Position Overview:

The Medical Affairs Lead for Benelux is accountable for developing and executing the Medical Affairs strategy for the 3 countries. They lead the creation and execution of the country medical plans in alignment with the business objectives of the Insulet’s affiliate. The medical plans encompass value-generating activities on medical education, evidence generation and dissemination, HCP and KOL engagement, and internal knowledge and insights translation. The Medical Affairs Sr. Manager leads, aligns with and influences a number of cross-functional partners (commercial, marketing, market access, regulatory, sales excellence) in the Benelux region to ensure proper execution of the medical plans.

The Medical Affairs Sr. Manager is a key member of the UK/Benelux leadership team. They work closely with Insulet’s affiliate cross-functional team to ensure the information, education, and research needs of HCPs are met and to ensure scientific and technical training needs of commercial and advocacy organizations are identified and met.

One of the priorities for this individual will be key opinion leader (KOL) engagement and local evidence generation. This includes establishing, fostering, cultivating and maintaining relationships with KOLs as a conduit for accurate and updated clinical, scientific and medical information between KOLs and the company. The person will also ensure local evidence is being generated, fulfilling local needs and in alignment with the global evidence generation strategy.

This role works closely with Global and other in-country Medical Affairs colleagues to lead the development of robust country launch plans for new products, and executes them with excellence. They will have and maintain an in-depth understanding of diabetes, the current and future treatment landscape along with ongoing clinical research with a focus on the diabetes device market.

Responsibilities:

Develop and lead the execution of the Medical Affairs strategy at a country and regional level through cross-functional collaboration and influence – supporting efficient go-to-market plans for Benelux.Lead, establish and execute the local medical education plans for Benelux: educate HCP with online/in-person blended offerings (on-demand, webinars, Peer-to-Peer training), deliver medical education at congresses and symposiums, support product training with generation and delivery of medical contentInform & strategize evidence generation plans, in answer to fulfil market access, regulatory and marketing needsSupport the local execution of Insulet-sponsored and Investigator-Initiated trialsDisseminate evidence within local marketsIdentify and engage with HCP to inform and seek advice on the company’s solutions, through the execution of advisory boards, clinical activity, scientific Exchange and educational EventsEstablish and maintain credible peer-to-peer scientific relationships with national and regional KOLsBuild confidence and advocacy among key external influencers (KOLs)Build and share knowledge with internal and external stakeholders regarding the use and benefits of current and future Insulet productsWork collaboratively with cross-functional partnersTranslate clinical data into scientifically sound, tangible insights and claimsReview scientific and medical content for externally-facing content, using the Veeva systemAnswer HCP medical queriesAssist with sales events such as pump clinics, pump support groups, info sessions, in-the-office educational events, patient info nights, advocacy events, etc.Maintain a thorough and detailed working knowledge of the organization and its products, current scientific research and publicationsPerforms other duties as required

Key Decision Rights

Local/Regional Medical strategy, including launch plans; KOL engagement activity; Medical Education activities for Benelux

Education and Experience:

MD, PharmD, PhD or MS in life science or an equivalentRelevant or equivalent Medical Affairs experience in diabetes within the pharmaceutical or medical device industryIn-depth understanding of the diabetes disease state, the current/future treatment landscape, and ongoing clinical trials/researchUnderstanding of the country medical practice and clinical decision-making regarding patient care for diabetes

Skills/Competencies:

Proven leader in Medical Affairs including developing and leading the implementation of medical strategy.Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Dutch and EnglishKnowledge of French language is considered a plusCombined strategic thinking and execution skillsDemonstrated ability to integrate, lead and influence in a challenging cross-functional environment.High ethical standards which apply to interactions with HCPs, payers, and industry representatives

Physical Requirements (if applicable):

Location: Belgium, Netherlands, United KingdomThis role will involve frequent travel, approximately 30% mainly in the Benelux region and within international region on occasions (conferences, internal meetings).

 

NOTE: This position is eligible for 100% remote working arrangements (may work from home/virtually 100%; may also work hybrid on-site/virtual as desired). #LI-Remote 

Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod product platform. The Omnipod Insulin Management System provides a unique alternative to traditional insulin delivery methods. With its simple, wearable design, the tubeless disposable Pod provides up to three days of non-stop insulin delivery, without the need to see or handle a needle. Insulet’s flagship innovation, the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System, integrates with a continuous glucose monitor to manage blood sugar with no multiple daily injections, zero fingersticks, and can be controlled by a compatible personal smartphone in the U.S. or by the Omnipod 5 Controller. Insulet also leverages the unique design of its Pod by tailoring its Omnipod technology platform for the delivery of non-insulin subcutaneous drugs across other therapeutic areas. For more information, please visit insulet.com and omnipod.com.

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