Do you have expertise in, and passion for science working in Oncology creating value for our customers and patients? If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!
ABOUT ASTRAZENECA
AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven Biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. Our strategic priorities reflect how we are working to deliver our strategy and achieve our Purpose. As a workforce, we are the catalyst for our values: we are entrepreneurial; we do the right thing; we play to win; we put patients first and we follow the science. As a company we appreciate and take great pride in each team member where every person is brought together through shared values, that underpins a shared purpose. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energised.
At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. Join the fastest-growing pharmaceutical in our markets, set up to fuel further growth. Be part of our shared ambition and pride: our strong heritage, our turnaround story, and early investment and commitment in international markets. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energized.
About the Medical Affairs team
You will be joining a high-performing medical team recognized for combining deep medical expertise with strategic insight in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Our team thrives on problem-solving and embraces an agile, enterprise mindset, always ready to take initiative and adapt to new challenges. We proactively take accountability, continuously push beyond our comfort zones, and are committed to delivering exceptional results for patients and the organization.
What you will do
Act as a catalyst for change by leveraging a deep understanding of the healthcare system—including its environment, priorities, clinical pathways, and patient journeys—to gather actionable insights and execute medical strategic plans. Your work will drive scalable and sustainable clinical practice transformations, improve patient access to equitable, high-quality care, and facilitate the adoption of innovative medicines.
You will build and strengthen professional relationships with healthcare professionals and key stakeholders in alignment with the Integrated Engagement Plan. By providing credible, up-to-date scientific, technical, and pharmaco-economic information, you will support informed decisions through one-on-one discussions, medically led meetings, and expert activities that inspire confidence. Additionally, you may participate in or lead evidence generation initiatives, contributing to the successful implementation of the broader medical strategy.
Job Description
As a field-based scientific expert in oncology, you will drive the execution of Medical Affairs Plans for both pre-launch and newly launched AstraZeneca products and indications. You will shape clinical practice through scientific engagement, partnerships, and collaboration—not only with traditional experts like specialist KEEs/KOLs, expert, and primary care physicians, but also with non-traditional stakeholders such as policy makers, patient advocacy groups, government representatives, and innovative solution providers. Working closely with internal teams, you will champion improved patient outcomes and the safe, effective use of AstraZeneca medicines by building bridges across the healthcare ecosystem.
You will develop and enhance professional partnerships with healthcare professionals and key external stakeholders in alignment with the Integrated Engagement Plan. By providing scientific, technical, and pharmaco-economic information through one-on-one dialogues, medical meetings, and confidence-building activities, you will position yourself as a trusted source of expertise. You will also contribute to—or lead—evidence generation activities that support and implement the broader medical strategy.
Typical Accountabilities
Scientific Expertise:
Maintain clinical/scientific expertise in disease state management, AstraZeneca products, emerging therapies, and the competitive landscape.
Contribute to the development and provide project leadership/ management of the therapeutic area Field Medical Strategic Plan (FMSP).
Act as a subject matter expert/resource for internal and external stakeholders.
Work with internal stakeholders in the development and delivery of appropriate training and mentoring needs within therapeutic area.
Scientific Exchange:
Engage 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.
Respond to unsolicited customer inquiries and provide focused and balanced clinical / scientific information that supports the safe and appropriate use of AstraZeneca’s products and services.
Provide scientific/clinical support and deliver presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
Identify 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.
Organize and facilitate scientific events such as MSL 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.
Deliver informative lectures at scientific events tailored to healthcare professionals, aligning with the field medical communication strategy.
Collaborate with KEEs on study proposals (ESR or Local Study) and/or publications of interest to AstraZeneca.
Customer Insights and Strategic Relationships:
Effectively identify, gather, analyse, synthesise, report and forward relevant new knowledge about the external scientific/medical environments to internal stakeholders
Provide internal stakeholders with actionable items related to medical / product strategy or clinical development based on customer perspectives.
Partner with traditional and non-traditional stakeholders to identify gaps in the patient experience journey as insights to be included in the medical / product strategies.
If this sounds appealing, please read on to understand the experience and skills we’re looking for…
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Must be a Qualified Medical Doctor or completed / MSc/PhD in a scientific discipline .
Must have minimum 3- 5 years in a medical affairs role.
Proven Medical/Scientific knowledge and experience in the responsible disease area.
Interest in a long-term career in the pharmaceutical industry.
MSc/PhD in a scientific discipline would be advantageous.
Understanding of multiple aspects within Medical Affairs.
Project management experience.
Excellent presentation and communication skills.
Ability to travel.
Fluency in English is required.
Why AstraZeneca?
AstraZeneca recognized as Top Employer | South Africa, Kenya & Nigeria 2025. Best Place to Work in Ivory Coast, Senegal, Cameroon, Ghana & Ethiopia 2024 – 2025.
Furthermore, we are proud to have achieved the impressive feat of ranking second place in the Best Places to Work for the second consecutive year running in Africa. This distinction is a confirmation of our commitment and ability to sustain people, partnerships, and employee engagement and foster an innovative workplace environment.
At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare. Join the fastest-growing pharmaceutical in our markets, set up to fuel further growth. Be part of our shared ambition and pride: our strong heritage, our turnaround story, and early investment and commitment in International markets. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energized.
SO, WHAT’S NEXT?
Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!
Click the link to apply no later than 31 July 2025 and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.
WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?
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Close Date: 31/07/2025
