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Do you have expertise in and a passion for science working and creating value for the bottom line exceeding expectations? If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven Biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. 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’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. Our strategic priorities reflect how we are working to deliver our strategy and achieve our Purpose. As a workforce, we are the catalyst for our values: we are entrepreneurial; we do the right thing; we play to win; we put patients first and we follow the science. As a company we appreciate and take great pride in each team member where every person is brought together through shared values, that underpins a shared purpose. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energised.

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. Join the fastest-growing pharmaceutical in our markets, set up to fuel further growth. Be part of our shared ambition and pride: our strong heritage, our turnaround story, and early investment and commitment in International markets. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energized.

ABOUT THE MEDICAL AFFAIRS TEAM

You will join a high-performing medical team who combine medical expertise with commercial acumen. Problem-solving is second nature and the team proactively takes accountability and moves out of comfort zones to achieve the best results.

What You’ll Do?

You will provide medical expertise and execution of the medical plan in the Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism Therapeutic Areas. This is a field-based role that provides medical and clinical expertise and builds AZ scientific leadership. The role focuses on the development of professional relationships with Key External Experts (KEEs), building deep scientific understanding of AZ compounds by engaging KEEs in research, medical leadership on faculty and content development for medical programmes, externally sponsored research (ESRs), scientific exchange meetings and advisory board meetings. In addition, you will provide input into Brand Strategy and Life Cycle Management (LCM), as well as implementation of medical activities aligned with brand strategy.

Overview

The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a medical affairs professional with scientific and therapeutic-area (TA) expertise. They engage in in-depth medical and scientific product or disease area discussions and presentations, in a non-promotional scientific context. These activities, the circumstances in which they are conducted, and the way to perform them in a fully compliant way are described in further detail in the Global MSL Guide. The person will provide medical expertise and execution of the medical plan in the Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism Therapeutic Areas. This is a field-based role that provides medical and clinical expertise and builds AZ scientific leadership. The successful individual will be responsible for the execution of the operational plan in addition to delivering on Field Medical KPIs. The role focuses on the development of professional relationships with Key External Experts (KEEs), building deep scientific understanding of AZ compounds by engaging KEEs in research, medical leadership on faculty and content development for medical programmes, externally sponsored research (ESRs), scientific exchange meetings and advisory board meetings. In addition, the MSL will input into Brand Strategy and Life Cycle Management (LCM) and implementation of medical activities aligned with brand strategy. Further accountabilities include providing medical input to the creation, development and agreement of promotional material and ensure all material is in line with internal SOPs, as well as supporting training programs with the medical representatives, focused on clinical trials. 

Typical Accountabilities will include:

Medical and Scientific support for External Stakeholders:

Scientific Exchange: Support medical/scientific knowledge, education and comprehension of all relevant clinical data.

  • Engage Key External Experts (KEEs), Health Care Practitioners (HCPs) and other external stakeholders by proactively providing on-label scientific updates and information on AZ disease areas and marketed products as part of non-promotional scientific exchange
  • Respond to unsolicited requests for information about unapproved AZ products or unapproved uses of approved products. Present such information in an objective, scientifically balanced and substantiated manner
  • Provide scientific support in educational events and through appropriate medical sponsorships
  • Develop and implement a KEE engagement plan in collaboration with Medical Manager (MM). Include in the plan details around contact with KEE including the pre call plan with clear objectives for the interaction, key points for discussion, and details on the medical or scientific data to be shared and discussed
  • Organizing and leading scientific exchange meetings or regional advisory boards
  • Participating as scientific speakers at medical meetings consistent with the Global MSL Standard.

Stakeholder Engagement: Develop, enhance and maintain external stakeholder engagement

  • Proactively identify KEEs with high levels of scientific expertise in local treatment practice to collaborate on activities consistent with the local Field Medical Strategic Plan
  • Build AZ relationship with key external stakeholders (e.g. patient advocacy groups, key medical organisations, hospital pharmacy) consistent with Medical Affairs’ objectives. Find opportunities to collaborate with such external stakeholders.
  • Monitor database (Veeva) of KEEs and provide recommendations for advisory board members

Clinical Development: Support the scientific programs that explore unmet medical needs in priority disease areas.

  • Identify pre-clinical, clinical and post-marketing study investigators in alignment with Medical Affairs’ objectives.
  • Engage in discussion with potential and existing external investigators about Company Externally Sponsored Research (ESR) strategies and setting expectations around the process of submission and review of ESR;
  • Work with KEEs, HCPs in scientific and clinical trial activities that help support study recruitment, development and understanding of all studies including ESRs, RWE and company-sponsored studies.

Medical and Scientific support for Internal Stakeholders:

Scientific/Subject Matter Expertise: Act as scientific expert in priority disease area(s) for internal stakeholders.

  • Provide internal stakeholders with an understanding of clinical practice trends and actionable (strategic) information or insight that supports the value and appropriate use of AZ products
  • Support appropriate AZ staff training on clinical data, trends in clinical practice within TA
  • Provide relevant and timely feedback on KEE/HCP interactions using available resources (Veeva Medical CRM tool, Email, Chatter as appropriate)

Personal Development: Continually demonstrate development of Scientific expertise in disease area(s) of company focus, Business acumen and strategic thinking.

  • Maintain medical/scientific expertise in disease state management, AZ products, emerging therapies, and the competitive landscape
  • Demonstrate collaborative leadership and management along with advanced strategic thinking within and across field team and TA
  • Continually develop ability to communicate in a variety of situations with various stakeholders

If this sounds appealing, please read on to understand the experience and skills we’re looking for…..

Education, qualifications and experience required:

  • Must have a completed Bachelor’s degree in Medicine or Science equivalent qualification (Masters/PHD)
  • Minimum of 1-2 years MSL experience in the pharmaceutical industry would be advantageous
  • Must have a valid Drivers License
  • Current familiarity with healthcare environment including opinion leaders, academia, the medical community, patient needs and related dynamics.
  • Demonstrated expertise in synthesizing scientific information and communicating it effectively at peer level with HCPs
  • Effective and demonstrated communication skills (both oral and written)
  • Excellent interpersonal, project management, leadership and teamwork skills
  • Must be able and willing to travel: 60% In-field and 40% office. The territory would be Gauteng and KZN.

The successful applicant should demonstrate the following areas of competency

  • Management of cross functionality across the organisation
  • Maintain administrative systems
  • Personal effectiveness
  • Alignment of personal and company values
  • Excellent Interpersonal and persuasive skills
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Ability to analyse data to formulate business plans
  • Strong organisational skills with a quality focus on;
  • Analysis
  • Planning
  • Time management
  • Implementation
  • Monitoring
  • Co-ordination of Activities
  • Leadership Abilities
  • Team effectiveness
  • Sound Business knowledge of Pharmaceutical industry
  • Proven competency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Electronic Media

Why AstraZeneca?

We are proud to have achieved Top Employer certification in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria, as well as our Best Place To Work certification in Cote d'Ivoire, Cameroon, and Senegal. It is the fourth year South Africa and Kenya have been awarded the Top Employer certification. Amongst the world's top 30 workplaces in 2023 This distinction is a confirmation of our commitment and ability to sustain people, partnerships, and employee engagement and foster an innovative workplace environment.

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’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare. Join the fastest-growing pharmaceutical in our markets, set up to fuel further growth. Be part of our shared ambition and pride: our strong heritage, our turnaround story, and early investment and commitment in International markets. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energized.

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!

Click the link to apply no later than 21 March 2024 and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?

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Close Date: 21/03/2024

Date Posted

14-Mar-2024

Closing Date

21-Mar-2024

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.

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