About AstraZeneca
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.
About the Oncology Business Unit
A dedicated Oncology unit, this is the place to build a world-class career. Here we are always looking to learn more, welcoming the varied opportunities to expand our horizons or develop niche expertise. Embrace the unparalleled access to industry-leading research, technology, and pipeline product launches with a footprint in every region. Coupled with our agility and sharp focus on talent development, there is an exciting opportunity to accelerate a rewarding and meaningful career.
About Gaithersburg
Our Gaithersburg, Maryland facility crafts life-changing medicines for people around the world. This campus employs more than 3,500 specialists in our field and is only a short drive from Washington, DC. This modern and vibrant scientific campus is the home of R&D and Oncology in the US. Here, we play host to some of the most groundbreaking technology and lab spaces, all designed to encourage collaboration and cross-functional science. We believe employees benefit from being challenged and inspired at work. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusion and collaboration.
Major Accountabilities
* The Medical Lead is responsible for leading Medical Affairs activities in Lung Oncology Franchise and provides medical leadership to the Core Medical Team (CMT).
* Accountable for the medical accuracy and fair balance of medical information in promotional material and learning materials for both internal and external use.
* Interact with leaders of groups identified as strategic partners, including advocacy, payer, and provider groups.
* Interact with leaders in the therapy area (external authorities, Academic Institutions, and Professional Societies).
* Provide medical input into the safety profile of the product in collaboration with Patient Safety (PS) physicians.
* Collaborate with the Medical Science Liaisons and work closely with National Clinical Account Managers to appropriately support key accounts.
* Provide medical leadership on the design and execution of HEOR studies, outcomes surveys, etc. in close collaboration with the Clinical Value Team (CVT).
Essential Requirements:
* A Doctorate in Medicine (M.D, D.O), PhD or PharmD degrees or equivalent will be considered plus relevant experience.
* 5+ years’ experience in Medical Affairs.
* 1-3 years in Headquarters based Medical Affairs role.
* A minimum of 3+ years of related work experience in industry, clinical, or research institution, preferably in oncology, rare disease, or related experiences.
* Experience in supporting brands or disease area levels in-country, regional, or global organizations is preferred.
* Proven ability to interact efficiently with both commercial and scientific/medical colleagues.
* Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
* Ability to travel nationally and internationally.
* Highly developed written, verbal, and presentation skills.
* Travel could be up to ~30% of time.
Preferred Requirements:
* Proven understanding of FDA requirements.
* Experience in a strategy-setting role within Medical Affairs.
* Experience in navigating sophisticated business challenges.
* Experience in developing and maintaining a network that includes external authority.
* Experience in other relevant disease areas of interest through clinical experience, biopharmaceutical experience, or education may be considered.
* Knowledge of relevant Professional Societies and Scientific Medical Experts.
* Experience with pharmaceutical drug development and Medical/Scientific Affairs.
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