Purpose of the Job

Field-based position responsible for implementation of activities for establishment of scientific leadership of AstraZeneca. This includes development and enhancement of professional relationships with healthcare professionals, building deep scientific understanding of AstraZeneca compounds. Driving positive opinions for the scientific and clinical value of AZ compounds for patients’ needs. Deliver medical education and clinical support to medical professionals, training sales teams and involvement in development of brand strategy. The position may also be involved in review of product materials and response to medical queries.

Job Responsibilities

[External Medical & Scientific engagement]

Build, enhance and maintain the engagement with Key External Experts (KEEs)

• 60% of time in field engaging healthcare provider (HCP)s and external stakeholders across territory and brands
• Proactively identify HCPs with high levels of scientific expertise in local treatment practice to collaborate on specific medico marketing activities
• Development and implementation of KEE engagement plan in collaboration with MSL manager/line manager and TA lead. Review this plan with the MSL manager/line manager every quarter, develop KEE visit plan - this includes precall visit/engagement plan with clear objective of the visit, key points discussion for the visit, data to be shared and discussed with the KEE.
• Develop own scientific knowledge for discussion on all aspects of the data to be shared with KEE in a scientific, objective and balanced way through 1:1 discussion. Prepare for such interactions with peer group discussions. Respond to unsolicited requests for information about unapproved AZ products or unapproved uses of approved products, presenting such information in an objective, scientifically balanced, substantiated manner.  Develop database of KEE and provide recommendations for advisory board participation
• Proactively provide scientific updates and information to KEEs and identify the relevance of the data to the scientific community
   
• Build and maintain trust-based relationships with external stakeholders
• Build AZ relationship with key external stakeholders (e.g. patient advocacy groups, key medical organizations, hospital pharmacy). Find opportunities to collaborate with such external stakeholders. Provide scientific support in CME events and through appropriate medical sponsorships/ partnership.
• Act as scientific expert in the disease area(s) by presenting therapeutic updates to external stakeholders

Develop or initiate scientific programs to explore unmet medical needs in priority disease area(s)

ŸWork with HCPs in scientific activities that help advance disease understanding such as:

• Identify and recommend KEEs for Advisory
• Identify potential speakers and train speakers as appropriate.
• Interact in the field with the medical community in the context of various medical projects, such as clinical trials, ESRs, scientific exchange meetings
• Discuss potential involvement in LCM such as ESR and RWEs
• Respond to unsolicited off label questions from KEEs
• Able to conduct basic discussions on clinical trials in terms of study design and feasibility

[Medical & Scientific Support for internal stakeholders]

Act as scientific expert in priority disease area(s) for internal stakeholders

• Continuously acquire and update necessary scientific knowledge on therapeutic area and relevant compounds. 

• Provide the AZ internal stakeholders with an understanding of the local medical community, clinical practice, trends and real or perceived gaps in current scientific knowledge and medical treatment, competitor information

• Provide regular update on partnerships with HCPs, as speakers, or in the context of medical projects

• Initiate and conduct appropriate AZ staff training & development on information regarding current and emerging clinical data and emerging trends in clinical medicine and practice within TA

• Provide input for the development of company’s Medical and Brand plans

• To work with internal cross functional team on formulary listing.

• Provide scientific support at AZ sponsored educational events

[Personal Development]

Continuously demonstrate development of scientific expertise in disease area(s) of company focus

• Attend relevant scientific congresses and HCP meetings to gather new knowledge on AZ compounds, competitor information and therapeutic area
• Positive engagement and response to coaching and feedback received from MSL manager and TA lead.
• In daily work takes time to reflect on customer interactions and works on areas agreed with MSL manager as priorities for development. Develop functional capability in the role

• Proactively demonstrate the AZ Values 
• Identify areas for self-development and discuss developmental needs with line manager using the 70-20-10 principle (experiential learning, coaching/networking/relationship-based learning and class room training)
• Active participation in AZ training, projects, and meetings depending on development needs

[Compliance]

Compliance with relevant company and industry code of Conduct and to comply with local country codes

• Keep regular update and operate within the relevant Codes of Conduct, Ethical Interactions (EI), including GPEI and SOPs
• Be sure to understand AZ policies when engage to KEEs and external stakeholders

Typical Accountabilities

Conduct activities and interactions consistent with Company values and in compliance with the Code of Conduct and supporting Policies and Standards relevant to your role. Complete all required training on the AZ Code of Conduct and supporting Policies and Standards on time. Report potential issues of non-compliance.

Functional Capabilities

• Scientific knowledge
• Communication skills
• Planning & Organization
• Strategic Partnering

Essential Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree or working towards a professional qualification (Science related)
• Thorough knowledge or experience of the pharmaceutical industry and the area of field medical liaisons
• Ability to interact and manage a range of stakeholders both internally and externally
• Knowledge of legislation relevant to pharmaceutical sales and marketing

Desired skills or requirements

• Advanced scientific degree
• Understanding of multiple aspects within Medical Affairs
• Oncology MSL experience more than 1 years or MSL experience more than 2 years is preferred
• Fluent in English communication

Date Posted

02-9월-2021

Closing Date

10-9월-2021

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.