Global Medical Affairs Leader - Hematology
A dedicated Oncology unit, this is the place to build a world-class career. AstraZeneca’s vision in Oncology is to help patients by redefining the cancer-treatment paradigm with the bold ambition to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. We are proud to work on ground breaking science with one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the business.
We are seeking a Global Medical Affairs Leader (GMAL) supporting our Hematology Franchise to join us in Barcelona! This person will report to the Senior GMAL for Hematology. The GMAL will lead and develop the strategy and lifecycle management of our assets for B-cell malignancies. This position will work closely with Oncology Business Unit (OBU) Medical peers to ensure delivery of an integrated strategy and indication medical plans, ultimately having full responsibility for the B-cell malignancies assets medical plan. Working in one of our largest tumor franchises, we are looking for someone who will excel in medical plans execution, develop medical affairs capabilities for the medical of the future, bring value to the cross-functional collaborations and be motivated by working with high performing colleagues in an exciting team.
What You'll Do:
Working with other internal teams and colleagues and responsible for development and delivery of key elements of the global medical tactical plan, the key tasks of the GMAL include:
Manage multiple projects and tasks and works autonomously
Work together with Senior GMALs to deliver an integrated evidence strategy including IISR and RWE strategy
Collaborate with Sr GMALs using scientific, clinical and competitor insights to inform and deliver the medical plan
Partners with Sr GMAL to operationalize Expanded Access Program (EAP) strategy, if applicable
Serve as Medical Lead for Advisory boards including developing a strategic plan for ad boards and other key external experts engagements, shaping the agendas, and working collaboratively to ensure the right stakeholders are included in discussions
Ensures GPT & IBT awareness of key external developments (e.g. competitors, data releases, congresses, social media) and articulates the implications to the asset
Be an active member of the Medical Integration Team, contributing to key cross-functional discussions and deputizing for Sr GMAL when required
Develop an external education plan including delivery of AstraZeneca-led Symposia and other scientific exchange meetings
Will manage and/or contribute to Global Medical Projects and manage elements of the asset medical budget
Ensures that all Medical and business activities are carried out in compliance with AZ standards, standard operating procedures and external regulations
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of Master’s degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent medical/scientific qualifications and/or significant industry and/or therapeutic experience.
At least 4 years of experience within pharma/life sciences and/or medical experience (e.g. significant clinical/academic/medical affairs agency roles/organizations)
Good communication and presentation skills
Experience of multi stakeholder management
Experience of leading on medical plans and strategic medical initiatives
Ability to influence others without authority
Strong project management skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Good understanding of drug development and commercialization processes including understanding of outcomes research /payer access issues
Proven track record to generate, analyze and interpret clinical trial and published data
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced Scientific degree preferred (MD, PhD, PharmD)
3+ years in a Headquarters Medical Affairs role or Global Clinical R&D
Hematology or Oncology experience
Country launch experience
Documented track record of successfully developing and executing Medical Plans both in terms of evidence generation, scientific communications, and external expert engagements
Are you ready to bring new insights and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours. Apply today.
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 follow all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.
