24th March, 2025
About DBG Health:
DBG Health is a leading independent health, wellness, and beauty company headquartered in Melbourne. With a team of over 1,000 dedicated professionals, we are committed to delivering affordable and innovative solutions that enhance the well-being of our customers. Our organization is built on a foundation of strong values, fostering a culture where our people go above and beyond for each other and our clients. At DBG Health, we aim to foster a values-led culture and a place where people go above and beyond for each other and our customers. We strive to inspire and build the capability of our people so they can grow and be the best they can be, and build a high performing team focused on achieving our Vision, Mission and Strategic Objectives. Our diverse portfolio includes Arrotex Pharmaceuticals, VidaCorp Consumer Goods, Independent Pharmacies of Australia Group, and Axe Health Services.
About the role:
As a Senior Medical Affairs Associate, you will provide critical scientific expertise to support the company’s prescription and over-the-counter products in specific therapeutic areas. In this role, you will execute medical strategies aligned with business objectives while upholding high ethical and compliance standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, external vendors, and engage with healthcare professionals as needed. Acting as a portfolio lead and subject matter expert, you will also be responsible for delivering training and supporting various medical initiatives to drive success across the organization
Role & Responsibilities:
- Execute medical affairs strategies to support business objectives and product lifecycle management.
- Provide SME support for your portfolio of products and execute on medical strategy.
- Collaborate with Sales and Marketing and provide support towards business goals.
- Interpret and communicate clinical data to support the commercial teams.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, industry codes, and company policies.
- Engage and maintain relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals, and external stakeholders during medical initiatives.
- Represent the company at medical and scientific conferences, symposia, and advisory boards.
- Provide medical education and training to internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide oversight in promotional review process to ensure MA Code compliance. Collaborate with other functions within Scientific Affairs to support business goals, e.g. process improvement initiatives
Skills & Experience: - Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role in medical affairs
- Proven ability to support execution of medical affairs strategy
- Advanced promotional review experience and application of industry codes
- Experience working in a high paced medical affairs team.
- Thorough understanding of relevant advertising codes (eg. MA, TGAC, CHP, and GBMA codes)
- In depth understanding of pharmacovigilance legislation
- Effective interpersonal skills, with the ability to express opinions, information and key points clearly and concisely, and effectively working with others to resolve conflicts in a positive way.
- Well-developed and proven organisational skills with an ability to balance and prioritise a variety of tasks and competing demands to manage workflow.
- Effective time management skills to determine the appropriate allocation of time to tasks and duties, ensuring timely completion, meeting critical time frames, and efficient use of time.
- Strong problem solving, trouble-shooting and analytical skills, with the ability to create innovative workable solutions; proactive anticipation of needs, with the ability to foresee challenges and problems, and taking action to prevent them.
- Excellent / advanced written, verbal and listening communication skills –speaks with confidence, clarity and is easily understood; active listening to effectively receive, interpret and analyse information.
- Demonstrates high levels of accuracy and attention to detail, with a focus on quality in all work and activities.
- Strong negotiation, mediation and influencing skills, to reach compromise or agreement in any business situation, applying the principles of fairness, seeking mutual benefit and maintaining ongoing professional relationships.
Benefits & perks: At DBG Health, we offer more than just a job – we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can make a real impact. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, drive meaningful change, and grow both personally and professionally.
- Exclusive discounts on our consumer health, wellness and beauty products - including MCo Beauty, E.L.F Cosmetics, Nude by Nature. Chemists Own and many more
- Free membership to 28 by Sam Wood - 28 by Sam Wood is an online program designed to help Aussies get fit at home and live happier, healthier lives. From guided workouts and expert-created meal plans to motivational resources, it’s designed for people of all fitness levels.
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Access discounted private health insurance through Australian Unity, AIA Health of NIB
- We are a values-driven business fostering a supportive and friendly team culture
- Enjoy the ability to work autonomously, empowering you to drive your own success.
- Convenient head office location close to public transport, cafes and restaurants
- Opportunity to grow your career across all divisions within DBG Health - Arrotex Pharmaceuticals, VidaCorp Consumer Goods, Independent Pharmacies of Australia Group and Axe Health Services.
- Ability to purchase additional leave to provide opportunity for employees to spend more precious time with family, travelling or even study
- Explore the option of paying for your vehicle costs through novated leasing
DBG Health is committed to fostering a workplace culture that is safe and accessible for all. We are an equal- opportunity employer and encourage applications regardless of cultural background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity. We strive to build a collaborative, inclusive workplace that is representative of the communities we work and live in.
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