Senior Global Medical Director Oncology

GSK

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

You will lead global medical affairs for oncology from Switzerland, focusing on the long-term disease and medicine strategy for an asset or key portfolio. You will design and deliver medical strategies, evidence generation, and scientific engagement across the product lifecycle. This role involves close collaboration with R&D, commercial, regional medical teams, and external partners to translate scientific insight into practical impact for patients. The position offers growth opportunities, visible influence on global medical strategy, and the chance to contribute to GSK’s mission of uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Requirements

Advanced degree in medicine, pharmacy, life sciences, or related field (MD, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent).
Minimum 8 years’ experience in medical affairs, clinical development, or related roles within oncology.
Proven experience designing and delivering global medical and evidence generation strategies.
Strong track record of scientific engagement with healthcare professionals and academic partners.
Experience working in cross-functional, matrixed, and global teams.
Excellent English communication skills with the ability to make complex science clear.

Nice To Haves

Experience in late-stage clinical development, phase IIIb/IV studies, or real-world evidence programmes.
Experience managing global congress strategy and scientific communications.
Experience negotiating and managing external partnerships, budgets, and vendors.
Knowledge of regulatory, legal, and compliance considerations across European markets.
Experience mentoring or leading small teams and developing talent.
Willingness to travel internationally as required.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of global medical affairs plans and integrated evidence strategies across the oncology portfolio.
Design and run advisory boards, scientific training, congress programmes, and stakeholder engagement with clear medical objectives.
Establish and manage trusted partnerships with academic centres, research networks, clinical experts, patient groups, and payers.
Translate external and internal insights into evidence generation plans that inform development, access, and medical strategy.
Ensure scientific quality, governance, and compliance for global medical materials and external interactions.
Collaborate with R&D, commercial, regional medical teams, and access colleagues to align medical strategy with development and market needs.