Medical HealthCare Partner Oncology – Gynecological Cancer

Job Title: Medical HealthCare Partner Oncology – Gynecological Cancer

At AstraZeneca, we are united by a single purpose—to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. We are a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business committed to making a relevant difference to patient health. Our culture is defined by an entrepreneurial spirit that dares to do things differently, while always prioritizing the wellbeing of patients, employees, and society.

Introduction to role

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of healthcare? At AstraZeneca, we believe that every opportunity, no matter how small, can lead to significant change. As a Medical HealthCare Partner specializing in gynecological cancer, you'll be at the forefront of scientific innovation, engaging in high-level exchanges and establishing relationships with external experts. Your role will be pivotal in uncovering unmet medical needs and implementing innovative solutions that impact patients' lives. Join us in redefining what a bio-pharmaceutical company can achieve!

Accountabilities

• Comprehensive understanding of the HealthCare System Pathways regarding gynecological cancer setting.

• Active mapping of initiatives and insights from the Healthcare System that can supply to the improvement of patient pathway.

• Proactively drive and/or support balanced system transformation for patient management.

• Work in a cross-functional team as a medical-scientific expert in the gynecological cancer therapeutic area.

• Help develop the medical strategy and its implementation within the framework of the integrated plan, based amongst others upon the external medical environment insights.

• Prepare, manage, implement, and follow a tailored field medical and communication plan aligned with gynecological cancer therapeutic area.

• Build and maintain peer level relationship with key external experts to support understanding of the Portuguese healthcare ecosystem & clinical dynamics and to engage with the medical/scientific community in a highly credible, balanced, and objective manner, representing AstraZeneca’s dedication to and excellence in science.

• Support local, regional, and global AstraZeneca clinical research program and externally sponsored research projects.

• Cultivate opportunities to build real-world evidence data generation projects in collaboration with the medical and X-FT team.

• Partnering with other internal stakeholders providing medical-scientific contribution on account working.

• Help set up and provide medical-scientific training and further education in your therapeutic area for the sales force and other AZ personnel.

• Organization and execution of field medical and communication plan.

• Support of the Medical Governance Team (Medical Information / Patient Safety) in handling of external medical and scientific requests.

​Essential Skills/Experience

• University degree or equivalent experience in a health-related scientific field.

• Good understanding of oncology.

• Professional experience of working in the pharmaceutical industry.

• Gynecological cancer therapeutic area experience within clinical research will also be considered.

• High-level of scientific knowledge and ability to analyze and process clinical and scientific data.

• Experience in collaborating closely with healthcare professionals.

• Quick self-learner, ability and willingness to work in a team and independently.

• Communicative competence and presentation skills.

• Written and verbal communication skills, including communicating sophisticated technical, scientific, or medical information to broad audience types.

• Very good knowledge of spoken and written Portuguese.

• Very good command of written and spoken English.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Experience gynecological cancer setting

• Experience in a field medical role or within Medical Affairs.

• Project management skills.

• Knowledge of the legal and ethical framework and the procedural guidelines that apply to the promotion and approval of medicinal products in Portugal.

AstraZeneca offers an environment where you can be at the forefront of healthcare innovation. We demonstrate our outstanding position as medical leaders to shape the future of healthcare practices. With opportunities for growth and development, we focus on delivering science that makes a real difference to patients' lives. Our collaborative approach ensures that we are well-connected across various functions, driving performance efficiently while encouraging innovation.

Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Apply now to join our dynamic team at AstraZeneca!

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