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Medical Conference Strategy Specialist, Ophthalmics Ma-Us

Astellas
Astellas
6 years
$153,800 - $205,000
10 Feb. 13, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Hybrid Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences/Phd 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

Medical Conference Strategy Specialist – Ophthalmics

📍 Location: Northbrook, IL (Hybrid/Remote Eligible)
📂 Category: Medical Affairs - USA


Company Overview

Astellas Pharma Inc. is a global pharmaceutical company operating in 70+ countries. We focus on transforming innovative science into medical solutions that bring hope to patients and families. Our commitment to ethics and integrity drives us to improve global health outcomes.

🔗 Learn more: www.astellas.com


Position Overview

The Medical Conference Strategy Specialist – Ophthalmics will:

  • Lead logistical and tactical project management for US National & Regional congresses.
  • Ensure successful execution of congress planning by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Utilize scientific expertise to identify relevant conference programs for Medical Affairs.
  • Work with Medical Affairs Product Teams to align strategy and engagement at events.
  • Provide operational oversight for conference execution, including booth content and KEE engagement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Congress & Event Planning

Project management for National & Regional medical congresses.
✅ Collaborate with Medical Affairs Product Teams & MSL Field Directors for planning and execution.
Identify relevant conference sessions based on disease area expertise.
✅ Manage event logistics, including registration, booth content, and KEE engagement plans.
✅ Develop detailed conference itineraries outlining key activities and objectives.

2. Cross-Functional Collaboration

✅ Work closely with Medical Affairs, Commercial, Marketing, Sales, and Ethics & Compliance teams.
✅ Facilitate internal team communication to align on conference strategy and objectives.
✅ Ensure appropriate content development and approvals for booth materials.
✅ Coordinate cross-functional budget allocations for conference expenditures.

3. Stakeholder Engagement & Execution

✅ Partner with vendors and external stakeholders to manage event logistics.
✅ Communicate conference registration details, status updates, and timelines with internal teams.
✅ Stay updated on industry trends and best practices for congress planning.
✅ Support special projects assigned by leadership.


Qualifications & Experience

🎓 Education:

  • Master’s, PhD, or PharmD in a scientific field.

📌 Experience:

  • 6+ years (MS) or 3+ years (PhD, PharmD) in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Proven project management & congress planning experience.
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration with internal/external stakeholders.

🎯 Key Competencies:
Project management & operational expertise
Strategic communication & collaboration
Scientific understanding of ophthalmology & related disease areas
Strong organizational skills & ability to manage multiple projects
Knowledge of pharmaceutical commercialization & compliance regulations

💻 Technical Skills:

  • SmartSheets, Microsoft Office Suite, Project Management Tools

Working Environment

🏢 Hybrid work model with remote flexibility (per Astellas guidelines).
✈️ Travel requirement: ~30% for major US medical congresses.


Compensation & Benefits

💼 Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Salary Range: $153,800 - $205,000 (based on experience)
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, National Holidays, Summer & Winter Breaks)
401(k) Match & Annual Company Contribution
Company-paid Life Insurance
Annual Corporate Bonus & Quarterly Sales Incentive (for eligible positions)
Long-Term Incentive Plan (for eligible positions)
Employee Referral Bonus Program


Equal Opportunity Employer

Astellas is committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion in employment. We are an EOE, including Disability & Protected Veterans.