Diagnostics Manager in Oncology - Based in Athens

Job Description

DIAGNOSTICS MANAGER IN ONCOLOGY - BASED IN ATHENS

Do you want to transform the practice of medicine to impact patients’ lives? Do you want to be trusted and empowered to innovate? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact the Oncology Business Unit in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

Here you will have the opportunity to get to make your mark as you do something rewarding for patients, healthcare and our wider society. Jump in and be a part of it.

We are working to change treatment paradigms across these diseases, through innovative strategies, compelling scientific evidence and differentiated medicines. We are results-driven and ambitious, we thrive in our vibrant environment. There’s a fusion of support, trust and agility that allows us to be hands-on and take ownership as we run fast to stay ahead.

SITE DESCRIPTION

Welcome to Athens, one of over 400 sites here at AstraZeneca, providing a collaborative environment where everyone feels comfortable and able to be themselves is at the core of AstraZeneca’s priorities, it’s important to us that you bring your full self to work every day. To help you maintain your best self.

BUSINESS AREA

In the Oncology Business Unit we relentlessly follow the science, challenging the status quo to deliver more effective treatments to patients in need. Our commitment means we purposefully push back the limits of knowledge to change the practice of medicine. To ensure no patient is left behind, no matter what stage of disease.

This position will work closely with Diagnostics Lead, marketing and medical functions in order to define the best pre-launch, launch and post launch Diagnostic strategies in line with the Oncology brand and medical strategy. The Diagnostics Manager will lead and develop initiatives to minimize barriers of testing relevant biomarkers in the patient journey. The main customer targets (KEEs) for DMs are non-prescribing HCPs, such as Pathologists, Human Geneticists as well as Molecular Biologists.

What you will do

• Assess different testing options and select and qualify available diagnostics solutions.
• Identify and collaborate with national diagnostic and clinical opinion leaders to identify, design and execute activities to optimise access & quality of diagnostics associated with the respective brands and tumours.
• Develop, evaluate and deliver the national diagnostic strategy for the current and future Oncology products, play a role in shaping national policy and health care environment.
• Support in-market registration / regulatory approval of future companion diagnostics / other testing solutions as required.
• Identify issues in current testing landscape and working with external stakeholders to develop solutions to remove or minimize diagnostic barriers to therapy use, e.g., by optimizing testing pathways.
• Develop, maintain and deliver scientific knowledge, on product related biomarkers, for internal and external stakeholders.
• Understand clinical operational issues along the testing pathway in oncology and help stakeholders. to develop potential solutions to their needs, e.g. approaches to diagnostic testing, etc.
• Continuous network maintenance (with KEEs) and consulting within the target group to support diagnostic projects.
• Planning & implementation of diagnostic omnichannel campaigns & creation of diagnostic materials as well as local signature events, educational activities and congress appearances.

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Essential for the role

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree, in life sciences. PhD will be considered as a plus
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with a broad range of oncology diagnostic, pathology, and therapeutic marketing, including launch experience, preferably as DxM/DxL or equivalent
• Project management experience
• Strategic Thinking
• Cross functional collaboration skills
• Communication and presentation skills
• Deliver Results
• Fluent in Greek and English

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours.

Where can I find out more?

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.