Medical Advisor

Job Purpose 

Provide strategic medical leadership and scientific support to cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory standards, and enhance patient outcomes.

Accountabilities

Stakeholder Engagement:

Manage engagement with external stakeholders relating to Medical Intelligence to understand current clinical practices, obtain medical guidance and maintain up-to-date knowledge in respective therapy areas, in order to provide valuable insights and medical support to the business

Knowledge and Development

Ensure the medical team stays current with evolving standards to support informed decisions, regulatory compliance, and business growth through proactive, expert-driven knowledge management.

Compliance

Ensure all medical activities meet current legal, regulatory, and ethical standards, supporting business objectives and safeguarding patient safety.

Medical Strategy Input

Contribute to medical affairs plans and help clarify business opportunities.

Team Capability

Develop people capabilities to build a goal oriented team

Educational qualifications:

• MBChB (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) – Preferred and commonly required.
• PhD or MPharm – Accepted with relevant experience.
• Postgraduate qualification in medicine, pharmacy, or healthcare management.

Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) – Essential for medical professionals

Relevant experience:

1. 5–7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or related healthcare sectors.
2. 2–3 years for candidates with an MD.
3. 7–8 years for candidates with a PhD or MPharm.
4. Experience in managed care, medical insurance, or clinical research is highly valued

Required skills:

1. Scientific/Technical:   Clinical data analysis, medical writing, regulatory affairs
2. Communication:         Stakeholder engagement, training, clear scientific dialogue
3. Strategic/Business:    Portfolio analysis, cross-functional teamwork
4. Compliance/Ethics:    Regulatory adherence, pharmacovigilance
5. Digital/Analytical:       Data analysis, digital tool proficiency
6. Personal Attributes:    Independence, teamwork, adaptability