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Field Medical Advisor

Field Medical Advisor

CompanyModerna
LocationAtlanta, GA, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesMaster’s
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Master’s degree is required.
  • 3-5 years of relevant industry experience and / or a minimum of 2 years in field medical roles.
  • Fluency in English (both written and spoken).
  • Familiarity with local regulatory environment and a basic understanding across other key regions (e.g. FDA, EMA, and other regional health authorities).
  • Proficiency in digital technology (Microsoft Office Suite) and agility with virtual presentation platforms (e.g. MS Teams, Zoom, Webex).
  • Understanding of the process and need for thorough and timely documentation in a CRM system.
  • Willing to travel up to 75% within the assigned region.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute territory engagement plans aligned to the medical priorities.
  • Utilize excellent verbal and written communication skills to simplify complex scientific topics.
  • Listen with true curiosity to gather and report robust beliefs, information, and thoughts from customers.
  • Engage with a broad spectrum of people within the medical and healthcare community.
  • Engage in rich scientific dialogue about Moderna’s mRNA platform and share up-to-date clinical data.
  • Works collaboratively with Moderna’s teams and with healthcare professionals across the healthcare ecosystem.
  • Successfully execute medical engagement activities including advisory boards, partnerships, round tables, and conferences.
  • Adhere to ethical standards and protocols, promptly documenting your work in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
  • Actively participate in your healthcare communities to understand and communicate local and regional challenges to Moderna.
  • Continuously develop yourself to maintain deep knowledge of Moderna’s mRNA platform and its application.
  • Effectively utilize digital and AI-powered tools for engagement.
  • Work closely with internal teams, customers, and other stakeholders to share knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Terminal degree is a Scientific Discipline (MD, PhD, PharmD) preferred.
  • Experience in medical affairs, clinical development, market access, particularly in mRNA vaccines, immunology, or infectious diseases.
  • Proven ability to curate and manage robust KOL lists and execute strategic territory engagement plans.
  • Advanced proficiency in pre-engagement planning, scientific dialogue, and empathic listening to gather and analyze medical insights.
  • Established relationships within the medical community and a strong understanding of healthcare ecosystems.
  • Demonstrated ability to navigate compliance frameworks and interact ethically within a field-based role.
  • Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
  • Proficiency in additional global languages to facilitate regional and local communication.
  • Knowledge of local health economics, real-world data/evidence (RWD/RWE) and ability to engage in scientific discussions on these topics.
  • Demonstrated expertise in using digital-first approaches for stakeholder engagement.