[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Abbott Laboratories jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Abbott Laboratories · Malaysia > Selangor: Imazium # Head of Medical Affairs Malaysia > Selangor: Imazium Executive Healthcare & Clinical Listed on Abbott Laboratories’s official careers site. Listed as of October 20, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Abbott Laboratories’s careers site →](https://abbott.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/abbottcareers/job/Malaysia--Selangor--Imazium-No-8-Jalan-SS-2137/Head-of-Medical-Affairs_31155278) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Abbott Laboratories](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/) / Head of Medical Affairs ## Job description ### JOB DESCRIPTION Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You'll also have access to: Career development with a global healthcare leader. Opportunities to work across diverse therapeutic areas and markets. A collaborative and inclusive culture focused on innovation and patient outcomes. A company recognized as one of the world's most admired companies and best places to work. The Opportunity This position is based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia within Abbott's Established Pharmaceuticals Division (EPD). EPD is committed to bringing trusted, high-quality branded generic medicines to patients across multiple therapeutic areas. As the Head of Medical Affairs, you will lead the Medical Affairs function for Malaysia and Brunei, providing strategic and scientific leadership across Medical Affairs, Clinical Research, Medical Information, and Medical Governance activities. You will be a key member of the affiliate leadership team, partnering closely with internal and external stakeholders to drive business success while ensuring the highest standards of compliance and patient focus. What You'll Work On Lead and execute the Medical Affairs strategy for Malaysia and Brunei. Build strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals, academic institutions, and regulatory stakeholders. Oversee medical governance, clinical research activities, and promotional material review processes. Partner with Commercial, Regulatory, Market Access, Clinical Operations, and other cross-functional teams to support business objectives. Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Medical Affairs team while driving a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. ### Required Qualifications Medical Doctor (MD) or equivalent scientific qualification with relevant pharmaceutical industry experience. Significant Medical Affairs leadership experience within the pharmaceutical industry. Strong scientific, clinical, and business acumen. Demonstrated people leadership and team development experience. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills. ### Preferred Qualifications Experience across multiple therapeutic areas, including Primary Care, Specialty Care, Oncology, and OTC. Proven ability to translate complex clinical data into practical medical strategies. Strong track record of cross-functional collaboration and external stakeholder management. Experience leading medical teams through business growth and organizational change. Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term vision and operational execution. The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. ### JOB FAMILY Medical & Scientific Affairs DIVISION: EPD Established Pharma LOCATION: Malaysia > Selangor: Imazium, No. 8, Jalan SS 21/37 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 15 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Aug 21, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 60 days - Location: Malaysia > Selangor: Imazium[Apply on Abbott Laboratories’s careers site →](https://abbott.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/abbottcareers/job/Malaysia--Selangor--Imazium-No-8-Jalan-SS-2137/Head-of-Medical-Affairs_31155278) ## More jobs at Abbott Laboratories ### [Medical Science Liaison](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/jobs/3e9461cc691de2b3ea61/) Malaysia > Selangor: Imazium ### [Associate OTC](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/jobs/04f3c9215e7c26c6c2c9/) Malaysia > Selangor: Imazium ### [Associate RTR](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/jobs/bca54fb9e2b777552e4b/) Malaysia > Selangor: Imazium ### [Associate STP](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/jobs/341290ae89a9435ca317/) Malaysia > Selangor: Imazium ### [Associate, HR Service Center](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/jobs/393b4881a6e21fa5e19c/) Malaysia > Selangor: Imazium ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Head of Medical Affairs, Medical Affairs, Beijing/Shanghai](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/takeda-pharmaceutical/jobs/3ebc83994238c401090f/) Takeda Pharmaceutical ### [Global Diagnostics Head of Imagyst Medical Platforms and Integration, Medical Affairs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/zoetis/jobs/c96a80f2128c288b1268/) Zoetis · US Remote ### [Medical Affairs Head Argentina](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/novartis/jobs/ebb585a3be950ee76eff/) Novartis ### [Head Global Neuroimmunology Pipeline Medical Affairs Senior Scientific Director Executive Medical Di In Boston Ma Jid 33827](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/af0e634547d69fc2be45/) AbbVie ### [Head Global Neuroimmunology Pipeline Medical Affairs Senior Scientific Director Executive Medical Di In Mettawa Il Jid 33506](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/b694ec8b0e2d015af6f8/) AbbVie OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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