Global Medical Science Leader Infectious Disease

The role of Global Medical Science Leader Infectious Disease at Roche involves driving the development and integration of new antibiotics into global healthcare. Roche is a company dedicated to advancing science to prevent, stop, and cure diseases, ensuring global access to healthcare. The company values personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, fostering an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. The main day-to-day responsibilities include shaping medical strategies for innovative antibiotics, designing and delivering integrated evidence generation plans, and guiding the development, launch, and patient access of new treatments. The role also involves building partnerships with global medical leaders, patient organizations, and public-private health institutions. Additionally, the position requires strengthening market access strategies, inspiring confidence through scientific dissemination, and representing Roche globally. The role also includes mentoring colleagues and fostering collaboration across the worldwide medical network. To qualify for this role, candidates must have a PhD or MD in Medicine, Life Sciences, or a related field. At least 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience in Medical Affairs, combined with hands-on clinical hospital experience, is required. Deep scientific proficiency in Infectious Diseases, Antimicrobial Resistance, and Respiratory diseases is essential. Candidates must also have a proven track record in building scientific networks and external stakeholder engagement, as well as experience in orchestrating end-to-end evidence generation frameworks. Strong strategic and matrix leadership skills, along with the ability to act as a conduit between Global Medical vision and local affiliate needs, are crucial. Fluency in English is a must, with additional languages being a plus. Nice-to-have skills include experience in leading scientific dissemination strategies and the ability to manage cross-functional matrix environments. The role offers the opportunity to work with some of the most innovative minds in medicine, public health, and digital science, and to influence how patients worldwide gain access to life-saving treatments. The position is based in a collaborative and innovative environment, with a focus on fostering creativity and high ambitions. What the role asks for: - PhD or MD in Medicine, Life Sciences, or a related field. - At least 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience in Medical Affairs. - Hands-on clinical hospital experience (e.g., acute hospital care, ICU, Infectious Diseases, or Antimicrobial Resistance). - Deep scientific proficiency in Infectious Diseases, Antimicrobial Resistance, and Respiratory diseases. - Demonstrated success in building scientific networks and external stakeholder engagement. - Proven capability in orchestrating end-to-end evidence generation frameworks. - Strong strategic and matrix leadership skills. - Fluency in English.