Head of Medical, China
Title:
Head of Medical, ChinaCompany:
Ipsen (Shanghai) Trade Co., Ltd
About Ipsen:
Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.
Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!
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Job Description:
Head of Medical, China
Shanghai
Ipsen is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience, driven by science and a clear commitment to patients. We are now seeking an experienced Head of Medical, China to play a pivotal leadership role within our China Leadership Team.
This is a highly visible role, responsible for defining and leading the China Medical Affairs strategy, shaping scientific engagement, evidence generation, and medical governance, while ensuring full alignment with global medical strategy and local regulatory requirements.
Your impact
Set and lead the China Medical Affairs strategy, translating global frameworks into strong local execution
Act as the senior medical leader in China, partnering closely with external experts, medical societies, patient groups and regulators
Drive high-quality evidence generation, including post-approval studies and real-world evidence
Ensure the highest standards of medical governance, ethics, compliance and patient safety
Build, lead and develop a high-performing Medical Affairs organisation
Collaborate closely with commercial, market access, regulatory and global teams to support long-term business success
Your background
Medical degree or advanced life sciences qualification
Extensive experience in Medical Affairs within pharmaceutical or biotech, ideally in specialty care
Proven leadership experience, including managing senior teams
Strong track record in clinical research oversight, data generation and scientific communication
Deep understanding of the China healthcare and regulatory environment
Fluent in English; strong stakeholder influence and strategic mindset
Why Ipsen At Ipsen, you will have the opportunity to shape medical strategy in a key growth market, work in close partnership with global teams, and make a meaningful difference for patients through science-led leadership.
If you are a senior medical leader ready to influence strategy at country and global level, we would be delighted to hear from you.
