Medical Advisor Cardiovascular

Are you ready to apply your expertise to make a significant impact in a company that transforms scientific ideas into life-changing medicines? At AstraZeneca, we believe in the potential of our people and offer opportunities for growth beyond what you thought possible. Our mission is to protect the lives of 50 million people from the devastating effects of heart failure, cardiovascular, metabolic, and renal diseases.

As a Medical Advisor Cardiovascular, you will play a crucial role in developing medical strategies and providing input into brand strategies to support the lifecycle of our products. If you're inspired by the possibilities of science and eager to make a difference, join us!

Accountabilities

In this role, you will report to the Therapeutic Area Lead Cardiovascular and ensure the planning and execution of research projects for assigned products in line with corporate and local policies. You will provide high-quality scientific support to various company functions, including marketing, sales, regulatory, training, and market access. Additionally, you will support the Clinical Research Unit in conducting clinical trials for assigned products.

Key responsibilities include:

- Ensuring the planning and realization of research projects for assigned products according to corporate and local policies

- Contributing to the definition of the Product Business Plan (PBP) for assigned products in cooperation with other company functions

- Preparing the National Medical Plan for assigned products, providing strategies and objectives

- Collaborating with the medical field team, training them on product and disease updates, and supporting local medical plan development

- Ensuring Italian participation in international clinical development by maintaining close contacts with relevant international Product Teams

- Guaranteeing local implementation of global trials with the Clinical Research Manager (CRM)

- Reviewing study proposals/protocols for local studies and ensuring correct data management and analysis

- Providing high-quality support to the Regulatory Affairs Department in defining and reviewing product registration dossiers

- Supporting the Marketing Department in maintaining high scientific standards in promotional activities

- Assisting the Training Department in delivering updated scientific information to the Field Force

- Developing and maintaining contacts with key external experts and the scientific community

- Managing medical information requests and account relationships according to company values and guidelines

Essential Skills/Experience

- Medical Degree

- Understanding of sales and marketing and pharmaceutical medical information

- Fundamental knowledge of basic research, drug development, clinical environment

- Detailed knowledge of local regulatory requirements related to medical affairs activities

- Preferred previous experience as MSL or Medical Advisor or other activities within Medical Department roles

- Communication skills, including communicating detailed technical, scientific, or medical information

- Ability to work in a team

- Leadership capabilities and interpersonal skills

- Project management experience

- Proficiency in written/spoken English and Italian

- Domicile in Lombardia

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.

At AstraZeneca, we are at the forefront of shaping the future of healthcare. Our unique position as medical leaders allows us to drive innovation and improve patients' lives. We provide medical leadership across the entire product lifecycle, from advising on R&D investment decisions to leading pre-launch scientific efforts. Our collaborative environment fosters creativity and innovation, making it an exciting place to work. With opportunities for personal growth and development without borders, AstraZeneca is where you can make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and join our thriving BioPharmaceuticals team!