Global Medical Director – Cns & Pain

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Allschwil, Switzerland
Base: not specified; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Not specified, potentially hybrid or fully remote based on company culture.
Minimum 5 years pharmaceutical industry experience
Strong understanding of clinical trial design
Experience working with key opinion leaders
Abbott is seeking a Global Medical Director for CNS & Pain based in Allschwil, Switzerland. The role involves shaping medical strategy and advancing patient-focused innovation, requiring significant experience in the pharmaceutical field and strong leadership skills

Job Summary

  • This role plays a central part in shaping global medical strategy for CNS & Pain therapeutic areas within Abbott's Branded Generics business.
  • The successful candidate will collaborate across functions to guide long-term therapeutic strategy and ensure scientific excellence across the product lifecycle.
  • Abbott offers purpose-driven work that improves access to healthcare globally within a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and thoughtful leadership.

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Abbott is seeking a Global Medical Director for CNS & Pain based in Allschwil, Switzerland. The role involves shaping medical strategy and advancing patient-focused innovation, requiring significant experience in the pharmaceutical field and strong leadership skills.

Salary

Base: Not specified; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Minimum 5 years pharmaceutical industry experience
  • Strong understanding of clinical trial design
  • Experience working with Key Opinion Leaders
  • Fluent English communication skills
  • Knowledge of regulatory environments

Nice-to-have

  • Servant leadership mindset
  • Experience in country medical leadership roles
  • Excellent storytelling and presentation skills
  • Strong business acumen combined with empathy
  • Additional language proficiency

Key Requirements

  • M.D. preferred or advanced degree in life sciences
  • Minimum 5 years experience in pharmaceutical industry
  • Advanced degree holders require 10 years experience
  • Pharm D/PhD holders require minimum 7 years experience

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