Medical Lead, Breast Cancer

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Lead is responsible for leading Medical Affairs activities in the Breast Oncology Franchise and provides medical leadership to the Core Medical Team (CMT). This role is accountable for the medical accuracy and fair balance of medical information in promotional material and learning materials for both internal and external use. The Medical Lead will interact with leaders of groups identified as strategic partners, including advocacy, payer, and provider groups, as well as leaders in the therapy area such as external authorities, Academic Institutions, and Professional Societies. A key responsibility includes providing medical input into the safety profile of the product in collaboration with Patient Safety (PS) physicians. The role also involves collaborating with Medical Science Liaisons and working closely with National Clinical Account Managers to appropriately support key accounts. Additionally, the Medical Lead will provide medical leadership on the design and execution of HEOR studies, outcomes surveys, etc., in close collaboration with the Clinical Value Team (CVT).

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.
• 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 (up to ~30% of time).
• Highly developed written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in supporting brands or disease area levels in-country, regional, or global organizations is preferred.
• Experience working in Breast Cancer.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Leading Medical Affairs activities in Breast Oncology Franchise.
• Providing medical leadership to the Core Medical Team (CMT).
• Ensuring medical accuracy and fair balance of medical information in promotional and learning materials.
• Interacting with leaders of strategic partner groups (advocacy, payer, provider).
• Interacting with therapy area leaders (external authorities, Academic Institutions, Professional Societies).
• Providing medical input into the safety profile of the product in collaboration with Patient Safety (PS) physicians.
• Collaborating with Medical Science Liaisons and National Clinical Account Managers to support key accounts.
• Providing medical leadership on the design and execution of HEOR studies and outcomes surveys.

Benefits

• Qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid leaves
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree