Medical Advisor - Rare Disease – Iraq (2 Vacancies)

Your expertise can spark the next breakthrough. Become a Medical Advisor at AstraZeneca and turn cutting-edge research into meaningful patient outcomes.

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.

Join a high-performing team, empowered to cut through the noise and drive real change. Our agility and pace, coupled with scientific focus, powers us to spot opportunities in the market that keep us moving forward and into new spaces.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Job Purpose:

As a Medical Advisor, you will provide external and internal medical leadership within priority therapeutic area. The Medical Advisor develops strong relationships with key external experts (KEEs), delivers high-quality scientific exchange, and supports evidence generation. Internally, the role contributes to brand strategy, life-cycle management, medical education, and cross-functional training while ensuring full compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain engagement with KEEs through field visits, scientific exchange, advisory boards, and investigator-initiated research discussions.
• Provide expert medical input to brand strategy, life-cycle management, and launch readiness plans.
• Develop and execute the local medical plan and pre-launch activities for new products.
• Deliver medical education to healthcare professionals and train internal cross-functional teams.
• Support clinical studies and evidence-generation programs (e.g., ESRs, non-interventional studies, registries).
• Act as a scientific resource for internal stakeholders, providing insights on clinical practice, trends, and competitive intelligence.
• Serve as nominated signatory for promotional and medical materials as required.
• Ensure compliance with AstraZeneca policies, local regulations, and global governance standards.

Job Requirements:

Essential Criteria:

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Pharmacist.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role in Medical Affairs, within a multinational pharmaceutical company.
• Experience in specialty lines (e.g., Oncology, Hematology, Rare Disease, Metabolic Diseases).
• Proven stakeholder-management track record with KOLs, HCPs, and cross-functional partners.
• Strong expertise in stakeholder engagement and relationship management with HCPs and KOLs.
• Demonstrated ability in project management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent scientific knowledge, presentation, and communication skills.
• Flexibility to travel as business needs require.
• Experience working directly with a brand-owning company (not solely through a distributor) or, if working with a distributor, clear evidence of close collaboration with the parent/mother company.

Preferred Criteria:

• Post-graduate degree (e.g., MSc, PhD) in a relevant scientific or medical discipline.
• Experience in account management.

Please note that this position is based in Baghdad and is not open for relocation; only apply if you are located in or can easily access this location.

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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 authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.