Global Medical Director Cardiology
Global Medical Director Cardiology
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Job Description
Introduction to role
At Alexion it means more. More because of our deeper connection to patients. More because of the way we work tackling complex healthcare systems with an entrepreneurial spirit grit and determination to reach the most underserved. More because of the impact we can make with a highly unique pipeline and exceptional expertise. But most of all more because of our patients their journey and their hope. That is what brings us closer to every individual closer to our work and closer together as a team.
Accountabilities
Daytoday reporting to the Senior Director the Global Medical Director will provide support for strategic planning and leadership for Amyloidosis indications and the expanding pipeline portfolio. The Global Medical Director will contribute to the of the strategy by providing strong scientific and medical expertise with an indepth understanding of the disease area and unmet medical needs consistent with the GMAs mission to improve patient outcomes and advance the evidencebased medical standard of care. This role will require matrix leadership and broad internal crossfunctional collaboration with global functions (Commercial Clinical Development Regulatory Affairs etc) as well as the US International Region and Japan.
You will be responsible for:
- Representing GMA at the relevant Global Program Teams (GPTs) and subteams as the Medical Affairs medical guide for the crossfunctional group
- As part of the Global Medical Affairs Team provide expertise for the development of a global strategic and global/regional tactical medical plans to deliver in alignment with the brands strategic objectives in crossfunctional teamwork including budget planning
- Providing strategic mentorship to scientific communication external medical education internal medical training Medical Information and other functions
- Developing and implementing major registration LCM programs and evidencegeneration activities
- Lead phase 3b/4 clinical studies
- Providing medical review of externally sponsored research and internal proposals including the review of the Final Report
- Serving as the medical guide and resource in support of the therapeutic area including content development and medical input into regulatory and safety documents
- Establishing strategic partnerships with centers of excellence and KOLs in areas of scientific interest and serving as a conduit for the flow of information both out to the medical community and into the company including the development and of Global KOL medical engagement strategy as well as designing and leading global medical advisory boards
Essential Skills/Experience
- Advanced scientific degree (MD PhD PharmD)
- Experience in Medical Affairs function 3 years)
- Consistent record of generating analyzing and interpreting clinical trials and published data
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Problemsolving and organizational skills
- Experience/ability to work in a matrix crossfunctional environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a consistent record and ability to drive results as an effective team member and project leader
- Ability to build partnerships between HQ International Region and Japan and affiliates
- Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing conditions
- Ability to lead multiple projects and products simultaneously to ensure timely ontarget and withinbudget accomplishment of tasks
- Strong sense of ethics and responsibility
- Ability to travel up to 25
- The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment with flexible arrangements. As is typical of an officebased role employees must be able with or without accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone video and electronic messaging; engage in problemsolving and nonlinear thought analysis and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours
Desirable Skills/Experience
- MD preferred with experience in hematology or cardiology
When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire lifechanging medicines. Inperson working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
Explore rare opportunities at AstraZeneca where rare disease biopharma is at the forefront of biomedical science. We push the boundaries of science translating complex biology into transformative medicines. With resources and global reach we shape the future of rare disease into new areas of great unmet need to help people fully live their best lives.
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Date Posted
06Feb2025Closing Date
Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment training compensation promotion and other terms and conditions of employment based on race color religion creed or lack thereof sex sexual orientation age ancestry national origin ethnicity citizenship status marital status pregnancy (including childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) parental status (including adoption or surrogacy) military status protected veteran status disability medical condition gender identity or expression genetic information mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation please contact Alexion participates in EVerify.Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
