Global Medical Expert

We are a specialty vaccine company that develops, manufactures, and commercializes prophylactic vaccines for infectious diseases addressing unmet medical needs.

**Responsibilities**

The Global Medical Expert plays a **pivotal role in shaping and executing the medical strategy for Valneva’s vaccine portfolio**, with a strong focus on product launches and life cycle management. Acting as the Medical Affairs project lead for the **Chikungunya program and contributing to the Shigella clinical program**, this role ensures the integration of scientific excellence into brand strategies and medical education initiatives. The position involves cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement at a global level to support access to vaccination and advance public health.

**_ Medical Strategy & Leadership_**
- Develop and lead the medical strategy and Medical Plan for assigned products, aligned with overall Brand Strategy
- Serve as Medical Affairs project lead for the Chikungunya program, driving all pre-launch and supporting post-launch activities across markets
- Support Phase 2 clinical development activities for the Shigella vaccine, in coordination with Clinical Development and Regulatory teams
- Drive therapeutic area-specific publication plans and KOL engagement strategies for successful launches

**_Stakeholder & KOL Engagement_**
- Identify and cultivate relationships with global KOLs, infectious disease specialists, and vaccine advocacy organizations
- Represent Valneva at international scientific meetings, advisory boards, and conferences to communicate key data and collect insights
- Develop and deliver scientific training and presentations for internal teams, HCPs, and external stakeholders

**_Medical Communication & Evidence Generation_**
- Lead the development of scientific materials including white papers, FAQs, presentations, and publications for the Shigella program
- Review and provide medical input on regulatory submissions, Investigator’s Brochures (IBs), safety reports, and publications
- Support data generation activities including External Grant Proposals (EGPs) and post-marketing research
- Lead the publication plan and support Investigator Initiated Studies (IIS) as needed

**_Compliance & Medical Governance_**
- Ensure medical accuracy and compliance of all external materials and regulatory documents (e.g. MSOP-0045)
- Safeguard adherence to internal codes of conduct and external regulations, including transparency, HCP engagement, and value transfer guidelines
- Contribute to the development and implementation of SOPs related to medical affairs activities
- Ensure high-quality, ethical scientific engagement at the intersection of medicine and commercialization

**Requirements**:

- Advanced degree in **Medicine (MD), Pharmacy (PharmD), or Life Sciences (PhD)**, with expertise in relevant therapeutic areas
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in **developing and executing medical strategies** in the pharmaceutical industry
- Proven experience in **clinical research and trial management**, with the ability to effectively engage investigators and stakeholders
- Strong presentation and scientific communication skills: capable of representing the company at medical, scientific, and public events
- Self-motivated, proactive, and dynamic with a **high level of independence and accountability**:

- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to quickly build relationships and influence stakeholders
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with confidence in both one-on-one and group settings
- Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to inspire, engage, and motivate cross-functional teams
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong planning and coordination skills
- **Collaborative mindset** with the ability to work effectively across departments and international teams
- Solid **decision-making and negotiation skills** with strong problem-solving capabilities
- Analytical mindset with proficiency in interpreting data and numerical information
- Adaptable and resilient in dynamic environments, as well ass willingness to travel
- **Strategic thinker**with a solution-oriented approach
- Financial acumen and resource management skills, including budget oversight

**Benefits**

Working with Valneva means being part of a **global biotech company** with a clear vision to make a meaningful **impact in the world**. At Valneva, you can expect a dynamic and **innovative** work environment characterized by an open, appreciative company culture and exciting, **impactful assignments**. Enjoy the benefits of **flat hierarchies**, an international atmosphere, and regular company events that foster **collaboration**and connection.

Additionally, we offer:

- **Work Life Balance**: Flexitime & Compensation days
- **Financial perks**:Performance-related bonus & Lunch vouchers
- **Lifelong learning**: Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning & German/English courses for free
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