Field Medical Manager in Rare Diseases - Βased in Athens

Field Medical Manager in Rare Diseases
- Βased in Athens Are you passionate about patient outcomes? Do you want to be trusted and empowered to innovate? Then this is an ideal opportunity to build an outstanding long-term career, working alongside people with a passion for science that will make a critical difference to patients.

BUSINESS AREAIn Medical Affairs, we change the practice of medicine and improve the patient experience by generating and communicating compelling medical evidence. Come and be part of a talented, cross-functional team working together to improve lives and make the biggest possible impact for patients, science and society.

We currently have an opportunity for a Field Medical Manager in Rare Diseases to join us in our Medical Affairs team. The position will report to Medical Lead.

The Field Medical Manager interacts with both internal and external stakeholders and provides medical and clinical expertise in priority therapeutic areas and builds AZ scientific leadership. The role focuses on the development of professional relationships with External Experts (EEs), building deep scientific understanding of AstraZeneca compounds by engaging EEs in ESRs (External Scientific Research), scientific exchange meetings and advisory board meetings.  

In addition, the Field Medical Manager will input into Brand Strategy and take the lead in the design and implementation of medical activities aligned with Brand Strategy. Further internal accountabilities include the delivery of medical education and clinical support to medical professionals, training sales teams and involvement in development of brand strategy.

What you’ll do Facilitate the scientific exchange between AZ and the Scientific Expert community, with the opportunity to improve patient outcomes by providing needed information that addresses important clinical and scientific questions

Build, enhance and maintain the scientific engagement with External Experts (EEs)
Develop and implement the local medical plan to address unmet medical needs and ensure alignment with the brand plan Medical & Scientific Support for internal stakeholders

Provide medical input for Rare Diseases to meet unmet medical needs

Establish the governance and ensure overall adherence to processes and regulation [include but not limited to patient safety, clinical trials, promotional activities]Essential for the roleA Post Graduate degree in a health-related scientific field

Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in pharmaceutical industry in Medical Affairs role Cross functional collaboration mindset

Project management and multi-tasking

Strategic thinking

Effective communication and presentation skills Fluent in Greek and English Desirable for the role Having an M.D. or Ph.D. in Life Sciences will be preferable

Experience in similar position

Experience in Rare Diseases Experience in Endocrinology and/or Amyloidosis Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s 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. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t 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 it’s yours.

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