Medical HealthCare Transformation Manager – Genitourinary Cancer

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organization to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This meanswe’reopening new ways to work, groundbreakingcutting-edgemethods, and bringing unexpected teams together.

Interested? Come and join our journey.

Whatyou'lldo...

Medical HealthCareTransformation Manager inGenitourinaryCanceris responsible foroncology GUportfolio/pipelinemanagement,providesmedical strategy andcontribution tobusiness strategic and operational planning. This includes the development ofmedicalteam(direct reports)and theoversightoftheexecution of Medical Affairs plans and aiding the delivery of clinical insight, customer focus, and clinical governance into Medical and Business Unitobjectives. This professional also contributes to the development of pre-launch and post-launch medical plans andcollaborateswith AZ cross-functional teams, externalexpertsand healthcare stakeholders. This position can be accountable formanagementofspecificteam.

Tasks will include:

People Management and Development 

• Manage,coachandmonitordirectteam performance 

• Supportsdevelopmentof team members in line with individual development needs and plans.

• Ensure andmonitorcompliancein respectiveteam members and/orthird partiesaccording toPortuguese law andAstraZeneca codes,policiesand standards

Scientific Management,establishtransforming careinitiativesmaintainingstrong relationships with key partners of healthcare ecosystem 

• Lead the scientific and medical strategic contribution inGenitourinary cancersetting.

• Identifyand partner with national, regional/local Key External Experts (KEEs) healthcare ecosystem stakeholders and PAGs to build partnerships and develop transforming care initiatives, aligned withGenitourinary cancerAZstrategy and NHS needs.

Contribution toGenitourinary cancerAZportfolio/pipeline strategy by supporting cross-functional and regional team(s)

• Design, develop and manage medicalplanforGenitourinary cancerAZ portfolio/pipeline,including scientific, medical education and transforming care initiatives

• Provide AZ with an understanding of the local medical community landscape, clinical practice trends and real and/or perceived gaps in current scientific knowledge and medicaltreatment.

Medical Value – Access 

• Participation in Market Access and Medical Affairs meetings,providingcustomer insightsintovaluepropositions.

• Contribute to business planning and Market Accessstrategyfor Genitourinary cancer.

Local Evidence and Clinical Research Contribution 

• Ensure medical support to Clinical Operations team 

• Providestrategic guidance andparticipateas medical expert and scientific contributor in the design,developmentand conduction of thelocal evidencegeneration programs.

Profile...

• MD, PharmD, or PhD in a scientific discipline

• Strong knowledge ofPortuguesenational healthcare ecosystem

• Strong and proven leadership skills 

• Validated ability to effectively build partnerships, relationships and collaborate internally and externally.

• Excellent presentation and written and verbal communication skills. 

• Fluent in Portuguese and Advance Level in English

• Excellence in leadership, strategic attitude, project management, internal and external relationship management, analytical/problem solving skills

We offer

A lively, exciting, and international environment with plenty of opportunities to learn, grow and develop new skills. By joining our team, you will make a real difference in the lives of patients every day.You'llwork closely with internal and external experts, encouraging cross-functional collaboration and growing your professional network. We value empowerment and trust in our employees. Furthermore, you will have the chance to craft processes and receive the appreciation and acknowledgment you deserve for your valuable contributions.

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’sno better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, andalwayscommitted to lifelong learning,growthand development.We’reon an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare. Be among our employees who continue to make us aninnovation-driven company that stands firmly among the leaders in biopharmaceuticals.

We are looking forward to receiving your application in English!