• Timely delivery and execution of IBP
• Budget adherence and effective resource allocation
• Availability of high-quality benefit-risk evaluations
• Strength of external expert engagement
• Team development and succession readiness

Job Complexity

• Works in a cross-functional environment including:
  • MSL, CPL, PV, BDS
  • Marketing, Market Access, TMMA
  • Integrated Evidence Team (IET)

Key Interfaces

• Integrated Brand Team (IBT)
• Rapid Response Team
• MST / MAST
• Global Epidemiology
• Local R&D teams

Required Expertise

• Strong understanding of Medical Affairs regulations and compliance requirements

Minimum Education

• Bachelor of Science (or equivalent)

Required Skills & Experience

• At least 5+ years industry experience in Japan
• Experience in therapeutic area (clinical or research setting)
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Fluent English communication
• Coaching and talent development skills