Abbott Careers: Apply Now for Regional Medical Advisor Role
Abbott Careers: Abbott is hiring a Regional Medical Advisor (RMA) to strengthen its Established Pharmaceuticals Division (EPD) in India. This role is designed for medical and scientific professionals who are passionate about advancing evidence-based medicine, engaging with key opinion leaders, and supporting medical affairs initiatives in a non-sales capacity. The position offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of science, strategy, and healthcare impact.
Abbott Careers: Job Details
- Job Title: Regional Medical Advisor
- Job ID: 31136699
- Division: EPD – Established Pharmaceuticals
- Category: Medical and Clinical Affairs
- Location: Kolkata, India
About the Company
Abbott is a global healthcare leader dedicated to helping people live healthier lives through innovative medical technologies, diagnostics, nutrition, and established pharmaceuticals. With a strong presence in over 160 countries, Abbott combines cutting-edge science with deep local expertise. The company is widely recognized for its commitment to sustainability, diversity & inclusion, ethical practices, and long-term healthcare impact.
Abbott Careers: Qualifications
- Medical, scientific, or healthcare-related qualifications
- Strong therapeutic area knowledge relevant to EPD products
- Experience in medical affairs, clinical research support, or scientific engagement
- Excellent communication, coordination, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally with medical, marketing, sales, and research teams
- Strong understanding of compliance, regulations, and medical governance
About the Role
The regional medical advisor plays a critical role within the EPD medical organization by providing scientific and medical support across assigned therapeutic areas. The role involves active engagement with healthcare professionals, key opinion leaders, and academic institutions to ensure credible scientific exchange, support medical projects, and strengthen Abbott’s scientific leadership—without direct sales responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure all activities comply with local, national, and global laws, regulations, codes of conduct, and Abbott policies
- Provide high-quality scientific and technical support to healthcare professionals and key opinion leaders
- Build and maintain strong professional relationships with regional and national opinion leaders and academic centers
- Design and deliver innovative, high-science medical education initiatives for physicians and KOLs
- Support therapy-shaping initiatives in collaboration with Medical Affairs and Commercial teams
- Assist in the initiation, oversight, and follow-up of clinical studies and post-marketing medical projects (Phase IV, registries, epidemiological studies, IIS projects)
- Deliver unbiased, accurate scientific presentations in meetings, clinical sessions, and group forums
- Participate in identifying and engaging qualified physicians for research collaborations, advisory boards, congresses, and symposia
- Strengthen Abbott’s scientific credibility through informed dialogue and ethical medical engagement
