Medical Scientific Advisor – Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM) Denmark – Nordic Marketing Company

Do you see yourself as Medical Scientific Advisor and want to apply your ambition in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

Our AstraZeneca Nordic Marketing Company employs around 550 people and has offices located in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Oslo, and Espoo. AstraZeneca Nordic is a recognized leader in its core therapy areas and aims to improve the lives of millions of people. This is an area where you are free to be more – you are encouraged to challenge traditional ways and test your curiosity. We drive innovative science, deliver key launches, build close collaboration and partnerships within health care.

Introduction to role

Join the AstraZeneca team as a Medical Scientific Advisor (MSA) and seize the opportunity to make a significant impact with both new and mature products. You will play a key role in an exciting launch along with other upcoming assets in our portfolio as well as managing established products. This dynamic, field-based position in Denmark allows you to lead the medical strategy for pre-launch and launch activities. You will collaborate with visionary external collaborators and showcase your scientific leadership. Reporting to the Therapeutic Area Lead (TAL) Denmark, you will work alongside ambitious cross-functional teams to drive pivotal initiatives that greatly enhance patient outcomes. If you are ready to contribute to the transformation of cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic health through innovative solutions, we want to hear from you!

Accountabilities

Medical and Scientific Engagement

•            External Collaborator Interaction: Develop and maintain relationships with Key External Experts (KEEs), healthcare professionals (HCPs), and medical organizations to enhance scientific exchange and insights.

o            Implement plans aligned with the medical strategy and lead scientific discussions in advisory boards, meetings, and educational programs.

o            Respond to unsolicited medical information requests about AZ assets.

Pre-Launch and Launch Support

•            Pre-Launch Strategy: Lead scientific efforts to prepare for new product introductions by identifying unmet medical needs and contributing to product strategies.

•            Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure launch strategies are informed by scientific data and external collaborator insights.

•            Launch Activities: Implement medical activity plans, ensure alignment with healthcare practices, and support treatments to reach eligible patients after approval.

Therapeutic Area Leadership & Transforming Care

•            CVRM Expertise: Serve as the subject matter expert in one or more areas within CVRM, identifying clinical trends, evidence gaps, and unmet needs in the disease area.

o            Lead initiatives to transform care for patients by using insights into clinical practices and treatment pathways.

•            Redefining Care Strategy: Co-lead programs that aim to deliver value to patients, healthcare systems, and AstraZeneca by integrating innovative strategies into clinical practice.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

•            Internal Collaboration: Work closely with the rest of the Medical Affairs team, Clinical Operations (SM&M), Clinical Development, Market Access, Commercial and Regulatory Affairs to provide scientific input into product development, regulatory strategies, and market access plans.

o            Provide feedback on clinical trial design, feasibility, and site engagement to optimize recruitment and retention in CVRM trials.

Externally Sponsored Research (ESR) & Innovation

•            Support ESR and Open Innovation programs by identifying collaborative opportunities to generate real-world evidence and clinical insights that advance the scientific understanding of CVRM diseases.

Essential Skills/Experience

•            Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific data clearly and effectively to both internal and external collaborators.

•            Strong collaboration and cross-functional teamwork abilities.

•            Proactive approach with the ability to implement tasks independently while contributing effectively as a teammate.

•            Understanding of the Danish health care system, including regulatory and payer environment

•            Knowledge of regulatory and medical affairs processes, including the drug development lifecycle.

Qualifications & Experience

•            Education: Advanced degree (MSc, MD, PhD) in a relevant scientific or medical field.

Experience:

o            Proven experience in medical affairs or clinical research/development, with a focus on CVRM diseases (Cardiovascular disease area experience is preferred).

o            Experience in leading scientific communications, developing relationships with external experts, and implementing pre-launch and launch activities in collaboration with internal shareholders.

o            Prior product launch and reimbursement process experience.

o            Proven track-record in project management.

o            Fluent in Danish.

Where can I find out more?

Please get in touch with hiring manager, Nanna Hovelsø, Therapeutic Area Lead CVRM (nanna.hovelsoe@astrazeneca.com)

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

AstraZeneca offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of healthcare innovation. We use our position as medical leaders across our enterprise and the healthcare ecosystem to shape the future of healthcare. By developing and delivering our science to patients in need, we help reinvest back into research and support our scientific innovations. Our collaborative environment fosters creativity and innovation, making it an inspiring place to work.

I&D

We are proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration! Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.

Why AstraZeneca?

When we at AstraZeneca see the chance to change, we take this opportunity - for every opportunity, no matter how small, can be the beginning of something big. Delivering medicine that changes people's lives is about having an entrepreneurial spirit - finding moments and understanding its potential.

So, what is next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Great, because we cannot wait to hear from you. Please submit your application, in English by April 8, 2025 at the latest. However, we will be reviewed candidates on an ongoing basis. 

You do not need to include a cover letter, but please include a few lines on your motivation for the role and what you can add.

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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.