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We are united by our mission to change lives by providing earlier, smarter answers. Through advances in cancer detection and treatment guidance, we will help eradicate the disease and the suffering it causes.\nThe Head Medical Affairs EUCAN provides strategic and people leadership for Medical Affairs across Europe and Canada, with interim responsibility for Latin America. The role translates the International Medical Affairs strategy into high-impact regional and market medical plans that address patient, healthcare system and business needs across the portfolio\nKey responsibilities include leading and developing Head Medical Affairs teams across several markets, including our field Medical Liaison capabilities; mentoring high-potential talent; overseeing strategic initiatives; advancing scientific engagement and evidence generation; and ensuring medical readiness for product launches and lifecycle priorities. The role also serves as deputy to the Chief Medical Officer International.\nThe position works closely with Market Access, Commercial, Regulatory, and US Medical Affairs while maintaining medical independence and the highest standards of scientific integrity and compliance.\nThis role will be office based out of one of the European head offices and requires approximately 30-40% of travel.\nEssential Duties\nInclude, but are not limited to, the following:\nLead, coach and develop Medical Affairs Heads across EUCAN markets, setting clear objectives, strengthening succession and talent development, and ensuring consistent execution of high-quality medical plans. \nOwn the regional Medical Affairs strategy and operating plan for the assigned markets, aligned with International strategy\nCollaborate with regional headquarters team to provide input into strategic planning for both in-line and pipeline assets.\nLead several key strategic initiatives to evolve our International Medical Affairs team and position.\nEvolve our MSL Capability in the region (Europe & Canada) in close collaboration with the Sr Manager MSL & Medical Excellence assessing reporting lines and structure, overseeing the consistent delivery of activities across markets whilst laying down a roadmap for future growth.\nServe as deputy for the Chief Medical Officer International.\nIdentify and engage international thought leaders in Screening, Colo-Rectal & Breast cancer to conduct scientific discussions and gather insights related to molecular diagnostics and evidence generation.\nLead international Advisory Boards.\nSupport international access & reimbursement with medical and scientific expertise.\n Assure compliance with relevant corporate policies and European regulatory requirements.\nUphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.\nSupport and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.\nMaintain regular and reliable attendance.\nAbility to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.\nAbility to travel 30-40%.\nMinimum Qualifications\nDegree in Medicine/Medical Doctor is essential.\n3+ years of therapeutic clinical experience desired.\n3+ years of people management experience.\n12 to 15 years of industry experience (working in pharma/biotech/med tech).\nExperience in Colorectal carcinoma & breast cancer.\nManaging large teams with regional and or Global experience.\nPrevious experience as Medical Director for large Country.\nExperience in managing KOLs with an established network of physicians involved in treating cancer.\nExcellent English mandatory spoken and written. 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