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Team Lead- Medical Affairs

Dr.Reddy's
Dr.Reddy's
3-8 years
Not Disclosed
Hyderabad, India
10 Feb. 13, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences 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

Team Lead – Medical Affairs (Oncology)

Location: Hyderabad, India
Department: Medical Affairs & Information
Business Unit: Global Generics India (GG India)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 6–8 years in Medical Affairs, including minimum 3 years in Oncology Therapy Area and prior experience in Oncology new product launch

About Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd.

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a globally recognized multinational pharmaceutical company operating in 66 countries with a workforce of over 24,000 professionals. Established in 1984, the organization is driven by its purpose to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines under the guiding principle, “Good Health Can’t Wait.”

With strong capabilities across research & development, manufacturing, commercialization, and global regulatory compliance, Dr. Reddy’s continues to expand its impact across therapy areas while maintaining a commitment to sustainability, ethical governance, and patient-centric innovation.

The company is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and merit-based growth.

Job Overview

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories is hiring a Team Lead – Medical Affairs (Oncology) to provide scientific, strategic, and ethical leadership within the Oncology therapy area. This senior-level role involves people management responsibility and oversight of scientific accuracy across promotional, clinical, regulatory, and commercialization initiatives.

The position requires deep expertise in oncology medical affairs, clinical research support, brand strategy alignment, and cross-functional collaboration to drive compliant and effective product lifecycle management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic and tactical scientific inputs to Product Management teams for ethical promotion of oncology products.

  • Contribute to brand strategy development and oversee medical-marketing programs in alignment with regulatory standards and industry codes.

  • Review and approve promotional materials, educational content, and medical communication assets ensuring compliance with SOPs and applicable regulations.

  • Lead protocol development, review clinical project documentation, and collaborate with Global Medical Affairs and Clinical Development teams.

  • Support ongoing local and global clinical studies, safety reporting processes, and contribute to Investigational New Drug Applications (NDAs).

  • Deliver accurate, balanced, and timely medical information to internal stakeholders (sales teams) and external healthcare professionals.

  • Conduct scientific training for sales teams, including pre-launch and launch training for oncology products.

  • Support New Product Planning with business case preparation, pre-commercialization strategies, early access programs, stakeholder mapping, and market research.

  • Provide medical expertise for product registrations, label review, adverse event management, and regulatory submissions.

  • Develop subject-matter expertise in oncology disease areas, competitor landscape, pharmacoeconomics, outcomes research, and health technology assessment.

  • Serve as the primary Medical Affairs contact for cross-functional coordination and customer relationship management.

  • Lead and mentor Medical Affairs team members, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring adherence to company values.

  • Support budgeting, expense control, and operational planning in coordination with the Cluster Head – Medical Affairs.

Educational Qualifications

  • Postgraduate degree in Pharmacology or other Medical specialty
    OR

  • Graduate degree in Medicine (MBBS or equivalent)

Experience Requirements

  • 6–8 years of relevant experience in Medical Affairs or as a Medical Advisor

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in the Oncology Therapy Area

  • Proven experience in oncology product launches

  • Exposure to clinical trial support, regulatory submissions, and cross-functional medical collaboration

Required Skills and Competencies

Technical Competencies

  • Strong understanding of pharmaceutical medicine, including clinical pharmacology, therapeutic areas, and medical statistics

  • Knowledge of drug discovery, R&D, commercialization, regulatory frameworks, and compliance standards

  • Expertise in clinical trial design, protocol development, and research methodology

  • Experience in pharmacoeconomics, outcomes research, health technology assessment, and new product evaluation

Behavioral Competencies

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including medical writing and presentations

  • Analytical thinking with sound scientific judgment and decision-making capability

  • Leadership and people management skills

  • Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing, and cross-functional collaboration abilities

About Global Generics India

Global Generics India has evolved into one of the leading pharmaceutical businesses in the Indian Pharma Market (IPM), consistently ranking among the top companies across multiple therapy segments, including oncology. With sustained double-digit growth and a focus on innovation, digital enablement, and strategic expansion, the division aims to further strengthen its market leadership position.

Compensation and Benefits

Dr. Reddy’s offers competitive compensation aligned with industry benchmarks, along with:

  • Structured learning and leadership development programs

  • Medical insurance coverage for employees and families

  • Life insurance benefits

  • Maternity and paternity benefits

  • Relocation and joining support

Work Culture

Dr. Reddy’s promotes a collaborative, science-driven, and purpose-led work environment. Employees are empowered to innovate, lead, and contribute to meaningful healthcare outcomes while working within a culture built on integrity, respect, and continuous learning.