What are the responsibilities and job description for the Global Medical Director, Haematology, Nephrology and Transplant position at 10000965 - Medical Advisor Associate Director?
At Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease, we mean more. More because of our passion for addressing the unmet needs of patients with rare diseases. Our commitment to science leads us to push the boundaries of what is possible, turning uncharted challenges into life-transforming opportunities. This dedication brings us closer to every patient, every colleague, and a future filled with hope and innovation.
Accountabilities
Reporting directly to the Senior Director, the Global Medical Director will reinforce strategic planning and leadership for hematology, nephrology, and transplant indications, leveraging our expanding pipeline. The role supports our mission by integrating scientific and medical insights with a profound understanding of the global landscape. You will drive the Alexion Global Medical Affairs mission to optimize patient outcomes by setting and advancing the evidence-based standard of care.
Your Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Represent the Global Medical Affairs team at Global Program Teams (GPTs), guiding cross-functional groups with medical expertise.
Plan Development: Collaborate on developing global and regional strategic and tactical medical plans that align with brand objectives, including budget planning.
Medical Excellence: Provide medical leadership and strategic direction for the global medical therapeutic area activities, pre-launch and post-launch, ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration.
Clinical Development: Lead the design and execution of late-stage Phase 3b/4 clinical studies, registries, and outcomes research for pipeline and in-line programs.
Partnership and Communication: Foster strategic relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), medical societies, and academic centers to align global KOL engagement strategies and medical advisory boards.
Evidence Generation: Oversee real-world evidence (RWE) generation strategies in alignment with therapeutic area initiatives.
Medical Review: Provide oversight and guidance for medical reviews related to clinical study proposals, field medical materials, and regulatory documents.
Essential Skills/Experience
Advanced scientific degree (MD, PhD, PharmD).
3 years in a Medical Affairs function, preferably with experience in hematology, nephrology, or transplant.
Demonstrated ability to strategically drive cross-functional initiatives and build effective partnerships.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely, on-target delivery.
Ethical mindset with a commitment to impactful work.
Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
Willingness to travel up to 25%.
This role fosters an environment of collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous learning, reflecting our innovative spirit and dedication to advancing healthcare. While we expect employees to work from the office at least 60% of the time, we value and incorporate flexibility to support a balanced work culture.
Join us in our journey to push the boundaries of science and change the trajectory of rare diseases. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now!
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.
