Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert:Associate Director, Field Medical AffairsDate: Oct 15, 2025Location: Harlow, United Kingdom, CM20 2FBJob Id: 64431Teva Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharmaceutical leader, one that operates across the full spectrum of innovation to reliably deliver medicines to patients worldwide. For over 120 years, Teva's commitment to bettering health has never wavered. Today, the company's global network of capabilities enables its 37,000 employees across 57 markets to advance health by developing medicines for the future while championing the production of generics and biologics. If patients have a need, we are already working to address it. At Teva we are all in for better health. Join us on our journey of growth!Preferred Location: Field based (This role can be based anywhere in the UK with regular travel across the territory - 60 to 70%). This role involves frequent visits to Teva sites across Ridings Point, Harlow, Ireland and any subsequent sites as appropriate.The opportunityWe are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Field Medical Affairs to lead our medical affairs field team across the UK and Ireland. This senior role will manage a team of Medical Science Liaisons in the UK and Ireland while maintaining direct engagement with Key Opinion Leaders (KOL) at nationally important medical centres. The successful candidate will bridge scientific excellence with strategic business execution, working closely with therapeutic area teams and field sales team to develop and implement field medical strategies.Success in this role will be measured by:Team performance and development outcomesKOL engagement quality and satisfaction scoresStrategic initiative completion and impactTerritory coverage and engagement metricsScientific collaboration outputsCompliance and regulatory adherenceCross-functional partnership effectivenessA day in the life of an Associate Director, Field Medical Affairs...Lead, manage, and develop a team of MSLs across UK and IrelandProvide coaching, mentoring, and performance management to ensure team excellenceConduct regular field visits and joint HCP interactions to support MSL developmentOversee recruitment, onboarding, and training of MSL team membersFoster a collaborative and high-performance team cultureDevelop ongoing MSL training planKey responsibilitiesKey Opinion Leader (KOL) Relationship ManagementEstablish and maintain strategic relationships with nationally important KOLsLead engagement with key medical centres and academic institutions at the highest levelSupport and enhance MSL interactions with regional and local KOLsDevelop and execute national KOL engagement strategiesRepresent the company at major scientific meetings and congressesStrategic Planning & ExecutionCollaborate with therapeutic area and field sales teams to develop comprehensive field medical strategiesTranslate corporate medical strategies into actionable field execution plansEnsure alignment between field medical objectives and business prioritiesMonitor and evaluate strategy effectiveness, adapting approaches as neededProvide strategic insights and market intelligence to therapeutic area teamsScientific ExcellenceMaintain deep therapeutic area expertise and stay current with medical literatureProvide scientific leadership and credibility in interactions with healthcare professionalsSupport medical information requests and scientific discussionsContribute to medical publications, research collaborations, and scientific initiativesEnsure compliance with all medical and regulatory requirementsCross-functional CollaborationPartner with medical affairs, commercial, regulatory, and clinical teamsSupport product launch preparations and lifecycle management activitiesContribute to medical education programs and advisory board planningCollaborate with global and EU medical teams on key initiativesLiaise with MSL managers from other countries to share best practicesStrategic Partnership & RepresentationDeputise for Senior Medical and Technical Director as appropriatePartner with Senior Medical and Technical Director on high-priority strategic initiativesCollaborate with project coordinator on key strategic project implementationRepresent Medical Affairs at UK, Ireland, EU, and global meetingsYour experience and qualificationsDo you have...?Advanced degree in life sciences (MD, PhD, Pharmacy, or equivalent) is a must. Desirable: post-graduate qualification in neurology, psychiatry, gastroenterology or immunologyExtensive pharmaceutical industry experience in medical affairs or MSL roles, including experience of managing MSLsProven leadership experience managing high-performing teamsPrevious experience managing geographically dispersed teams preferredExperience of launching new products, especially in neurology, psychiatry or gastroenterologyExperience of engaging with key stakeholders in neurology, psychiatry or GastroenterologyKnowledge of treatment landscapes in neurology, psychiatry or GastroenterologyStrong understanding of pharmaceutical regulations and compliance requirementsExperience with clinical trial management, especially Phase II/III/IVKnowledge of UK and Irish regulatory landscapesExperience of pre-launch medical planning for a new product launchExperience in supporting formulary inclusion of new productsExperience in working with Market Access TeamsExperience of working in the NHSProficiency in CRM systems and medical affairs databasesExperience with scientific literature databases and analysis toolsAdvanced presentation and facilitation skillsProject management capabilitiesAre you...?An strategic thinkerProactiveHappy with the below travel requirements:Extensive travel required (60-70%) across UK and IrelandThis role requires 'time on territory' of 3 to 4 days per week.International travel for meetings and conferencesOvernight stays required for field visits, MSL coaching and meetingsEnjoy a more rewarding choiceWe support our people through every stage of their journey with us. Our flexible reward platform puts you in control, empowering you to tailor your benefits to fit your lifestyle, priorities, and what matters most to you. With 25 days of annual leave that grows with your service, the flexibility to purchase additional days, and two dedicated volunteering days each year, your time off is truly yours to enjoy, recharge, and give back. We prioritise your health with private medical insurance, life assurance, critical illness cover, and income protection.Whether you're growing your family or pursuing new adventures, our enhanced maternity and paternity leave, sabbaticals, and hybrid working policies are here to support you through life’s most meaningful moments. Financial wellbeing matters too, which is why we offer an enhanced pension scheme, access to a discount store, and free financial coaching through Bippit.To help you grow with confidence, we offer a structured training and development programme tailored to your role and department, equipping you with the tools, knowledge, and support you need to thrive.Reports ToSenior Medical and Technical DirectorAlready Working @TEVA?If you are a current Teva employee, please apply using the internal career site available on "Employee Central". By doing so you will be treated with priority. Use the following link to search and apply: Internal Career Site.The internal career site is available from your home network as well. If you have trouble accessing your EC account, please contact your local HR/IT partner.Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity CommitmentTeva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, colour, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. #TJ #J-18808-Ljbffr