Medical Affairs Manager Oncology - Gastrointestinal (GI) cancer

Location: Groot-Bijgaarden, Brussels, Belgium

Introduction to role:

Join us in our mission to redefine cancer treatment and improve the patient experience. As a Medical Affairs Manager, you will demonstrate scientific value by partnering with internal and external stakeholders, understanding and anticipating their needs, and translating them proactively into actions. You will support the planning and delivery of all medical affairs initiatives in specific brands to support the local objectives. This role is a part of our Oncology Business Unit, where we encourage brave communication and active listening.

Accountabilities:

In this role, you will be responsible for integrated medical affairs plan and associated budget, launch and prelaunch activities, life cycle management of new & growth products, and ensuring scientific and medical accuracy of outgoing materials, research papers, and other reports. You will also develop professional relationships with HCPs/KEEs, professional societies, and patient organisations. Your role will involve coordinating and conducting medical education, scientific exchange, and advisory board meetings.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Professional experience of working in the pharmaceutical industry, preferentially as MSL, MAM, Medical Advisor or within Medical Affairs
• Experience in oncology will be a plus
• University degree in a scientific field, such as MD or PhD
• Knowledge of the Pharma and Belgian healthcare environment
• Communicative competence and presentation skills
• Proficiency in English - a must
• Proficiency in Dutch or French - a must
• Experience in collaborating closely with healthcare professionals

We offer:

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash ambitious thinking with the power to encourage 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.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca, we change the practice of medicine and improve the patient experience by generating and communicating compelling medical evidence. We translate the wealth of medical and scientific expertise to ensure the data we produce helps physicians to better treat patients at every point in the journey. We are recognised as the strategic partner for Research & Development and Commercial. This means we have a deep and broad understanding of both functions, which enables us to optimally translate scientific evidence into clinical practice for patients.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our team!

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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.