Field Medical Advisor France

Field Medical Advisor France

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.

As a Field Medical Advisor supporting the Medical Affairs team, you will as a strategic link between Alcon and our Scientific Partners as they are expected to develop and maintain peer-to-peer relationships with Medical Experts/Key Opinion Leaders in the field of Ophthalmology and Optometry and strategically support the development and appropriate use/adoption of Alcon products and therapies through evidence-based scientific exchange and by seeking external insights to further inform and shape company’s understanding of the products, therapeutic area, and clinical practice for the Iberian region. In this role, a typical day will include:
- Identify national, regional, and local KOLs.- Develop peer-to-peer scientific relationships with KOLs and decision-makers to expand scientific partnership opportunities; and gain their advocacy.- Upon Healthcare professional request, liaise and be the point of contact and scientific accountability between potential researcher and Alcon on Investigator Initiated Trials (IITs) from inception to publication, through initial scientific exchanges and reviews of proposals before further internal review.- Collect, analyze, and report insights that may impact company development plans/trial designs, launch, and brand strategies/tactics. Develop a strong understanding of the future needs of ophthalmic surgeons and support medical education in alignment with Alcon's strategy.- Scientific Research Support contribute to identification and recommendation of appropriate involvement and participation in Alcon-sponsored clinical trials (includes both pre-and post-market studies) from assigned territory.- Facilitate review of unsolicited education grant requests.- Ensure cross-functional collaboration, and interface effectively with all other Medical Affairs functions, as well as other departments, including Commercial, QA, Research and Development, Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, etc.- Work with Integrity and Compliance observing all laws, industry standards, and company policies.- Comply with all credentialing requirements for any healthcare institution, such as operating room policy, etc.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:
- Bachelor’s Degree in life Science. Prefer Advanced Degree in Ophthalmology or Optometry or MD/DO/MBBS/OD/PhD/PharmD.- Fluent French and English language (written and spoken)- Prefer deep knowledge of eye diseases including ophthalmic surgical procedures and optometry.- Minimum of 5 years of experience in an ophthalmology or optometry field, with at least 3 of those in the ophthalmic industry or clinical practice.- Experience in a customer-facing role.- Working knowledge of the Healthcare System and of the research procedures as well as the ICH guidelines, GCP, and other applicable ethical guidelines.- Experience designing and executing clinical trials, in particular post-market and Real-World Evidence.- Experience in scientific presentations and basic experience in medical writing and biostatistics.- Knowledge of product development, clinical trial design, regulatory requirements, payer landscape, and life cycle management.- Proven ability and experience to develop and foster peer-to-peer, credible relationships with Medical Experts/decision makers. Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
- Competitive salary- Comprehensive benefits package- Training and continuous development; Be part of a high performing leader in ophthalmology company with a lot of opportunities to further develop your professional career.- International exposure- Open, friendly and collaborative culture; Work in a challenging environment with an outstanding team that will support him to achieve goals and performance.

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