Head - Medical Affairs (Cluster)

Job Description

About Alkem: Alkem Laboratories Ltd. is a leading branded generic and specialty pharmaceutical company with a presence in over 50 countries. With a strong focus on science, innovation, and quality, Alkem has consistently ranked among the top five pharmaceutical companies in India. Our extensive portfolio includes several renowned brands in the top 10 and many within the top 100. Alkem operates 21 manufacturing facilities across India and the United States, all compliant with international regulatory standards. Role Description: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head – Medical Affairs (Cluster) to lead and manage medical affairs across multiple therapy areas and regions. This is a senior leadership role based in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, reporting directly to the President and Chief Medical Officer. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of 15–17 years of experience in medical affairs within the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong background in Oncology, Orthopedics, Rheumatology, High-End Gastroenterology, and Metabolism. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute the medical affairs strategy across multiple clusters/regions. Ensure medical compliance with all internal and external regulatory requirements. Provide scientific and clinical leadership in key therapy areas. Represent the company in key regulatory and scientific forums, including SEC meetings. Design and implement innovative medico-marketing strategies to support commercial objectives. Build and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), regulatory bodies, and cross-functional internal teams. Lead, mentor, and retain a high-performing team of Medical Advisors. Collaborate closely with Clinical, Regulatory, Marketing, and Sales teams to align medical strategies with business goals. Qualifications & Requirements: Educational Qualification: MD in Pharmacology or Internal Medicine (mandatory) Experience: Minimum 15-17 years in the pharmaceutical industry with leadership roles in medical affairs Strong understanding of clinical development and regulatory frameworks (local and global) Demonstrated experience handling Subject Expert Committee (SEC) meetings and regulatory engagement Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive scientific strategy Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Sound knowledge of global pharmaceutical guidelines and industry best practices Show more Show less