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Associate Director (MBBS/MD required)

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Putnam

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Consulting
    Healthcare
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AI generated summary

  • You need an MBBS/MD with a management degree, 8-14 years in advisory or pharma, strong technical and analytical skills, and a focus on commercial considerations.
  • You will manage projects, engage stakeholders, contribute to proposals, develop training, ensure quality, transfer knowledge, generate new product ideas, and coach team members.

Requirements

  • MBBS/MD with a management degree from a reputed institute
  • Should be technically strong with orientation for commercial considerations or vice-versa
  • Should possess strong logical and analytical acumen
  • 8-14 years of experience in similar/allied role in Advisory organization or Pharmaceutical Industry (preferably multinationals or large India Pharma companies (e.g. Sun/Ranbaxy, DRL, Biocon, Cipla)

Responsibilities

  • Independent handling and efficient delivery of the project(s) including engagement with internal and external stakeholders
  • Contribute to thought leadership and BD engagement initiatives (including development of proposals) for the assigned TA/Functional Area
  • Take lead in resource development through trainings (including on the job training) and development/up-dation of framework or protocols for strategic analysis
  • Research Management: Project management (planning and tracking for efficient delivery), quality management (ensuring adherence to research process and protocols), and report execution
  • BD Initiatives – development of proposal and executing assigned BD initiatives (New-letters. Whitepapers etc.)
  • Knowledge Management: transfer knowledge/project learnings to the functional group/organization
  • New Product Development/ Existing product enhancement : Generate new product ideas
  • Build People: Provide on job feedback and coaching
  • Build Culture: Act as first point of contact for communication, interpretation, and implementation of management decisions

FAQs

What are the educational qualifications required for the Associate Director position?

Candidates must hold an MBBS or MD degree, along with a management degree from a reputed institute.

How many years of experience are required for this role?

The position requires 8-14 years of experience in a similar or allied role, preferably within an advisory organization or the pharmaceutical industry.

What are the primary responsibilities of an Associate Director?

Primary responsibilities include managing research projects, ensuring quality compliance, developing business proposals, and transferring knowledge to the functional group.

Is experience in multinational companies preferred for this role?

Yes, experience in multinational pharmaceutical companies or large Indian Pharma companies is preferred.

Are there opportunities for training and personal development in this role?

Yes, the role involves leading training initiatives and providing on-the-job feedback and coaching to build people and enhance skills.

What type of projects will I be handling?

You will independently manage projects, ensuring efficient delivery and engagement with both internal and external stakeholders.

Will there be involvement in business development initiatives?

Yes, the Associate Director will contribute to business development initiatives, including proposal development and executing newsletters and whitepapers.

What is the company’s stance on diversity and inclusion?

The company is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, encouraging candidates to apply even if they do not meet every qualification.

How important is analytical acumen for this role?

Strong logical and analytical acumen is essential for effectively delivering projects and contributing to strategic analysis.

Is there any expectation regarding new product development?

Yes, there is a secondary responsibility that includes generating new product ideas and enhancing existing products.

Consulting
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1988
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Putnam, an Inizio Advisory company, is a leading scientific and strategic consulting partner that helps the global life science community make confident decisions, build value, and bring life-changing innovations to clinicians and patients. For more than 30 years, our rigorous, bespoke approach and globally diverse team have delivered unrivaled depth across therapeutic areas, business functions, geographic markets, healthcare sectors, and technology platforms to maximize the human impact and commercial success of client innovations.