Manager – Projects and Strategic Scientific Affairs
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India – BKC Building
Department: Medical and Clinical Affairs
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 3–7 years in Pharma/Consulting with strategic project management
About the Role
Abbott India is seeking a highly motivated Manager – Projects and Strategic Scientific Affairs to lead innovative medical and scientific initiatives aligned with the EPD 2025 vision: “Be the company that transforms the way people of India use medicines.” This strategic leadership role combines medical affairs expertise, stakeholder engagement, and digital innovation to drive scientific excellence across multiple therapeutic areas.
The role focuses on developing long-term scientific strategies, managing relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), and supporting cross-functional teams to enhance Abbott’s medical and corporate footprint.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Scientific Planning
Design, develop, and implement innovative short- and long-term scientific strategies for EPD business units.
Provide actionable insights to support medico-marketing initiatives based on data-driven analysis.
Implement scientific outreach programs leveraging digital platforms and tools, enhancing Abbott’s presence in the healthcare ecosystem.
Support medical affairs teams with competitive intelligence and strategic insights from top KOLs.
KOL & Stakeholder Management
Build and maintain relationships with 1,000+ KOLs across 12 therapeutic areas and 35 business units.
Conduct external advocacy with government agencies, hospitals, medical societies, and other stakeholders to implement One EPD projects.
Represent Abbott in national and state-level medical associations, scientific committees, and corporate initiatives.
Project Execution & Program Management
Lead transformative medical projects and signature Abbott programs across three affiliates.
Collaborate with finance, legal, compliance, and digital teams to manage contracts, publications, and content dissemination.
Drive participation in national medical conferences and ensure successful project implementation with measurable impact.
Provide on-demand support to medical affairs and commercial teams in therapeutic areas including Gastroenterology, Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases, Cardiology, Psychiatry, Adult Immunization, Insomnia, and Immunity-related initiatives.
Digital & Data-Driven Initiatives
Work with digital teams to execute outreach via platforms such as ACare and other digital healthcare channels.
Leverage data and analytics to guide decision-making, improve efficiency, and measure program outcomes.
Develop SOPs, reporting structures, and frameworks for continuous improvement in medical projects.
Key Competencies
Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical market, therapeutic trends, and medico-marketing strategies.
Analytical, data-driven mindset with advanced stakeholder management skills.
Creativity and innovation in scientific program design and execution.
Tech-savvy with expertise in digital healthcare tools and platforms.
Excellent project management, coordination, and teamwork skills.
Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives.
Education & Experience
MBBS, Pharmacy, or Science graduate with MBA from a reputed institute.
3–7 years of experience in Pharma, Consulting, or MNCs managing strategic scientific or digital projects.
Experience in roles such as Manager – Marketing Excellence, Group Product Manager, or Consultant preferred.
Why Abbott?
Lead high-impact scientific initiatives with measurable influence on healthcare delivery in India.
Collaborate with global and national teams to advance Abbott’s medical and scientific objectives.
Opportunity to innovate in digital healthcare and strategic medical affairs.
Work in a supportive, inclusive, and high-performance environment that fosters personal and professional growth.
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