82 Chief Medical Officer jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Purpose of the role:

The Chief Medical Officer is an experienced Consultant Physician with a strong clinical and administrative track record. As a senior clinician in the organization, and member of the corporate team, the postholder helps lead the development and implementation of the organization’s clinical strategy, ensuring the delivery of evidence-based, safe, efficient, and cost-effective patient centred care in line with the organization’s objectives and goals. The CMO role is to oversee the quality/patient safety, operational excellence, growth, people (recruitment/retention), financial performance and education/research of the medical staff at the BE and support collaboration among the clinical community in the Health System.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads the organization’s clinical staff and serves as a role model for professional excellence
• Leads in the development, approval, authorization and implementation of agreed clinical policies and procedures
• Assumes responsibility for establishing a clear system of communication with the medical workforce throughout the organization
• Attends all relevant corporate meetings and meets regularly with the Department Heads
• Fosters relationships with fellow medical leaders, academics and clinicians, and supports Department Head and Division Chiefs in championing the collaboration of research and exchange of ideas for best practice, helping to build the organization’s reputation for clinical excellence
• Delegate’s responsibilities to the Deputy Chief Medical Officer and other members of staff as required.
• Assumes additional administrative duties as requested by the Corporate Team
• Supervise with the Chief Quality Officer and/or Director of Quality and the Quality Department to develop and implement annual quality and patient safety plan for the BE which is reviewed and approved by the Corporate Clinical Quality Department including a plan for the development and monitoring of key quality and safety benchmarked indicators.
• Support the BE Quality and Patient Safety Sub-Committe
• Oversee the BEl Peer Review Committee (s).
• Oversees the Chairs and Chiefs performing regular evaluations on each Medical Staff Member based on the Physician Pay for Performance Program (PPFP) and OPPE (Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation) and FPPE (Focused Professional Practice Evaluation) criteria set forth by Corporate Clinical Affairs and recommend and follow-up on appropriate action.
• Evaluate and take appropriate action on medical staff members as incidents arise.
• Ensure development and implementation of evidence based clinical practice guidelines in prioritized high risk clinical areas
• Review and approve appropriate Departmental Credentialing and Privileging criteria. Develop and implement additional privileging criteria as new procedures or programs are requested and obtain approval of the Credentialing Committee.
• Review and take action on all Medical Staff members requesting Medical Staff privileges
• Review, trend and report safety events. Implement action steps to prevent future events.
• Participate in BE and Health System Quality and Safety meetings as requested.
• Review and take actions on all sentinel events and PSN reported incidents
• Development and implementation of strategies to facilitate the delivery of care and service excellence for physicians, staff and patients.

SEHA Compliance:

• Complying consistently with facility policies, procedures and practices and ensuring alignment with SEHA facilities policies
• Completing and maintaining regulatory requirements including licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames
• Maintaining confidentiality with regards to any information exchanged or received in the current capacity of role in accordance with facility policy

Other Requirement:

• Ability to physically bear difficult working conditions. Must observe contact precautions, working hours significantly beyond regular schedule: Overtime and on-call as needed by the department
• Ability to walk moderate distances, sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Qualifications:

• Tier 1 OR b. Qualification from Tier 2 c. Current national license or equivalent d. Certified proof of yearly CME
• Tier 1: NLT 3 years relevant experience as a consultant or equivalent post board certification, with NLT 2 years in the same country of certification or western accredited institution or equivalent (UAE National not applicable). For UAE National: working as a specialist is equivalent to working as a consultant. b. Tier 2: NLT 8 years full time employment as a consultant or equivalent World Health Organization (WHO) listed medical school (Teaching hospital) or a fully JCI – or Canadian – Or Australian accredited hospital c. UAE National working as a specialist is equivalent to working as a consultant

We are seeking a medical professional to support our expanding clinical team. This part-time or full-time role will enable you to provide high-quality patient care and consultations, manage acute and chronic medical conditions, and coordinate with clinical staff for treatment planning and continuity of care.

• Deliver exceptional patient care and consultations.
• Manage and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Ensure seamless coordination with clinical staff for effective treatment planning and continuity of care.
• Maintain strict compliance with health department standards.

• Possess specialist certification in Family Medicine.
• Hold a valid health department license or eligibility.
• Exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the well-being of patients.

**Job Title:** Medical Affairs Director

We are seeking an accomplished professional to lead our medical affairs team in the EMEA region.

• Medical Strategy Development: Define and implement comprehensive medical strategies for Infectious Disease, aligning with regional business objectives.
• Annual Planning and Project Execution: Develop and execute annual medical plans, focusing on key projects that drive business growth.
• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships with opinion leaders, scientists, and other stakeholders across the EMEA region.
• Study Analysis and Publication: Analyze study results, collaborate with investigators, and publish research papers to advance scientific understanding.
• Expertise Development: Establish subject matter expertise and collaborate with key opinion leaders to stay up-to-date on industry trends.
• Education and Training: Present at professional meetings and lead cross-functional teams in developing education materials.
• Liaison and Compliance: Liaise between departments to address medical issues and enforce compliance guidelines.
• Team Leadership: Lead a team of Medical Affairs Managers in the EMEA region, providing guidance and input on new product designs.

• Education: Doctorate Degree or Medical Doctor, with a minimum of 19 years of education.
• Experience: 5-10 years of experience in product development/medical management and 2-4 years in business unit or general management.
• Skill Set: Strong knowledge of regulations affecting IVDs and Biologics, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership capabilities and industry/product knowledge.

Director Medical Affairs - Infectious Disease EMEA M F D based in Dubai, UAE. Abbott is seeking a senior Medical Affairs leader in the Infectious Disease area for the EMEA region. The role involves developing and executing medical strategies, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional leadership within Abbott Rapid Molecular Diagnostics.

• Leads efforts to define and implement medical strategies for Infectious Disease in EMEA.
• Creates and executes annual medical plan.
• Identifies and establishes relationships with opinion leaders across the region involved in disease states or technical initiatives.
• Writes study protocols; monitors study progress; analyzes results and collaborates with investigators to publish papers. Publications should advance science and influence medical policy.
• Recognized as a subject matter expert; collaborates with other key opinion leaders.
• Prepares medical posters and abstracts and presents at key professional meetings in the region.
• Leads cross-functional teams in developing patient and physician education materials.
• Acts as liaison between Customers / Quality / Regulatory and technical organizations when medical issues arise.
• Leads the Medical Affairs Manager team located in the EMEA region.
• Complies with and enforces Office of Ethics and Compliance guidelines.
• Establishes contacts with key scientists around EMEA as a senior member of Medical Affairs.
• Provides input to the design of new products, technologies, and OEM opportunities.
• Identifies and recommends opportunities to gain additional product claims to improve medical utility.

• Doctorate Degree (± 19 years)
• Medical Doctor

• 5-10 years product development / medical management experience.
• 2-4 years business unit or general management experience.
• Knowledge of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologics.
• Experience developing external relationships with key scientists or medical professionals.
• Experience establishing and executing Medical Affairs and / or R&D plans.
• Industry, product, and customer knowledge required.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and medical writing skills.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. For more information about Abbott, visit the company website. This role is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

• Role Level : Director
• Employment type : Full-time
• Country : United Arab Emirates
• City : Dubai

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We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Medical Manager to join our team. This role will be instrumental in driving the company's medical strategy across the UAE, providing scientific leadership and supporting cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with corporate objectives.

• The Senior Medical Manager will lead the development and execution of the UAE medical affairs strategy in alignment with global and regional plans.
• As a scientific expert, you will provide guidance on key therapeutic areas and products.
• You will build and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and other external stakeholders.
• You will support the delivery of medical education programs, advisory boards, and scientific events.
• You will ensure all medical activities comply with local regulations, company policies, and ethical standards.
• You will partner cross-functionally with regulatory, commercial, and clinical teams to provide medical insights and support business objectives.
• You will lead the review and approval of promotional and non-promotional materials in line with compliance standards.

• A medical degree (MD), PharmD, or PhD in Life Sciences is essential.
• A minimum of 7 years' experience in medical affairs within the pharmaceutical industry, ideally with UAE or Gulf exposure.
• Strong expertise in building KOL networks and delivering impactful scientific engagement.
• Proven ability to operate cross-functionally and influence senior stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of UAE healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.

This role offers a unique opportunity to drive medical strategy and contribute to the company's success. As a Senior Medical Manager, you will have the chance to work with a leading multinational pharmaceutical company and make a meaningful impact on the healthcare landscape in the UAE.

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can contribute to our team's success.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact and grow both professionally and personally in the role of Medical Director.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will oversee and support Medical Affairs activities in the EMEA Partner Markets Cluster, requiring strong leadership and interpersonal skills. They will serve as the primary medical liaison and medical expert on relevant therapeutic areas to 3rd party Distributor Partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver Medical Affairs training to 3rd party Distributor Partners' medical and commercial teams.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with key medical experts and societies, and healthcare professionals in disease areas relevant to our portfolio.
• Oversee and align 3rd party Distributor Partner medical activities with our Global and Regional medical affairs strategy, objectives, and standards.

Requirements:

• Advanced degree in clinical specialty (MD, PhD, PharmD).
• 10+ years of experience in Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Rare Diseases experience, particularly in metabolic/genetic disorders.
• Experience working with distributors or in Partner Market settings is highly desirable.

Our Philosophy:

We fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth – so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives, in and outside of work.

Equal Opportunity:

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit unlawful discrimination based on protected statuses or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

Job Description

July 2025 - Jan. 2026 (Dubai)

Our company will kick start your career journey within the Pharmaceutical industry. We will empower you to Invent for Life. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive multiskilled team of highly motivated individuals. We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world's most challenging healthcare needs.

• Gain hands-on experience within the pharmaceutical industry
• Ability to grow your potential and be part of a diverse team of employees
• Work within a challenging and dynamic work environment
• Gain strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Creating and maintaining dashboards, automating workflows, and developing applications using Power BI, Power Apps, and Power Automate.
• Supporting the EEMEA Medical Affairs team and contributing to projects, events management apps, LDG tools, digital, and GenAI projects for Medical Affairs teams.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

• Fluency in English
• Graduating in 2026 or later
• Ability to work 40 hours per week
• Advanced communication skills
• Expertise in Microsoft Office
• Educational background in IT, Computer Applications, Data Analysis, or a related field
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Monthly stipend
• Buddy and mentor support during your journey
• Learning opportunities

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Additional Details

• Employee Status: Intern/Coop (Fixed Term)
• Relocation: N/A
• VISA Sponsorship: N/A
• Travel Requirements: N/A
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid
• Shift: N/A
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• Job Posting End Date: 05/14/2025

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Required Experience: Intern

We are seeking an experienced Medical Affairs Director to oversee and support medical activities in global partner markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in rare diseases and metabolic disorders.

• Serve as the primary medical liaison for partner markets, providing strategic guidance and support on medical affairs initiatives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key medical experts and societies in relevant therapeutic areas.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align medical strategy with business objectives.
• Provide medical expertise and training to partner organizations, enhancing their understanding of our products and disease areas.

• Advanced degree in clinical specialty (MD, PhD, PharmD).
• 10+ years of experience in Medical Affairs, with a proven track record of success in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Rare diseases experience, particularly in metabolic/genetic disorders.
• Experience working with distributors or in partner market settings is highly desirable.

• Generous vacation time and public holidays.
• Volunteer days.
• Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit unlawful discrimination based on protected statuses or classifications.

The Medical Director for Partner Markets oversees and supports medical activities in markets where Ultragenyx commercializes its products in collaboration with distributor partners.

• Provides medical liaison support to distributor partners, offering guidance on medical strategy and execution.
• Oversees and aligns distributor partner medical activities with the company's global and regional medical affairs strategy, objectives, and standards.
• Delivers medical training to distributor partners' medical and commercial teams, enhancing their understanding of the company's products, disease areas, and global and regional medical strategic objectives.
• Builds and maintains professional relationships with key medical experts and societies, and healthcare professionals in relevant disease areas.