Medical Scientific Advisor – Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM) - Denmark – Nordic Marketing Company

Do you see yourself as Medical Scientific Advisor and want to apply your ambition in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

Our AstraZeneca Nordic Marketing Company employs around 550 people and has offices located in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Oslo, and Espoo. AstraZeneca Nordic is a recognized leader in its core therapy areas and aims to improve the lives of millions of people. This is an area where you are free to be more – you are encouraged to challenge traditional ways and test your curiosity. We drive innovative science, deliver key launches, build close collaboration and partnerships within health care.

Introduction to role

We are seeking a Medical Scientific Advisor (MSA) to join our Medical Affairs team working within Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM) in Denmark. This field-based position offers the opportunity to lead medical strategy for pre-launch and launch activities, collaborate with external partners, and drive scientific leadership within CVRM. The MSA will report to the Therapeutic Area Lead (TAL) Denmark and work closely with cross-functional teams within AstraZeneca to shape pivotal initiatives that improve patient outcomes.

Accountabilities

Medical and Scientific Engagement

• Develop and maintain relationships with Key External Experts (KEEs), healthcare professionals (HCPs), and medical organizations to enhance scientific exchange and insights.

• Implement plans aligned with the medical strategy and lead scientific discussions in   advisory boards, meetings, and educational programs.

• Respond to unsolicited medical information requests about AZ assets.

Pre-Launch and Launch Support

• Lead scientific efforts to prepare for new product introductions by identifying unmet medical needs and contributing to product strategies.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure launch strategies are informed by scientific data and external partner insights.

• Implement medical activity plans, ensure alignment with healthcare practices, and support treatments to reach eligible patients after approval.

Therapeutic Area Leadership & Transforming Care

• Serve as the subject matter expert in one or more areas within CVRM, identifying clinical trends, evidence gaps, and unmet needs in the disease area.

• Lead initiatives to transform care for patients by demonstrating insights into clinical practices and treatment pathways.

• Co-lead programs that aim to deliver value to patients, healthcare systems, and AstraZeneca by integrating innovative strategies into clinical practice.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with the rest of the Medical Affairs team, Clinical Operations (SM&M), Clinical Development, Market Access, Commercial and Regulatory Affairs to provide scientific input into product development, regulatory strategies, and market access plans.

• Provide feedback on clinical trial design, feasibility, and site engagement to optimize recruitment and retention in CVRM trials.

Externally Sponsored Research (ESR) & Innovation

• Support ESR and Open Innovation programs by identifying collaborative opportunities to generate real-world evidence and clinical insights that advance the scientific understanding of CVRM diseases.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific data clearly and effectively to both internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong collaboration and cross-functional teamwork abilities.

• Proactive attitude with the ability to implement tasks independently while contributing effectively as a great teammate.

• Knowledge of regulatory and medical affairs processes, including the drug development lifecycle.

Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced degree (MSc, MD, PhD) in a relevant scientific or medical field. Experience working with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is highly desirable.

• Proven experience in medical affairs or clinical research/development, with a focus on CVRM diseases (CKD experience preferred).

• Experience in leading scientific communications, developing relationships with external experts, and driving pre-launch and launch activities.

• Proven track-record in project management.

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.

Join an influential team united by putting patients first. Join a research and science-led enterprise where access is increasingly important. There are constant new innovative medicines, but without access it's meaningless to our patients. United by a common theme, we put the patient first. Because by improving access, we improve lives.

Where can I find out more?

Please get in touch with hiring manager, Nanna Hovelsø, Therapeutic Area Lead CVRM (nanna.hovelsoe@astrazeneca.com)

Between February 24 – March 9, please contact to Medical Head, Mikkel Overgaard (mikkel.overgaard@astrazeneca.com) 

I&D

We are proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration! Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.

Why AstraZeneca?

When we at AstraZeneca see the chance to change, we take this opportunity - for every opportunity, no matter how small, can be the beginning of something big. Delivering medicine that changes people's lives is about having an entrepreneurial spirit - finding moments and understanding its potential.

So, what is next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Great, because we cannot wait to hear from you. Welcome with your application, in English, latest by the 9th March 2025.

Where can I find out more?

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