{"id":22239,"date":"2025-10-23T12:03:32","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T12:03:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/medical-lead-oncology-haematology\/"},"modified":"2026-02-04T15:09:24","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T15:09:24","slug":"medical-lead-oncology-haematology","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=22239","title":{"rendered":"Medical Lead (Oncology &amp; Haematology)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Job Description\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tField based scientific experts in oncology that is responsible in the execution of the Medical Affairs Plan(s) for pre-launch and\/or newly launched products\/indications. Shapes clinical practice through scientific engagements, partnerships and collaborations with traditional (e.g Specialist KEEs\/KOLs, Experts &amp; Primary Care Physicians), and where appropriate non-traditional (e.g. policy and decision makers, PAGs, government, innovative solution providers) experts, as well as, with internal stakeholders to drive enhanced patient outcomes and the safe and effective use of AstraZeneca medicines.<\/p>\n<p>Typical Accountabilities<\/p>\n<p>Scientific Expertise:<\/p>\n<p>\tMaintain clinical\/scientific expertise in disease state management, AstraZeneca products, emerging therapies, and the competitive landscape.<br \/>\n\tContribute to the development and provide project leadership\/ management of the therapeutic area Field Medical Strategic Plan (FMSP).<br \/>\n\tAct as a subject matter expert\/resource for internal and external stakeholders.<br \/>\n\tWork with internal stakeholders in the development and delivery of appropriate training and mentoring needs within therapeutic area.<\/p>\n<p>Scientific Exchange:<\/p>\n<p>\tEngage in peer-to-peer level dialogue with key customers and deliver appropriate clinical\/scientific content through utilising the correct channel mix, which will differentiate AstraZeneca products from those of other companies.<br \/>\n\tRespond to unsolicited customer inquiries and provide focused and balanced clinical \/ scientific information that supports the safe and appropriate use of AstraZeneca\u2019s products and services.<br \/>\n\tProvide scientific\/clinical support and deliver presentations to internal and external stakeholders.<br \/>\n\tIdentify and establish relationships with key customers and other scientific thought leaders for engaging them in ongoing scientific dialogue on AstraZeneca products and unsolicited discussions about compounds in development.<br \/>\n\tOrganize and facilitate scientific events such as Medical events, Symposiums, Scientific Exchanges, Advisory Boards\/Expert Panels, non-promotional standalone events, Meet the Professor sessions, etc., with KEEs and HCPs. Prioritize these events based on their relevance in the patient journey for the related disease.<br \/>\n\tDeliver informative lectures at scientific events tailored to healthcare professionals, aligning with the field medical communication strategy.<br \/>\n\tCollaborate with KEEs on study proposals (ESR or Local Study) and\/or publications of interest to AstraZeneca.<\/p>\n<p>Customer Insight:<\/p>\n<p>\tEffectively identify, gather, analyse, synthesise, report and forward relevant new knowledge about the external scientific\/medical environments to internal stakeholders<br \/>\n\tProvide internal stakeholders with actionable items related to medical \/ product strategy or clinical development based on customer perspectives.<br \/>\n\tPartner with traditional and non-traditional stakeholders to identify gaps in the patient experience journey as insights to be included in the medical \/ product strategies.<\/p>\n<p>Strategic Relationship:<\/p>\n<p>\tDevelop peer-level relationships with medical and scientific experts, including Healthcare Professionals and collaborate with other internal teams for other key external stakeholders (e.g. policy and decision makers, PAGs, government, innovative solution providers) consistent with Medical objectives.<br \/>\n\tIdentify pre-clinical, clinical, and post-marketing study investigators in alignment with Medical Plans.<br \/>\n\tSupport data generation activities including participating in reviews of Investigator sponsored studies.<br \/>\n\tLooks to broaden the My MA contact list where appropriate to include non-traditional KEEs from government, payer groups, researchers and clinical advisors who may support practice change initiatives.<br \/>\n\tEstablish win-win partnerships with traditional and non-traditional stakeholders to deliver on strategic, scalable and sustainable solutions addressing patient healthcare access gaps within the ecosystem.<\/p>\n<p>If this sounds appealing, please read on to understand the experience and skills we\u2019re looking for\u2026<\/p>\n<p>ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED<\/p>\n<p>\tMust be a Qualified Medical Doctor or completed \/ MSc\/PhD in a scientific discipline\u00a0<br \/>\n\tMust have minimum 3- 5 years in a medical affairs role<br \/>\n\tProven Medical\/Scientific knowledge and experience in the responsible disease area<br \/>\n\tInterest in a long-term career in the pharmaceutical industry<br \/>\n\tMSc\/PhD \u00a0in a scientific discipline would be advantageous<br \/>\n\tUnderstanding of multiple aspects within Medical Affairs<br \/>\n\tProject management experience<br \/>\n\tExcellent presentation and communication skills<br \/>\n\tAbility to travel<br \/>\n\tFluency in English is required<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( https:\/\/www.astrazeneca.com ) or<\/p>\n<p>careers.astrazeneca.com<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/careers.astrazeneca.com","_company_name":"AstraZeneca","_company_website":"https:\/\/www.astrazeneca.com","_company_tagline":"AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that spans the discovery, development, manufacturing, distribution and worldwide commercialisation of primary care and speciality care medicines. We believe the best way we can help patients is to focus on breakthrough science in order t... read moreo uncover disease mechanisms and develop novel, targeted therapies that interact with them. This is at the heart of our purpose as a company: to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. We invest in distinctive science in three main therapy areas where we believe we can make the most meaningful difference to patients: oncology; cardiovascular and metabolic diseases; and respiratory, inflammation and autoimmunity. Our science exploits our rare combination of capabilities in small molecules and biologics, immunotherapies, protein engineering technologies and devices. These are reinforced by a strong focus on translational science and personalised healthcare capabilities. We build on our own capabilities by collaborating with world-renowned scientists and academic institutions and partnering with like-minded science-led companies. Through leading in science, we are confident that we can transform the lives of people around the world and deliver value to our shareholders. 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