Medical Lead - Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
About The Position
Welcome to the Oncology Business Unit at AstraZeneca! This is the place to build a world-class career in a dedicated Oncology unit. 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. In Medical Affairs at AstraZeneca, we change the practice of medicine and improve the patient experience by generating and communicating compelling medical evidence. We translate the wealth of medical and scientific expertise to ensure the data we produce helps physicians to better treat patients at every point in the journey. We are proud to work on the cutting-edge with one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the business. Help to advance our pipeline by applying scientific expertise and accelerating our pathway to finding a cure. 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. Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join us in our mission to redefine cancer treatment and eliminate cancer as a cause of death
Requirements
- A Doctorate in Medicine (M.D, D.O), PhD or PharmD degree plus proven experience
- A minimum of 5+ years of related work experience in industry, clinical or research institution, preferably in onco-hematology, solid tumors, or related experiences
- 1-3 years in HQ Medical Affairs role
- Expert technical depth in disease area – Hematology/Oncology
- Thorough understanding of drug development and pharmaceutical market support and in-depth knowledge of Hematology/Oncology (clinical evidence and real-world patient management)
- Strong leadership with a proven track record of change and impact
- Strong business acumen skills and experience with financial management
- Proven ability to interact productively with both commercial and scientific/medical colleagues (including Clinical Development teams), with ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders and work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
- Ability to travel nationally and internationally. Travel will be, as appropriate, up to ~30% of the time
- Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, negotiation and presentation skills
Nice To Haves
- Active license as Doctorate in Medicine (M.D, D.O), PhD or PharmD degree
- Additional training such as an M.P.H., M.B.A., or other advanced degree
- Product Launch Experience and FDA requirements
- Experience working in US market
- Experience in supporting brands or disease area levels in-country, regional, or global organizations is preferred
- Experience with the clinical management of leukemia disease, chronic and/or acute
- Experience in evidence generation planning and clinical trial design
- Experience in a strategy-setting role within Medical Affairs and navigating sophisticated business challenges
- Experience in developing and maintaining a network that includes third-party expert
- Background in practicing medicine, clinical research, and familiarity with biostatistics, epidemiology and health outcomes
- Knowledge of relevant Professional Societies and Scientific Medical Experts.
- Line management (People leadership) with demonstrated coaching and mentoring experience
Responsibilities
- Help shape and deliver the US Medical Affairs strategy for a priority hematology oncology indication.
- Lead the Core Medical Team.
- Develop and execute the integrated medical plan.
- Use scientific, clinical, customer, and multi-channel insights to inform evidence generation, product development, and launch readiness.
- Collaborate across Medical, Clinical Development, Patient Safety, Commercial, Market Access, and Field Medical teams to advance science-driven strategies with meaningful impact for patients and the CLL community.
- Manage a portfolio of investigator-initiated studies that complement the AstraZeneca clinical development plan.
- Lead the real-world evidence strategy for the assigned indication or asset from concept through execution and communication.
- Create the US publication plan for generated evidence.
- Provide medical review and input for key materials.
- Engage strategic external partners.
- Contribute to safety discussions.
- Support scientific exchange with field medical and key account teams.
Benefits
- qualified retirement programs
- paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)
- health, dental, and vision coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
