Director, Medical Affairs at AstraZeneca in Wilmington, Delaware

Job Description:

AstraZeneca is a science-led, global biopharmaceutical company, with a focused portfolio in core therapies. We are committed to improving the health and lives of people across the globe, through our broad research and development platform, and a growing late-stage pipeline. Working in over 100 countries, we have strength in emerging markets, and our medicines are used by millions of patients and clinicians worldwide.


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 turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We're focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change the course of medicine and bring big new ideas to life. As a Director Medical Affairs - Immunology, you'll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients' lives.


This DMA role will report directly to the US Immunology Medical Head. Primary responsibilities will include:

• Participating in the education of immunology medical science liaisons (MSLs)
  
  

• Coordinating immunology activities and external engagements at appropriate US congresses including the American College of Rheumatology
  
  

• Working with advocacy groups and guideline organizations
  
  

• Assist in the development and execution of US advisory boards
  
  

• Assist in the development and execution of training materials for field teams including MSL teams and clinical account directors
  
  

• Involved in the educational grant review and selection process
  
  

• Coordinating medical education at regional and national professional society meetings
  
  

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Masters degree in science-related field, such as Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Medicine, or equivalent
  
  

• >3 years managing programs in a team environment
  
  

• Strong knowledge of medical strategy, clinical development, and medical science liaison areas
  
  

• Ability to manage a diverse group of responsibilities
  
  

• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment
  
  

• Leadership abilities
  
  

• Expert technical depth in 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
  
  

Desirable Requirements:


• Doctorate in Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Medicine, or equivalent



• MBA


• lmmunology/rheumatology experience


• Minimum 2-5 years' experience in a strategy-setting role within Medical Affairs


• Working knowledge of FDA requirements


• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.)


• Knowledge of information/technology systems


Why AstraZeneca?


Join a highly valued, strategic team that is fundamental in realising the potential of our life-changing medicines. It's through our work that AstraZeneca is able to ensure the right access is provided to our transformative medicines. Working with new drugs, new digital approaches and ever-changing environments, it's crucial that we remain flexible and on top of the detail. Running, thinking and acting fast to make smart decisions and get the right medicines to patients at the right time. We're pioneering Market Access innovations: this is the place to unlock opportunities and feed our love for the challenge. United by an unrivalled passion for patients and science and always performing at the top of our game.


Ready to make a difference? Apply today!


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