Global Medical Director, Cardiology

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 under-served. 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

Day-to-day 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 execution of the strategy by providing strong scientific and medical expertise with an in-depth understanding of the disease area and unmet medical needs, consistent with the GMA’s mission to improve patient outcomes and advance the evidence-based medical standard of care. This role will require matrix leadership and broad internal cross-functional 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 sub-teams as the Medical Affairs medical guide for the cross-functional 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 cross-functional 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 evidence-generation 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 execution 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
• Problem-solving and organizational skills
• Experience/ability to work in a matrix cross-functional 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, on-target, and within-budget 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 office-based role, employees must be able, with or without accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem-solving and non-linear 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 life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace, and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're 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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