Senior Principal Medical Advisor, CVRM

Do you have expertise in and passion for providing medical and scientific supportWould you like to apply your expertise to impact the lives of patients in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global science-led patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the worlds most serious diseases. But were more than one of the worlds leading pharmaceutical companies. We are on a journey to bring life-saving medicines to patients. Our role in contributing to decreasing mortality rates globally is clear shaping the future by spotting a scientifically-led commercial opportunity and acting now to operationalise and scale it.

BUSINESS AREA Hong Kong

Welcome to Hong Kong one of over 400 sites here at AstraZeneca providing a collaborative environment where everyone feels comfortable and able to be themselves is at the core of AstraZenecas priorities its important to us that you bring your full self to work every day. To help you maintain your best self heres a sneak peek into some of the things this site provides for you

• Flexible Medical Benefit for you to better take care of well-being of yourself and your family

• Bright and vibrant work environment

• Top up employer MPF contribution

Were bringing transformative drugs to those that need them the most by combining continuous new launches with unique solutions across the whole patient journey. Its how we are able to truly make a difference to the quality of lives and answer huge unmet patient needs.

In our ever-evolving and complex markets it takes entrepreneurial thinking to stay at the forefront. Fusing our diverse minds with local ownership were powered with everything we need to shape a new future for AstraZeneca our markets and our patients.

United by our local sense of belonging theres never been a better time to a join a progressing team. Countless opportunities to learn from the best global talent this is a place for those who want to be challenged and empowered to do the things they never thought possible.

What youll do

This role serves as the internal scientific expert for the Cardiovascular Renal and Metabolism (CVRM) portfolio in Hong Kong and Macau reporting to the Medical Affairs Director Biopharmaceuticals. You will lead CVRM prelaunch and launch medical strategy ensuring the ethical and scientifically rigorous use of our medicines driving evidence generation and scientific exchange and securing full adherence to local compliance standards while bridging clinical research and business strategy. You will be accountable for the medical and scientific activities supporting the CVRM portfolio including:

• Develop execute and adapt the local Medical Affairs plan for the assigned CVRM portfolio ensuring strategic alignment with regional and global business and clinical objectives.

• Monitor and critically analyse emerging scientific data market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and risks for the CVRM portfolio.

• Lead prelaunch and launch medical plans for key CVRM assets aligned with brand and global medical strategy.

• Provide timely scientifically accurate and high-quality medical input into cross-functional teams (e.g. Marketing Sales Regulatory Affairs Market Access).

• Identify map and cultivate compliant scientific relationships with local KEEs investigators government agencies and medical societies.

• Serve as the primary scientific contact to provide balanced evidencebased information and to gather clinical insights that inform company strategy and advance CVRM care.

• Develop review and approve promotional and nonpromotional materials for scientific accuracy and compliance with local regulations in Hong Kong and Macau and internal SOPs.

• Manage the local publication plan and drive dissemination of clinical data through congresses and peerreviewed channels.

• Respond to unsolicited medical information requests from HCPs in a timely and compliant manner.

• Deliver ongoing medical and scientific training for internal teams on the CVRM therapeutic area product data and compliance guidelines.

• Support local clinical trial activities including Phase IV studies PMS NIS and review of InvestigatorInitiated Study proposals.

• Collaborate with R&D and Regulatory teams on site selection and on the interpretation and reporting of study results.

Essential for the role

• University degree in medical science pharmacy life sciences or related discipline

• High ethical standards and integrity

• Minimum 4 years Medical Affairs experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry

• Proven experience leading prelaunch and launch medical strategies

• Track record in developing and implementing local medical strategies and engaging KEEs

• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical regulatory environment and compliance requirements in Hong Kong and Macau including the HKAPI Code of Practices and UMAO

• Excellent written and spoken Cantonese and English

• Excellent communication organizational and analytical skills

Desirable for the role

• Advanced clinical or scientific degree (M.D. Pharm.D. Ph.D. in Life Sciences or equivalent)

• Deep therapeutic area expertise in Cardiology Endocrinology or Weight Management

• Conversational Mandarin

• Experience in the use of digital or AI tools for medical affairs activities

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca were dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. Theres 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. Were on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So whats next

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team Good because we cant wait to hear from you.

• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope its yours.

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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.