Medical Advisor (for pooling)

Job Description

At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We believe in the potential of our people and you’ll develop beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to achieve our goals no matter where you start with us.

As a Medical Advisor, you will work with more senior colleagues to ensure that all local Medical requirements are met for brand material. You will use your medical knowledge to contribute to the marketing direction of the brand.

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. We are on a journey to bring life-saving medicines to patients. Our role in contributing to decreasing mortality rates globally is clear – shaping the future by spotting a scientifically-led commercial opportunity and acting now to operationalize and scale it.

At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop scientific partnerships with healthcare professionals, advanced practice providers, primary care physicians, and diverse healthcare decision makers.
• You will lead and support the delivery of disease education programmes and communication on product information and medical practices including guideline implementation
• Own and develop training sessions to improve sales representatives’ scientific knowledge and understanding to effectively promote AstraZeneca products
• Capture scientific insights from clinical practice leaders to shape brand strategies and objectives
• Support the promotional speaker programme through training the speakers as well as serving as a speaker
• Participate in Key Account Management meetings at local/community healthcare institutions and accounts
• Serve as an expert on products within assigned therapeutic area and maintain up-to-date knowledge at all times

Essential Requirements

• Your education background is in science, preferably a degree, masters or PhD in a top university or a qualified doctor
• You have clinical experience and a keen interest in pharmaceutical and healthcare industries
• You desire to continuously develop your scientific expertise and the multiple aspects within medical affairs and regulatory

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.