Diagnostic Manager - CDMX

Diagnostic Manager

CDMX

We’re inspired by the things that seem impossible. At AstraZeneca, we see the impact of our collective ideas and expertise, and the power of science to deliver them.

Who we are

We are networkers and influencers by nature. In our role as scientific ambassadors, we thrive on working with people internally and externally.

Part of our evolving industry, we need to work faster than ever to maintain our position as industry-leaders.

What we do

We use our influence across the enterprise to shape our external interactions. Working across different markets and functions we listen to all voices, which allows us to effectively represent them when we communicate our products externally.

Leaders in evidence generation, we use it to answer unmet medical needs and see how our medicines perform in the real world. Using primary and secondary real-world evidence to get to answers, quicker.

How we do it

The patient is at the heart of everything we do. The guiding light for all our actions and decisions.

AstraZeneca is one of the world’s most exciting bio-pharmaceutical companies. From scientists to sales, lab techs to legal, our mission is to transform ideas into life-changing medicines that improve patients’ lives and benefit society. We’re constantly moving forward as a company – agile and purposeful in our work.

The Diagnostic Manager will leverage current diagnostic market and clinical test market experience that will make an impact within a large, global pharmaceutical company.

The DM ensures the timely, high quality in-market companion diagnostics / testing solutions to enable optimal treatment throughout the patient journey. An important element of this role is therefore to work collaboratively with the cross functional field teams and execute on tactical plans with an understanding of clinical operational issues on the testing pathway developing tailored testing solutions as needed.

Typical Accountabilities

• Identify and develop needs-based relationships with Pathologists and molecular pathologists, molecular diagnostics kit suppliers, scientific experts, laboratory decision makers, precision medicine leaders: Health Care Professionals (HCP), and scientific organizations
• Develop strategies and execution of tactical plans locally to support and educate on appropriate testing focus on mature indications demanding biomarkers.
• Share appropriate, approved, educational information on diagnostics to the heads of clinical Laboratories and their staff
• Deliver highly technical data presentations
• Educate on the need for diagnostic quality assurance (QA) programmes
• Identify barriers to diagnostics testing through partnerships with Diagnostic Testing labs, Diagnostics Kit companies, lab networks and HCPs.
• Help develop robust testing facilities in strategic centres, including protocol support, working on identification and removing bottlenecks in testing, monitoring the number and performance of testing. Demand generation through education, awareness, and advocacy

Essential

• Undergraduate degree; preferably an Advanced degree in life sciences, medical or pharmacy degree
• As minimum 3-5 years of experience in diagnostic market and molecular testing market; preferably high specialty experience
• Expertise on diagnostics support program in Pharmaceutical companies and/or Diagnostic companies
• Expertise in discussing scientific content and context to multiple audiences
• Project management experience
• Ability to travel (percentage varies with geography)

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.

So, what’s next?

Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours.

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 authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.