Freelance Medical Advisor
EPM Scientific is partnering with a global pharmaceutical leader expanding its Medical Affairs function in Portugal. This is a unique opportunity to shape medical strategy and drive scientific excellence in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
Contract Conditions
- Location: Portugal
- Start Date: September/October (Flexible)
- Contract Type: Temporary / Freelance
- Languages: Portuguese and English
- Therapeutic Area: CNS
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement medical strategies across the product lifecycle-from early development to post-launch.
- Ensure alignment with global brand objectives while maintaining scientific integrity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Patient Engagement, RWE, Legal, and Digital.
- Support publication planning, data dissemination, and development of scientific content.
- Organize and lead advisory boards, expert panels, and roundtables.
- Represent the company at scientific congresses and patient engagement events.
- Conduct medical landscape assessments, scenario planning, and competitive simulations.
- Engage with Key External Experts (KEEs) to gather insights that inform clinical development and brand strategy.
Requirements
- Proven experience in Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical industry (Portugal).
- Strong understanding of drug development, regulatory frameworks, and market access in Portugal.
- Expertise in clinical study design, data interpretation, and evidence generation.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage cross-functional projects independently.
- Experience in competitive intelligence and strategic planning is a plus.
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