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Medical Advisor- Internal Medicine

3-5 years
Not Disclosed
10 Dec. 5, 2024
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc./B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Description

Position Title: Medical Advisor / Regional Medical Advisor


Job Overview

Primarily serves as a backup Medical Advisor but may also act as the Regional Medical Advisor for assigned projects. Provides medical support to investigative sites and project staff for protocol-related issues, including protocol clarifications, inclusion/exclusion determinations, and patient safety/eligibility matters.


Essential Functions

  • Medical Support:

    • Acts as a backup Medical Advisor and may serve as the Regional Medical Advisor for assigned projects.
    • Provides medical assistance to investigative sites and project staff for protocol-related queries, including protocol clarifications, inclusion/exclusion decisions, and safety or eligibility concerns.
  • Protocol Review:

    • May contribute to the medical review of study protocols, Investigational Drug Brochures (IDBs), and/or Case Report Forms (CRFs).
    • May provide therapeutic area or indication-specific training to the clinical team on the project.
  • Investigator Meetings and AE Review:

    • Attends and may present at Investigator Meetings.
    • Performs review and clarification of trial-related Adverse Events (AEs).
    • May review Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) in collaboration with the Pharmacovigilance department, including reviewing case documentation and patient narratives.
  • Adverse Event Analysis and Reporting:

    • May assist with the Analysis of Similar Events (AOSE), in partnership with or on behalf of the Pharmacovigilance department.
    • May conduct medical review of adverse event coding and perform medical review of Clinical Study Reports (CSRs) and patient narratives.
  • Meetings and Availability:

    • Participates in Kick-Off meetings, weekly team meetings, and client meetings as needed.
    • Available 24/7 to address urgent protocol-related issues at investigative sites.

Qualifications

  • Education:

    • Medical degree from an accredited and internationally recognized medical school with a curriculum relevant to general medical education.
    • Specialty Board certification in a relevant specialty area is preferred.
  • Experience:

    • Typically requires 3–5 years of prior relevant experience in general clinical medicine, including experience in the applicable medical specialty area or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
    • Current knowledge of the medical, scientific, and clinical landscape in the applicable therapeutic area.
  • Skills:

    • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
    • Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.
    • Attention to detail, flexibility, and ability to provide advice on multiple assignments simultaneously.
  • Specialty:

    • Preferred: Experience in the Infectious Diseases specialty area.
  • Licensure:

    • Current and valid country/state medical license or equivalent from the country or region of residence.

About IQVIA

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

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