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Opella

Head of Science Hub

Opella

Head of Science leading medical and regulatory strategy for Opella’s Australian self-care business. Guiding evidence generation, innovation, compliance, and ANZ science teams to drive brand growth.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeSydney • 🇦🇺 AustraliaLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in medical and regulatory science, with a strong focus on product science, evidence generation, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead teams, shape scientific strategy, and influence stakeholders across diverse environments.

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Medical CredibilityRegulatory ComplianceEvidence Generation StrategyLeadership ExperienceBusiness Acumen

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Hard Skills
Product ScienceMedical Safety DataMode Of ActionClinical StudiesLab TestingIn Vivo StudiesReal World Evidence (RWE)Regulatory StrategiesConsumer ResearchRisk Mitigation
Soft Skills
Exceptional CommunicationInfluencing SkillsStrategic ThinkingCreativityProblem-Solving
Certifications & Qualifications
Degree In Life Science
Industry Keywords
Health Authority RegulationsConsumer Health EnvironmentIndustry AssociationsPublic AffairsMatrix Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the ANZ Zone Science team covering regulatory and medical activities
  • Lead and develop the ANZ Science team, coaching team members and embedding a challenger mindset
  • Contribute to the Opella ANZ Leadership Team and AMEA Region Science Leadership Team
  • Support business leaders with medical and regulatory expertise, sound judgment, and business acumen
  • Partner with local B&I and R&D teams to support growth of global and local brands
  • Evaluate and define portfolio approaches for medical value creation initiatives
  • Set science-team performance metrics and execute local medical brand plans aligned with global medical strategy
  • Develop product science superiority, mode-of-action, medical safety and efficacy data, and simplified scientific communications
  • Identify evidence gaps and develop and execute evidence-generation strategies, including lab testing, in vitro, in vivo, RWE, consumer research, and clinical studies
  • Generate scientifically backed claims and engage and influence healthcare professionals
  • Provide medical support throughout the innovation process, including concept development, evidence generation, claims, clinical studies, product registration dossiers, and pre-launch engagement plans
  • Ensure regulatory compliance with Health Authority requirements and develop risk-mitigation recommendations
  • Develop and execute regulatory strategies for new product innovations and brand lifecycle activities
  • Shape local business strategy through zone input and external advocacy with local trade associations
  • Build a fast-acting, collaborative, outcome-focused, risk-taking, and innovative Science culture
  • Align medical and regulatory science strategies with business priorities and brand strategies
  • Manage risks and opportunities and build mitigation action plans

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Degree in Life Science
  • Demonstrated medical credibility and expertise in product science, science superiority, mode of action, and medical safety/efficacy data
  • Proven success shaping scientific strategy and guiding evidence generation, including lab, in vivo, RWE, consumer research, and clinical studies
  • Familiarity with the latest clinical guidelines
  • Expert knowledge of drug and VMS regulations and requirements
  • Knowledge of Health Authority regulations and ability to assess their impact on marketed products
  • Ability to navigate regulatory approval pathways for innovation
  • Knowledge of the local Consumer Health environment, regulatory context, industry associations, and public and government affairs
  • Demonstrated business acumen, agility, adaptability, and resilience
  • Success partnering and influencing across a matrix environment
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication and influence skills
  • Leadership experience developing teams, setting objectives, measuring achievement, and supporting career development
  • Ability to lead transversally across ANZ, regional, and global science functions
  • Strategic and analytical thinking
  • Creativity and problem-solving
  • Strong executive presence and inspirational leadership
  • Ability to influence decisions and lead without direct authority
  • Flexibility to work across time zones
  • Ability to operate strategically and execute effectively
  • Strong mental agility and flexibility in a changing business environment

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Challenging, purposeful work
  • Empowerment to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity
  • Opportunities to grow new skills
  • Bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture
  • Support for people to thrive and be at their best every day