Job Description Summary

As a Medical Affairs Principal supporting Brazil, you will play a pivotal role in bridging science and strategy. You will engage with healthcare professionals, key opinion leaders (KOLs), academic institutions, and scientific organizations to support clinical adoption and understanding of infectious disease diagnostic solutions. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with expertise in infectious diseases and clinical microbiology, who thrives in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.

Job Description

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For more than 125 years, we’ve pursued our Purpose of advancing the world of health™. We relentlessly commit to a promising future by developing innovative technologies, services and solutions, helping the healthcare community improve safety and increase efficiency. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us at BD, from the manufacturing to marketing of our products, to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions to turn dreams into possibilities – For people today, tomorrow and beyond. Become a maker of possible with us!

By aligning and simplifying our work, our Integrated Diagnostic Solutions (IDS) business unit aims to drive growth and innovation around everything from integrated specimen management to diagnostic solutions.

Job Responsibilities:

Scientific Engagement & Thought Leadership
•    Build and maintain trusted, peer-to-peer relationships with national and regional KOLs.
•    Represent Diagnostic Solutions at scientific congresses, symposia, and advisory boards to share insights and gather feedback.
•    Facilitate scientific exchange and ensure accurate dissemination of clinical data.

Strategic Medical Support
•    Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Market Access teams to align medical strategies with business objectives.
•    Support the development and execution of the Medical Affairs Plan for Brazil and regional plans.
•    Identify and communicate unmet medical needs and market trends to internal stakeholders.

Education & Training
•    Design and deliver impactful training programs for internal teams and external partners.
•    Provide clinical and scientific support for product launches and ongoing education initiatives.

Clinical Research & Evidence Generation
•    Support investigator-initiated studies and post-market clinical activities.
•    Assist in identifying research sites and investigators for BD-sponsored studies

Requirements:

Education and Experience:
•    MD, PharmD, PhD in a relevant scientific discipline (with clinical experience) preferred. 
•    3-5 years of field-based clinical lab experience preferred, or 3-5 years of work experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry are also acceptable. 
•    Fluent English

Knowledge and Skills:
•    Strong scientific acumen with the ability to interpret and communicate complex clinical data. 
•    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills tailored to diverse audiences. 
•    Deep understanding of the healthcare ecosystem in Brazil, including regulatory and ethical standards. 
•    Familiarity with molecular diagnostics, point-of-care platforms, and laboratory workflows. 
•     Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a matrixed, multicultural environment.

“BD values equity in the workplace without discrimination for any disability, class, ethnicity, age, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation.”

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Primary Work Location

BRA Sao Paulo - Chacara Santo Antonio

Additional Locations

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