Director Medical Affairs, CKD

Introduction to role:

Join AstraZeneca, a place where we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. As a Director Medical Affairs - CVRM, you’ll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients’ lives. You will be a part of the CVRM Brand Core Medical Teams, responsible for the development and execution of the Brand Medical Plans.

Accountabilities:

As a Director Medical Affairs, you will be accountable for the design and execution of the Medical Affairs components of the Dapagliflozin and Lokelma Medical Plans. Your responsibilities will include the development and delivery of appropriate scientific messaging and education to key customers and professional organizations; the development and execution of scientific and educational programs aligned with the Brand Medical Plan; delivery of medical and scientific insight back to the CVRM Brand Teams; and identification and targeting of key clinical investigators for key clinical trials.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Advanced degree (M.D., PhD, PharmD, MBBS) in a science-related field, such as Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Medicine, or equivalent
• Over 5 years leading programs in a team environment
• Validated understanding of medical strategy, clinical development, and medical science liaison areas
• Ability to lead a diverse group of responsibilities
• Ability to work efficiently in a cross-functional team environment
• Authority technical depth in the disease area
• Strategic influencing skills
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Well-developed initiative ability
• Excellent project management skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Cardiovascular/Metabolic disease experience
• Minimum 5 years experience in a strategy-setting role within Medical Affairs
• Global experience within the pharmaceutical industry
• Solid understanding of FDA requirements
• Excellent digital literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Knowledge of information/technology system

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.

At AstraZeneca, we are at the forefront of medical leadership across our enterprise and the healthcare ecosystem. We are focused on developing and delivering our science to patients in need, helping the enterprise to reinvest back into research and support our scientific innovations. We are looking for individuals who are ready to bring new ideas to the table and make them a reality. This is an opportunity to be part of our thriving Biopharmaceuticals Business Unit and contribute to shaping the future of Healthcare.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives and your personal growth? Join us today!

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $185,413 to $278,119. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.