Medical Engagement Partner Cardiometabolic Diseases - Noreste y Norte
About this opportunity
At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.
The Position
Roche is embarking on an exciting new strategic chapter, expanding our footprint into the cardiometabolic therapeutic area, an area where you will play a pivotal role. We are looking for ambitious, growth-oriented professionals to join our Pipeline Acceleration Team to build the future of this therapeutic space. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping both our local and national strategy and will directly influence our clinical approach through high-impact collaboration with Key Opinion Leaders . This is a unique opportunity to join at the inception of a project with significant expansion potential; as the new area grows, you will have the ability to evolve your responsibilities, scale your impact, and grow your career alongside our team.
Purpose
Elevate the standard of care, long-term scientific partnerships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and researchers. This is a chance to define how we bring innovation to patients in the cardiometabolic space.
Objectives
Act as a key architect of our medical footprint : Adapt and refine the national strategy for your territory, ensuring regional medical excellence.
Gathering insights and identifying gaps, with a solid understanding of the environment and its evolution.
Shape the medical ecosystem : Identify and implement tailored solutions that meet the evolving needs of patients and HCPs, positioning Roche at the forefront of the field.
Strategic Autonomy : Lead the regional medical strategy with the autonomy to influence national decision-making.
Reporting
Directly connected to the Pipeline Acceleration Team Lead, ensuring high visibility and strategic alignment.
Collaboration
You will be a core member of our Therapeutic Area Core team. Your voice will matter, you'll be a key participant in local strategic meetings, ensuring field insights directly inform our organizational roadmap.
Key Responsibilities and Activities
Territory Medical Plan (TMP) Ownership : Beyond execution, you will take ownership of the design and implementation of your region's TMP. From evidence generation to medical education and clinical trial support, you are the strategic lead for your territory.
Understanding and monitoring the landscape , identifying gaps, and generating the insights needed to build and adapt our strategy.
Strategic Insight Generation : Proactively profile KOLs and centers to uncover new opportunities for scientific collaboration, turning complex data into actionable strategies.
Expert Knowledge Exchange : Serve as the scientific face of Roche. Lead high-level exchanges on our portfolio and research pipeline, providing expert insights on scientific queries.
Influence the medical landscape by identifying local evidence generation opportunities and supporting investigator-initiated studies (IIS), working closely with the Medical Managers.
Medical Leadership & Education : Champion scientific knowledge by organizing high-impact clinical sessions and presenting data at major congresses and symposiums.
Requirements and Competencies
Education : University degree in Health Sciences. (MBA/Post-graduate degrees are highly valued).
Experience : Proven track record in field medical roles, specifically within the cardiometabolic space (Obesity/Diabetes experience is a key asset).
Languages : High level of English proficiency.
Base : Barcelona
Competencies : Strategic analytical thinking, deep technical expertise, influencing skills to build consensus, cross-functional agility, and an unwavering commitment to patient outcomes.
Why You? You are a visionary professional seeking more than just a job; you are looking for a platform to launch something transformative. You want to contribute your expertise to a high-stakes, strategic initiative where your voice directly shapes our path forward. We are not just offering a role; we are offering the opportunity to be a founding member of our new cardiometabolic chapter. You will gain unparalleled access to top-tier Key Opinion Leaders, own your regional strategy, and actively contribute to the national roadmap. As our team scales, so will your influence and scope, providing you with a unique trajectory to grow your career as we redefine the standard of care in cardiometabolism. Join us and leave your mark on the future of medicine.
Who we are
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.
Let’s build a healthier future, together.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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