(Sr.) Medical Advisor

Job Description

Job Description

• Possess extensive scientific expertise in designated therapeutic areas and are responsible for providing crucial scientific support for AstraZeneca's assigned molecules to KEEs and are instrumental in fostering scientific partnerships with key external stakeholders
• Embed a comprehensive healthcare system understanding with a 360 view of the entire healthcare ecosystem within every responsible HCO (Healthcare Organization), aiding in a holistic approach to patient care.
• Acts as catalysts, with a deep understanding of the localized health system (environment, priorities, clinical pathways, patient journeys) and its challenges, to gather insights and execute according to the medical strategic plans to deliver strategic, scalable & sustainable clinical practice transformations, enhancing access to equitable quality care for patients and enabling the adoption of our innovative medicines.

Typical Accountabilities

• Develops a comprehensive understanding of the medical strategy and priorities, crafting short and mid-term local medical strategy plans that optimize both quantitative and qualitative impacts and results.
• Maintain clinical/scientific expertise in disease state management, AstraZeneca products, emerging therapies, and the competitive landscape.
• Segment and prioritize engagements with healthcare institutions, focusing on enhancing patient outcomes and creating positive patient impact.
• Organize and facilitate scientific events such as Advisory Boards/Expert Panels, with KEEs. Prioritize these events based on their relevance in the patient journey for the related disease
• Collaborate with KEEs on study proposals (ESR or Local Study) and/or publications of interest to AstraZeneca.
• Provide internal stakeholders with actionable items related to medical / brand strategy or clinical development based on customer perspectives.
• Demonstrate the intrinsic value and efficacy of medicines, ensuring that healthcare institutions recognize their importance and benefits for optimal patient care.

Requirements

• Scientific and or a minimum master’s degree in a scientific discipline; MD degree would be highly preferred.
• Possesses foundational skills in presentation, negotiation, and leadership
• Proven records in medical affairs with previous experience as an MSL or equivalent role is preferred.
• Extensive experience in breast cancer would be a plus.

Date Posted

Closing Date

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.