Medical Affairs Lead, Japan

A global self-care organization is hiring a Medical Affairs Lead to support the scientific development and medical affairs activities for its consumer healthcare portfolio in Japan. This role involves contributing to evidence generation, supporting healthcare professional (HCP) engagement, and working cross-functionally to help ensure the safe and effective use of self-care products.

Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required to communicate within global and regional teams.

Purpose of the Role

This position offers the opportunity to be involved in a range of medical affairs responsibilities in a cross-functional environment. The Medical Affairs Lead will help support medical input into innovation, evidence generation, and healthcare communications, while also contributing to local compliance and scientific content development.

Key Responsibilities

Medical Planning & Collaboration

• Contribute to the development of the Japan medical affairs plan.

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners on product innovation and access.

• Provide medical input for product development, lifecycle management, and local adaptation of global strategies.

Evidence Generation & Scientific Support

• Participate in the design and management of local clinical and observational studies.

• Support the generation and communication of scientific evidence to inform claims, education, and product value.

• Help interpret and communicate scientific data in ways that are accessible and relevant to HCPs and other audiences.

HCP Engagement & Medical Communication

• Help manage relationships with HCPs, medical experts, and academic societies.

• Support the planning and implementation of medical education initiatives, such as webinars or advisory boards.

• Gather insights from the field to support local planning and continuous improvement.

Medical Content & Review

• Contribute to the development and review of medical and promotional content, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

• Assist with internal and external review processes in accordance with local regulations and company guidelines.

Support for Innovation & Lifecycle Management

• Participate in regulatory switch activities (e.g. Rx-to-OTC).

• Provide medical perspectives on product updates, reformulations, and claim substantiation.

• Help evaluate potential new products or technologies from a medical standpoint.

About You

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in medical affairs, clinical development, scientific communication, or related functions.

• Background in a relevant scientific or healthcare field (e.g. pharmacy, life sciences, medicine).

• Comfortable working with scientific data and communicating it to a range of audiences.

• English language ability sufficient to participate in international discussions and document review.

• Willingness to learn and adapt in a collaborative and evolving environment.

What You Can Expect

• The opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, collaborative team.

• Exposure to both local and international projects.

• The chance to contribute to improving access to healthcare and self-care in Japan.

• A flexible, inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and learning.

If this position is not ideal for you, but you are looking for a new opportunity,please contact us to discuss your options.