Medical Director, Oncology & Clinical Research Egypt

Job Title: Medical Director Oncology & Clinical Research - Egypt

Introduction to role:
Are you ready to lead the charge in transforming medical affairs within AstraZeneca As the Medical Director for Oncology & Clinical Research in Egypt youll spearhead strategies that position AstraZeneca as a scientific leader ensuring rapid and high-quality market access. This role is all about building a customer-centric performance-driven medical function that aligns with our values and behaviors. Youll be at the forefront of evidence generation and dissemination strengthening governance and developing capabilities across the board.

Accountabilities:

• Define and lead themedical and clinical research strategyfor the Oncology portfolio aligning priorities with country objectives scientific leadership ambitions and business needs.
• Partner cross-functionally to shapetherapy area and brand strategies ensuring strong evidence generation and dissemination before and after launch in line with local regulations and global priorities.
• Provide strategic oversight of thelocal clinical research agenda including study feasibility planning recruitment timeline and budget management resource allocation vendor oversight quality standards and risk management.
• StrengthenMedical organizational effectivenessby building a high-performing customer-focused function supported by robust systems processes and governance.
• Reinforce AstraZenecas position as ascientific leader in Oncologythrough proactive medical contributions external scientific engagement and trusted partnerships with investigators study sites and healthcare stakeholders.
• Leadevidence generation activitiesacross priority therapy areas to address unmet medical needs and support brand strategy through clinical studies real-world evidence and other scientific initiatives.
• Provide expertmedical and scientific inputto support regulatory strategy research execution and timely high-quality market access for AstraZeneca products.
• Ensure high-qualityclinical trial deliverythrough strong oversight of study plans monitoring outputs site performance vendor deliverables issue resolution and escalation of key risks.
• Ensure full compliance withinternal policies SOPs Pharma Codes local laws and regulatory requirements including patient safety pharmacovigilance and clinical trial governance.
• Build and develop capabilities across the function fostering a culture ofaccountability collaboration performance and continuous developmentin line with AstraZeneca values.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Physician/Medical Doctor/bachelors degree from a Medical or Pharmaceutical School
• Extensive experience as Medical Director in Pharmaceutical Company
• Oncology Experience is a must
• Extensive experience in relationship and stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
• Excellent Leadership Capabilities to lead change and transformation in medical function with strategic thinking and leadership stance
• Extensive team management experience

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Diploma masters degree or PhD is a plus
• Clinical knowledge is a plus

AstraZeneca offers an environment where innovation thrives. Join our globally renowned Oncology area as we work towards ambitious goals with entrepreneurial thinking. We are committed to changing the practice of medicine by generating compelling medical evidence that improves patient experiences.

Our culture is one of openness and transparency empowering each team member to drive their career forward. Collaborate with talented colleagues across functions to make a significant impact on patients science and society.

Ready to make a difference Apply now to join our dynamic team!

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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.