Regional Medical Advisor
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.
Typical Accountabilities:
• Acts as a regional expert on a group of drugs or a therapeutic area, supporting the delivery of an effective Field Medical Liaison service, potentially through managing a local team
• Defines and delivers training on specific drugs or treatments for the sales teams or external users and purchasers
• Contributes to establishing and implementing policies, procedures and objectives for own work and potentially for a team of experts
• Maintains and develops relationships with healthcare professionals to ensure the Field Medical Liaison is meeting their information requirements
• Accountable for specialized research or delivery of internal reports to enhance the effectiveness of sales professionals and healthcare practitioners within the local community
• Ensures own knowledge of best practices and new relevant developments is kept up to date
Typical People Management Responsibility (direct / indirect reports):
• Approximate number of people managed in total (all levels) - 0-10
• Manager of a team
What is the global remit? (how many countries will the role operate in?):
• Own country
Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Essential: Bachelor’s Degree or working towards a professional qualification; Thorough knowledge or experience of the pharmaceutical industry and the area of field medical liaisons; Ability to interact and manage a range of stakeholders both internally and externally; Knowledge of legislation relevant to pharmaceutical sales and marketing
• Desirable: Advanced scientific degree; Understanding of multiple aspects within Medical Liaisons; Project and team management experience
Key Relationship to reach solutions:
• Internal (to AZ or team): Field Medical Liaison and Medical Affairs Function; Sales Representatives; Compliance Team
• External (to AZ): Service providers; Regulatory bodies; Key stakeholders in the local community; Healthcare professionals
Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.
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Where can I find out more?
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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.
