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Description
About us
At AstraZeneca we are guided in our work by a strong set of values, and we're resetting expectations of what a biopharmaceutical company can be. By truly following the science, we pioneer new methods, new thinking and bring unexpected teams together. From scientists to sales, lab techs to legal, we're on a mission to turn ideas into life changing medicines that transform lives. We need great people who share our passion for science and have the drive and determination to meet the unmet needs of patients around the world. If you're swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you're our kind of person.
Job Description
An internal and externally facing medical role that provides medical and clinical expertise in priority therapeutic/disease areas and builds AZ scientific leadership. Leads the development of medical plans for the TA/ Brands. Participates and contributes to development of LCM and Brand Strategy and aligning medical plans to the brand strategy. Takes leadership in implementation of Medical Plan/ activities in alignment with Brand strategy. Ensures that the Medical Activities meet the needs of patients and customers. Engages Opinion Leaders in ESRs, scientific exchange meetings and advisory board meetings. Defines and delivers training on Medical background of the product or various functions in an organization. May take responsibility as Nominated Signatory or medical reviewer for activities and promotional materials. May take responsibility for mentorship/ management of MSL/s/Medical Advisor in the country.
Key Duties and Accountabilities
To establish AstraZeneca as a scientific leader through proactive, updated and effective Medical input and Communication
Continuously acquire and update necessary scientific knowledge on therapeutic area and relevant compounds (including competitor products).
Develop and implement the local medical plan to address unmet medical needs in priority disease areas and ensure alignment with the brand plan.
Collaborate with MSL to seek input from MSL insights for development of local medical plan.
Develop and implement pre-launch medical plan/activities for new products at least 2 years prior to the planned launch in the country to address key clinical and scientific challenges
Provide medical leadership on faculty and content development for medical programmes including national congresses, advisory boards, scientific exchange meetings, publications, CMEs to meet identified needs
Ensure that the Medical Information provided both to external and internal customers is timely, relevant, accurate and scientifically balanced
Provide local medical expertise to local area/regional brand teams
Provide medical input to phase 1 to 4 study protocols, study feasibility and support operational delivery
Provide Medical expertise to support PSP market research, PASS and ESRO.
To engage science leaders, professional bodies / societies to establish AZ as a scientific leader in the TA
20-30% of time in field may be required for engagement with the highest priority HCPs and key external stakeholders' engagement
Share emerging data with HCPs, discussing all aspects of the data in a scientific, objective and balanced way
Disseminate results of studies completed to medical community by translating their clinical values and incorporating into business strategies
Attend relevant scientific congresses and HCP meetings to gather new knowledge on AZ compounds, competitor information and therapeutic area
Conduct professional scientific communication or presentation (become chairperson/presenter when necessary) with key opinion leaders
Liaise with local investigators and the External Sponsored Research organization to support research initiatives.
Internally communicate competitive intelligence
Generate medical evidence to support the brand strategies in priority TAs to meet local unmet medical needs
Idea generation for the company sponsored clinical research
Oversight and accountability of the operation of the studies
Initiate research discussions, for example NIS, with customers to develop studies that will fulfill global and local business strategies. (May as part of the review team conduct initial assessment of any ISS proposals)Participate as key member of brand team as strategic partner towards LCM actions including potential business development opportunities
Develop NIS or registry studies to address unmet medical needs.
Developing partnership with OLs in order to develop their capabilities of conducting medical studies
Partner with local SMM team to support country participating in global studies
Provide medical expertise to shape regulatory environment to achieve rapid and high quality market access of AZ products including new registration, new product evaluation and life cycle
Support develop drug value pack and communicate it to Key Decision Makers
Support market access activities that shape market understanding of disease, diagnosis and treatment options
Proactive cross functional collaboration with regulatory and other teams in drug registration in earlier and broader accessibility aligned to the brand strategy
Present at SEC meetings as and when required
Defines and delivers comprehensive training on Medical background of the product for various functions in the organization as required
Provide effective Medical/clinical trainings (basic science and disease knowledge, drug profile, clinical data) to internal colleagues in line with expressed needs of MSL manager and sales managers:
Ensures own knowledge and knowledge of team members of best practices and new relevant developments is up to date
Governance and ensuring overall adherence to processes and regulation [include but not limit to patient safety, clinical trials, promotional activities, etc ]
Accountable for ensuring Promotional Compliance: Provide medical input to the creation, development and agreement of promotional material and ensure all material is in line with internal SOPs and meets IFPMA code
If appropriate to market, Ensure that Pharmacovigilance activities meet internal SOP and local regulations
Ensure clinical studies are carried out in accordance with AZ SOPs and cGCP. Support Clinical team to select appropriate investigators and sites optimising quality, delivery and commercial benefit
Aligns with the values and vision of AZ
Actively participate/encourage the development of the AZ culture
Ensures compliance with AZ code of conduct, Corporate Governance, Audits requirement, guidelines, codes, policies and procedures
Ensures that company confidentiality is maintained (i.e. intellectual property, product, strategic and salary information)
Discloses potential breach of codes or conducts
Personal development
Develop functional capability in the role
Communicate, develop and role model AZ culture and AZ Values & Behaviours
Develop individual and team accountability
Identify areas for self-development and discuss developmental needs with line manager using the 70-20-10 principle (experiential learning, coaching/networking/relationship-based learning and class room training)
Attend & actively participate in learning programmes, training, projects and meetings (where needed)
Essential Requirements
Should have required MD/Post Graduate Degree in Medicine/Medical background for the role.
Medical/Scientific knowledge in the responsible disease area
Minimum Overall Industry experience of 10+ years. Depth and Breadth of experience of Medical Affairs function (atleast 5 years of Medical Affairs experience of which atleast 2 years of Medical Manager or equivalent role playing strategic role and developing and executing Medical plans for relevant therapy area) within the pharmaceutical industry
Fluency in English is required & Excellent presentation skills
An ability to travel
Experience in relationship and stakeholder management
Team management experience is a must
Knowledge of the latest technical and regulatory developments
Desirable Requirements
Understanding of multiple aspects within Medical Affairs
Diverse and Project management experiences
Interest in a long-term career in the pharmaceutical industry