Role Purpose:
Management of medical information services and scientific communication/exchange activities within Medical Affairs in Transcatheter Heart Valves business unit. Main focus on areas of medical information enquiries handling of complex unsolicited information requests, scientific content development for internal and external stakeholders, management and full responsibility for reviews of marketing materials, scientific evidence reviews and its dissemination.

Major Job Functions :
Medical information services
Manage all external and internal medical information requests - provide accurate, relevant, timely information to all stakeholders in accordance with latest available evidence and professional guidelines
Represent and bring Medical Information perspective in cross functional activities and project teams
Create content and provide marketing teams with up to date information on products and disease areas of interest to contribute to development of targeted marketing campaigns and product launches.
Manage and take full responsibility for medical affairs marketing materials reviews – provide timely, accurate feedback and approval of promotional/educational materials in accordance with the relevant and up to date codes of medical practice and company guidelines.
Develop and maintain Medical Information e-tools (Medical request portal) and global library resources (THV SER).

Scientific communication and content management
Manage literature monitoring and updates: perform periodic searches to monitor and evaluate emerging literature and maintain evidence update communication tools in the field of Valvular heart disease and THV therapy.
Update and maintain publication library to provide overview on/ interpretation of existing scientific literature on demand
Perform specific searches and evaluations/analysis to create specific content on demand
Perform searches on TAVI related topics and build customer slide decks on dedicated topics of interest
Provide critical reviews of scientific manuscripts in its development phase on demand
Manage scientific communication to internal and external stakeholders, scientific exchange meeting (e.g. Advisory boards, Expert forums)
Contribute to a continuous benefit/risk assessment of THV-therapy for Edwards Lifesciences products and its competitors

Medical Information e-tools
Manage online portal for medical requests, collect answers internally and respond to customers in accordance with all internal policies and compliance rules
Develop and maintain current online portals and focus on enhancing that with newest technologies
Continuously improve structure and content of the global THV scientific evidence repository

Education support
Prepare training materials/provide internal trainings as needed

General responsibilities
Actively set and meet individual professional development goals
Manage KOL expectations and needs in accordance with the company strategy
Provide timely and constructive feedback to co-workers and strive for an increase in team effectiveness and cohesiveness
Be a credible ambassador for Edwards Lifesciences products and live Edwards Lifesciences culture/credo

Required Education/Skills/Experience:
Advanced degree in life sciences or healthcare-related fields, ideally Doctor of Medicine, possibly also Master’s or Ph D degree in pharmacy or biosciences
4+ years of experience in Medical Devices and/or Pharma industries, preferably in Medical Affairs
Good understanding of evidence-based medicine, clinical research landscape and ability to analyze and interpret complex scientific data
Experience in cardiology or related therapeutic areas is a plus
Fluent in English, each additional language is an advantage

Additional Skills:
Experience to work in a complex matrix organization
Self-driven, able to manage workload, well organized, motivated, team oriented
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Passion for detail, excellent analytical skills
Experience with Vault and salesforce.com systems is a benefit
Willing to travel up to 25%, mainly EU countries

What is it like to work at Edwards Lifesciences in the Czech Republic?
As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).

Edwards Lifesciences in the Czech Republic also offers the following benefits:

Competitive Compensation and Benefits package

Flexible working hours, remote working

Pension Plan Risk Life Insurance

Virtual Medical Clinic (online access to healthcare)

Meal Benefits

Service Awards

Enhanced Sick Leave Benefits

Flexible Benefit Plan (Cafeteria)

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Assistance Program

Comprehensive Wellness Program including onsite gym, Yoga, Pilates or SM System classes, massages, fresh fruit in the office, healthy lifestyle workshops, educational events, charity activities and much more.

Benefits are regulated by an internal policy which contains the full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by location.