Sr Global Medical Affairs Leader- CVRM Emerging Medicines

Introduction to role:

At AstraZeneca, we are committed to turning ideas into life-changing medicines. We are a science-led, global biopharmaceutical company with a focused portfolio in core therapies. We are looking for a Senior Global Medical Affairs Leader (GMAL) for Emerging Medicines to join our BioPharmaceuticals Business Unit. Reporting directly to the Global Medical Head – Emerging Medicines, the GMAL will help drive evidence and confidence innovation for prioritized assets in the CVRM phase 2/3 portfolio. This role is instrumental in ensuring market readiness for our CVRM pipeline and is fundamental to the external recognition of AstraZeneca’s scientific leadership.

Accountabilities:

• As a Senior GMAL, you will be expected to develop strong working relationships with colleagues across AZ, including those in clinical development, regulatory, early commercial and payor functions. You will be responsible for developing and implementing an Evidence Generation Plan to support a successful product launch, developing individual asset and broader portfolio narratives, and driving an external engagement strategy. You will also be responsible to provide strategic Input into clinical trial designs and endpoints and drive the development of Target Product Profiles (TPPs) and Target Product Claims (TPCs) to help shape the clinical development program

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Doctoral level degree: MD, PhD, or PharmD

• 5+ years of experience in a pharma, medical or clinical setting, including experience working at a global and/or regional level

• Experienced Business leader (e.g. led a TA/franchise in a market, driven brand performance, led large teams  incl. field medical)

• Deep healthcare system pathways/market-shaping experience (e.g. led transformation programs in a healthcare systems, driven partnerships from pharma perspective)

• Substantial evidence generation/data expertise, e.g. clinical trial experience (conducted Ph2, Ph3 or Ph4 studies), and/or substantial RWE experience (world-class registry, experience with RWE for label enhancement, practice changing RWD usage)

• Medical/clinical/scientific expertise in CVRM preferred

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Evidence of working in a matrix environment, being able to influence without authority

• Strong working relationships with global thought leaders, including key experts and opinion leaders, professional societies and other healthcare industries/organizations

• Proven ability to build internal and external networks and to collaborate across geographies and cultures

• Experience in developing and launching medicines in key geographies—e.g US, China

• Additional experience in an collaborative function that could strengthen the above—time spent in market access, commercial functions, drug development or substantial academic medicine experience of relevance

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca, you will be at the forefront of shaping the future of Healthcare. We provide medical leadership across the whole product lifecycle - from advising on Research & Development investment decisions, to leading pre-launch scientific efforts and accelerating evidence-based healthcare changes in the real world. We are always open to new ideas and apply our creative thinking to develop new approaches. The patient is at the heart of everything we do. Our teamwork sets us apart and keeps us leading the way. There's never been a better time to join our thriving BioPharmaceuticals team.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and join us in our mission to improve the health and lives of people across the globe!

Date Posted

22-Jul-2024

Closing Date

28-Jul-2024Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accom