About Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
This position works in our Established Pharmaceuticals Division (EPD). EPD is committed to bringing the benefits of our trusted medicines to more people in the world’s fastest‑growing countries. Our broad portfolio of high‑quality and differentiated branded generic medicines reaches across multiple therapeutic areas including gastroenterology, women’s health, cardiometabolic, pain management/central nervous system, and respiratory.
As the Medical Affairs Director – APAC, you will:
Directly support DVP APAC of Abbott’s Established Pharmaceuticals Division (EPD), to lead the strategies and goals for medico marketing activities across EPD APAC, ensuring compliance with all applicable Abbott policies and industry standards in APAC. The incumbent will provide scientific and medical liaison to the DVP of EPD APAC.
The result of execution of the medical strategy will support the transformation and growth of the EPD APC business. Keen knowledge of the countries in APAC with a medical affairs network in APAC is critical.
Leading the team of direct and indirect reports with the right culture of collaboration and mindset of growth and efficiency is a core part of the role, which includes attracting, developing and retaining the best talent and actively developing a pipeline of successor talent.
Working seamlessly cross functionally to prepare and execute initiatives will help shape the future of the EPD business in APAC. Additionally, working efficiently and effectively with relevant HQ partners will also be key to success.
What You’ll Do
The Medical Affairs Director ensures provision of medical and scientific expertise to the Therapeutic Areas and Brands, and strategically supports EPD global, APAC regional, and affiliate Commercial teams:
Build, develop and retain the medical affairs network in APAC, while actively developing a pipeline of successor talent
Lead the medical affairs team with the right culture and mindset to partner with the commercial team
Scientifically support marketing and sales teams
Guide on Medical Compliance in APAC
Provide scientific and medical expertise to all internal stakeholders
Guide the strategy of commercial teams with “external stakeholder insights” in APAC
Ensure seamless execution of medical information services: Promotional material, marketing and sales aids, brochures, websites, digital platforms, etc. review and approval process, HCP queries.
Develop and execute the Medical Education plan: congresses, standalone meetings, CMEs, speaker tours, etc.
Issues management and Q&A
Support the development of market shaping activities
New idea generation, and evaluation of new opportunities either for L&A or MAKE in each therapeutic area
Scientifically support portfolio expansion and business development activities in APAC.
Scientifically support digital strategy of APAC, and as a member of EM&Global Digital Review Board to review and approve all digital projects scientifically
The role is responsible for development of KOL, Academic and professional society engagement strategy for all therapeutic areas under responsibility in APAC.
The Medical Affairs Director develops and executes publication plans in the region with all applicable Abbott policies.
Requirements
Minimum 15+ years of experience at management or senior leadership level within the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry
Demonstrated track record of success within the pharmaceutical industry; experience with similar business models is highly preferred
Proven experience driving strategic initiatives and leading complex, cross‑functional projects
Prior experience working across APAC markets, with strong understanding of regional medical affairs networks
Solid knowledge of medical issues, trends, and late‑stage clinical research across relevant therapeutic areas
Experience integrating complex, multi‑functional efforts across medical, commercial, R&D, manufacturing, and business teams
Strong people leadership experience, including talent development, succession planning, and team capability building
Strong ability to communicate, influence, and lead effectively in a matrix organization and at senior management level
Excellent scientific, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, combined with strong business acumen and industry knowledge
Ability to merge and apply knowledge from scientific, R&D, manufacturing, and commercial perspectives
Proven project management capability, with strong organizational, planning, and execution skills
High level of attention to detail and accountability for delivering high‑quality results
Strong data analytics and quantitative skills to support strategic decision‑making
Ability to work independently and meticulously, while adapting effectively to changing priorities and complex environments
Demonstrated capability to lead teams and drive change without direct authority (impact & influence)
Strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate trends, plan proactively, and shape future outcomes
Customer‑focused, results‑driven, innovative, and pragmatic with a strong “can‑do” mindset
Intrapreneurial spirit with sound judgment and the ability to operate effectively as part of a team
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
Strong interpersonal, people leadership, and influencing skills
Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
