Executive Director, International Medical Affairs, Dermatology
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Zurich, Switzerland Area (Hybrid - Headquarter location)
The Company is seeking an Executive Director, International Medical Affairs, Dermatology, to lead medical strategy across the portfolio throughout the product lifecycle, from pipeline development through launch and in-market management. The role includes developing and inspiring the international medical team, shaping evidence plans and launch readiness, and guiding scientific engagement, medical education, publications, and expert relationships. The Executive Director will represent the function in senior cross-functional forums and collaborate with commercial, access, development, and regional teams to support clinical adoption and patient access. The position also involves translating market insights into strategic recommendations and prioritizing resources while ensuring compliant, high-quality execution. Candidates must hold a doctorate-level degree in medicine, pharmacy, health sciences, life sciences, or a related field, and have at least 10 years of pharmaceutical Medical Affairs experience, including substantial international or global experience. They should bring product-lifecycle expertise, knowledge of international healthcare systems and external stakeholders, and a record of developing medical strategies, evidence plans, and scientific engagement initiatives. Previous people leadership and strong matrix leadership and influencing skills are required, along with fluent written and spoken English. Experience in immunology or dermatology and proficiency in additional languages are desirable.
Functions:
- Medical Care/Hospital Administration
Compensation
CHF CHF184,800-CHF343,200 (salary) per year
About the Company
Large healthcare & biomedical solutions company
Industry
Pharmaceuticals
Type
Public Company
Age
employees
10,001+