Introduction to role:

Are you a board-certified healthcare professional with a history of clinical practice and significant experience in the cardiovascular, renal and/or metabolic disease therapeutic areas? Do you have knowledge of the actions of regulatory bodies, particularly the FDA, and experience in clinical trials? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. As a Medical Director at AstraZeneca, you will be a member of the Core Medical Team (CMT), accountable for the development and execution of the Brand Medical Plans. This role requires strong business aptitude and/or experience, including the proven ability to translate and align commercial and scientific goals and objectives.

Accountabilities:

As a Medical Director, you will provide medical input into brand strategy as a core member of the CMT. You will collaborate with commercial teams and alliance partners to develop overall brand strategy. You will also play an integral role in the planning and participation of national and regional medical advisory boards, provide clinical education and training for internal stakeholders, and ensure compliance with all AZ corporate policies.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Doctoral level degree (MD, PhD, PharmD)

• Significant experience in management of Cardiovascular, Critical Care/ Neurocritical care, Neurology & Emergency Medicine

• Proven ability to proactively engage internal and external leaders

• Strong business aptitude and/or experience

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Experience in implementation science and RWE

• Experience developing patient pathways in healthcare systems

• Knowledge of FDA regulations

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's Biopharmaceuticals Business Unit, we accelerate change through building partnerships. It's by nurturing relationships with external experts that we can do something truly meaningful. We are always broadening our relationships with thought leaders to include policy makers and patient groups. Here, you can be at the forefront of shaping the future of Healthcare. There's so much opportunity here as we continue to grow - no better place to improve patients' lives and develop with AstraZeneca.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives and your personal growth? Apply now to join our thriving BioPharmaceuticals team!

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 authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.