Director Medical Affairs

Regional Medical Affairs Director (m/f/d) - Vaccines

At Bavarian Nordic, we are committed to saving and improving lives by unlocking the power of the immune system through innovative vaccines. We are a leading pure-play vaccine company with a portfolio that includes mpox, rabies, tick-borne encephalitis, typhoid fever, cholera, and chikungunya.

You will lead medical affairs activities for the 'Rest of World (ROW)' cluster, which includes Denmark, Sweden, Finland, the UK, Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, and Benelux. The role reports to the Head of Global Medical Affairs and is fully remote within Germany or Switzerland, with up to 25% travel.

• Develop and execute regional and national medical plans, including KEE engagement and insights generation to inform strategy and ensure effective scientific communication.
• Lead and develop the ROW Medical Affairs team, including organization design, recruitment, performance management, and capability building.
• Drive external engagement with key external experts (KEEs), investigator-initiated research, real-world evidence initiatives, and data generation.
• Ensure compliant review and approval of medical and promotional materials, and alignment with governance and local regulations.
• Collaborate closely with Commercial and Global Medical functions to support strategy execution, partner support, and cross-functional projects.
• Oversee development and adaptation of medical materials, internal training, and continuous process improvement across ROW Medical Affairs.

• Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, or a related field, with strong scientific credibility.
• Proven experience in Medical Affairs, including strategy development and execution across multiple markets.
• Strong understanding of regulatory, compliance, and governance requirements within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Cross-cultural awareness and ability to navigate diverse cultural environments.
• Excellent leadership skills, structured and collaborative approach, and high standards of compliance and execution.
• Full proficiency in English and willingness to travel as required.

Fully remote position based in Germany or Switzerland; up to 25% travel within the ROW region.

Bavarian Nordic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.