Field Medical Manager Rare Diseases (CDMX)

Location: CDMX

We’re inspired by the things that seem impossible. At AstraZeneca, we see the impact of our collective ideas and expertise, and the power of science to deliver them.

We’re focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we can truly change the course of medicine and bring bold, new ideas to life.

Making the impossible a reality can mean taking a chance on an idea and investing in our exceptional capacity for innovation and discovery. We champion trying new things, and we nurture a test and learn culture that’s determined  to achieve our goals.

AstraZeneca is one of the world’s most exciting bio-pharmaceutical companies. From scientists to sales, lab techs to legal, our mission is to transform ideas into life-changing medicines that improve patients’ lives and benefit society. We’re constantly moving forward as a company – agile and purposeful in our work.

Position responsible for leading, developing, and overseeing the Field Medical Teams, ensuring scientific excellence, the execution of the medical strategy, and the strengthening of relationships with opinion leaders and key stakeholders in the scientific, clinical, and regulatory fields. Ensuring the transmission of robust, ethical, and strategic scientific information, supporting the company's medical objectives.

Have a deep understanding of the local healthcare system, its priorities, and challenges and lead the team with an Integrated Engagement plan to gather insights and drive fundamental and sustainable clinical practice transformations in alignment with the Medical Affairs strategy and the company’s portfolio that strengthen healthcare ecosystems, improve treatment outcomes, that enable patient access to quality care.

Act as manager and leader to the field medical team(s) by providing operational guidance along with skills & capabilities training in accordance with the Global/local standards and relevant Job Descriptions. Drive operational excellence, impact, and efficiencies through measurable outcomes and a continuous improvement approach. Communicate on the quality delivery and value of the Medical Affairs team with good understanding of the internal business ecosystem (strategy, model, finances) and act as a key member of the local Medical Affairs team that contributes to the planning and execution of Medical Affairs strategies, working closely with the local medical and cross-functional teams.

As a Field Medical Manager you will be responsible for:

Team & People Management

• Recruit the right talent based on capabilities and abilities required for the field medical role (MSL or CSL) in collaboration with Medical Manager or Therapeutic Area Head
• Ensure the optimal environment for the MSL Sr., Jr., and CSL development, growth, and high performance.
• Foster a culture of I&D, agility, innovative mindset, win-win partnerships and collaboration.
• Lead an effective, strategic, and outcomes-oriented field medical team(s) with a high level of scientific expertise.
• Manage and drive team’s performance with measures and metrics put in place that reflect meaningful patient outcomes with continuous improvement approach.
• Lead a team with comprehensive understanding of the healthcare ecosystem to address population health discussions and deliver outcomes that address impact across the patient pathway.
• Guide the team(s) to have a deep understanding of stakeholder needs to effectively communicate complex scientific information using the right content and channel mix.
• Ensure the team’s quality and promptness of status, information and insights reported back to the cross-functional teams and in company tracking systems.
• Role model as an expert in the assigned therapeutic area with well established relationships with key healthcare professionals.

• Provide strategic and scientific support to the sales team ensuring the Field Medical Liaison team provides a timely and cost efficient service.
• Potentially supervise clinical trials and/or patient safety activities regionally.
• Ensure that all work is aligned with AstraZeneca standards and industry regulations.
• Handle relationships with healthcare professionals, sales professionals and other partners to develop a better understanding of their information needs and respond accordingly.
• Represent the field medical liaisons team at external events.
• Provide statistical, medical and scientific consultancy to support key meetings with internal and external partners.
• Coordinate and deliver education workshops with the community locally and medical groups as required.

Strategic Planning and Delivery:

• Ensure the Field Medical Strategic Plan (FMSP) and MSL activities are prioritized and aligned with the Medical Affairs Strategic Plans
• Ensure the Field Medical Plan includes an Integrated Engagement plan with an appropriate ratio of traditional and non-traditional stakeholders.
• Work closely with the Medical Affairs Team and cross functional team to provide input to medical and product strategies.
• Drives prioritization of activities across the team to ensure appropriate focus on portfolio priorities.
• Identify opportunities and initiate discussion potential strategic, scalable & sustainable clinical practice transformations initiatives that can impact on patient access to quality care.
• Ensures the team leverages Digital and innovation / technology as an enabler for patient centric solutions and effectively contributes to enhancing equitable access to people in assigned accounts / clinics / healthcare systems.

Essencial

• Scientific degree or master’s degree in a scientific discipline
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in rare diseases or high specialty. Interactions with KOLs, medical societies, and healthcare institutions and experience across multiple therapeutic areas.
• Advanced negotiation and influencing skills within cross-functional environments
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking by effectively aligning medical activities with overall corporate objectives
• Excellent Project Management and presentation skills
• Advanced level analytical and conceptual thinking
• Thorough knowledge and experience of the pharmaceutical industry and the field medical function
• Ability to interact and manage a range of stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Knowledge of legislation relevant to pharmaceutical

Apply now! Join us!

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law.

Date Posted

12-feb-2026

Closing Date

01-mar-2026

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.

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.