Medical Advisor – Respiratory & Immunology

Do you want to transform the lives of patients by taking a vital role in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca have an exciting opportunity for you!

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization 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.

Business Area

In this function you demonstrate scientific value by strategic partnering with in- and external stakeholders, by understanding and anticipating their needs and by translating these proactively into actions. You support the strategic planning and delivery of all medical affairs initiatives in a specific brand to support the local objectives while staying in close touch with customers (50-50% field time). Next to that you help the cross-functional team who is active in the Therapeutic Area to ensure that they optimally contribute to their specific task. You stimulate the team’s contribution to the clinical development and medical evidence generation & and build confidence for our products to inform clinical practice with a clear patient centric approach.

What you’ll do

• Effectively communicate with both external and internal stakeholders, highlighting your exceptional medical experience and ability to strategically support clinical trials.
• Work with key external experts and closely collaborate with them to conduct engaging scientific exchanges.
• Lead regional advisory boards and play a pivotal role in organizing exciting scientific meetings.
• Identify and collaborate with clinical study investigators, showcasing your hands-on experience in conducting clinical research.
• Provide information on externally sponsored research and open innovation programs, demonstrating your open mindset and ability to think innovatively.
• Act as a Medical expert for internal stakeholders, providing valuable scientific insights to help guide the company's strategic decisions.
• Prepare and tailor medical strategy & have budget planning and monitoring responsibilities

Essential for the role

• College/university degree in science or clinical qualification with relevant scientific experience.
• Ability to interact with and manage various stakeholders.
• Strong expertise in discussing scientific content with diverse audiences.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and management capabilities.
• Availability to travel as required.
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Good Planning and Organizational Skills.
• Excellent Scientific Knowledge.
• Ability to Develop Strategic Partnerships.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organization to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering cutting-edge methods, and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested? Come and join our journey. 

So, what’s next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

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.