Medical Advisor R&I

Medical Advisor - Respiratory & Immunology

At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to develop and deliver innovative, life-changing medicines and solutions for patients. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big, and working together to make the impossible a reality. If you are swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you’re our kind of person.

Accountabilities will include:

External Medical & Scientific Engagement 

• Proactively identify HCPs with high levels of scientific expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of patients to collaborate on specific medical activities (advisory boards, symposia, lectures, above-market activities, ESRs, and other data generation activities)
• Builds, enhances, and maintains engagement with scientific leaders (Key TA Experts) and other relevant decision-makers.
• Develop and implement KEE engagement plans in collaboration with the line manager.
• Develops own scientific knowledge about AZ products and the whole therapy area, discusses all aspects of data in a scientific, objective, and balanced way.
• Disseminates results of published clinical studies to the medical community, translating their clinical values and incorporating them into business strategies.
• Responds to unsolicited requests about unapproved AZ products or unapproved uses of approved products, presenting such information in an objective, scientifically balanced, substantiated manner.

Development and initiation of scientific programs for unmet medical needs in the assigned TA

• Initiates and discusses the potential involvement of HCPs in ESRs, RWEs, and clinical trials to address unmet medical needs.
• Conducts basic discussions on clinical trials in terms of study design and feasibility.
• Supports clinical team to select appropriate investigators and sites.

Medical & Scientific Support for internal AZ stakeholders

• Participates as key member of cross-functional brand team(s) within the respective TA
• Provides internal stakeholders with an understanding of the local medical community, clinical practice, trends, and gaps in current scientific knowledge in the assigned TA, collects and shares competitive intelligence data.
• Provides medical input for the development of the respective TA Brand Plans and provides input to medical budget allocation.
• Develops local medical plans and ensures alignment with the brand plans.
• Prepares and conducts training of internal stakeholders for the respective TA products or disease area knowledge.

Governance and adherence to processes and regulations

• Provide medical input for the development of promotional materials and events.
• As Nominated Signatory ensures that all materials and events are in line with internal SOPs, relevant industry codes, and local regulations
• Ensures that company confidentiality is maintained (e.g., intellectual property, product information)
• Ensures compliance with the AZ Code of Ethics, Corporate Governance, audit requirements, and other relevant guidelines, codes, policies, and procedures.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Medicine, Pharmacy, Science degree
• Excellent knowledge of the English language
• Driver’s license required
• Proven experience in Medical Science Liaison, Medical Advisor
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Expertise in discussing scientific content and context with a variety of audiences.
• Excellent presentation skills: oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Extensive experience in relationship and stakeholder management
• Product lifecycle understanding and project management experience
• Customer centric approach
• Ability to take initiative, self-motivation, and engagement.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Advanced scientific degree
• Understanding of multiple aspects of Medical Affairs
• Experience with Respiratory, Immunology and other advanced therapeutic areas will be beneficial

AstraZeneca offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of healthcare innovation. We leverage our position as medical leaders to shape the future of healthcare by developing groundbreaking treatments that make a real difference in patients' lives. Our collaborative environment fosters partnerships with external experts, policy makers, and patient groups to drive meaningful change. With a focus on continuous growth and development, AstraZeneca provides an inspiring atmosphere where your contributions can have a significant impact.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our dynamic team!

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.