Medical Lead- Respiratory & Immunology

Do you have expertise in, and passion for leading, developing and implementing medical strategies? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

About AstraZeneca

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

At AstraZeneca we fuse the worlds of Medical and Commercial to spot opportunities and pioneer approaches that better serve our patients. Bridging Commercial and Scientific goals, we apply our people and leadership skills to launch cutting-edge products into our growing healthcare ecosystem.

It takes a holistic mindset to treat each unique patient and tailor the whole experience – from early diagnosis to treatment. With a strong foundation of science and ethics, we run fast but never compromise on doing the right thing. Working at pace in our ever-changing, ambiguous markets takes creativity and imagination.

What you’ll do

• An internal and externally facing medical role that provides medical and clinical expertise in priority therapeutic/disease areas and builds AZ scientific leadership.
• Participates and contributes with medical and clinical expertise in design of LCM and Brand Strategy.
• Takes leadership in implementation of Medical Plan/ activities in alignment with Brand strategy.
• Engages Key External Experts (KEEs) in ESRs, scientific exchange meetings and advisory board meetings.
• May take responsibility as Nominated Signatory medical reviewer for activities and promotional materials.
• Assumes direct line management responsibilities for Medical Scientific Liaisons (MSLs) / Medical Advisors (MAs) within Therapeutic Area

Essential for the role

• Your education background is in medical(MBBS/MD), preferably with a MSc/PHD in a scientific discipline
• You have 6-8 years Medical Affairs Experience
• You have medical or scientific knowledge in the responsible disease area and interest in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry

Date Posted

Closing Date

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.