Associate Director Medical Affairs

Associate Director Medical Affairs

Grifols

Paris, France

In this role, you will be responsible for leading the local and regional medical affairs strategy, acting as a key scientific partner to internal teams and external stakeholders, and ensuring high‑quality scientific exchange, compliance, and evidence generation across the country/region.

What your responsibilities will be

• Lead and execute the country/regional Medical Affairs strategy, representing the medical function internally and externally, including interactions with health authorities and cross‑functional teams.
• Build and maintain strategic scientific partnerships with KOLs, driving meaningful medical exchange and collecting relevant medical insights.
• Manage, coach, and develop Medical Affairs field teams (MSLs/MAMs), ensuring effective execution and compliance.
• Oversee scientific communication and education, including medical content review, medical inquiries, congress participation, and internal training.
• Lead local evidence generation activities (ISRs, RWE, NIS, research grants) and ensure budget management, governance, and compliance with company policies.

Who you are

• University degree in Biology, Biomedicine, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or Medicine; PhD, MD, or PharmD preferred.
• At least 7 years of experience in a similar role within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong scientific expertise with the ability to interpret clinical and scientific data.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Strategic mindset, strong business acumen, and high ethical standards.
• Willingness to travel.