International Medical Director Breast Cancer

Are you ready to make a profound difference in patients' lives? As the International Medical Director for Breast Cancer, you will be at the forefront of supporting the launches of various new drugs and indications. This role is not just about driving the delivery of medical objectives and building medical capabilities within our teams, but also about improving Breast Cancer care across the region. Based in our Singapore office, or potentially other International offices, you will have the opportunity to develop fast with new product launches and bring our rich pipeline to life.

Accountabilities:
In this role, you will design the International medical strategy for selected brands in breast cancer, co-create the regional brand strategy with the commercial lead, and work cross-functionally to provide medical input and expertise. You will also support and influence key area/country medical teams, ensuring they are equipped to deliver high-quality medical affairs communication and activities. Furthermore, you will develop and maintain relationships with key external experts and partners with the common objective to improve health outcomes in the region.

Essential Skills/Experience:
• Advanced degree preferably, a PhD in a scientific field or MD
• Proven demonstrated ability in medical affairs including country and preferably above country leadership experience of strategic medical planning, launch planning and execution
• Solid experience in team management and project management
• Therapy area knowledge/experience in solid tumour oncology (lung cancer preferred)
• Extensive experience in collaboration with external parties and leading cross-functional and cross-cultural teams
• Solid business understanding
• Knowledge of the regulatory and compliance framework in which we operate

While there are no specific desirable skills or experiences, a desire to learn and adapt is always appreciated.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we ignite 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.

At AstraZeneca, we fuse the worlds of Medical and Commercial to spot opportunities and pioneer approaches that better serve our patients. We are leaders of both science and people, harnessing our innovations and teams to drive patient-centricity. We're instrumental in launching a huge variety of ground breaking scientific products in different areas to make a meaningful difference to patients. Driven by AstraZeneca's dedication to science, we follow the evidence to find innovative solutions that serve our patients and the business.

Are you ready to step up and apply your innovative thinking to make an impact? Join us at AstraZeneca, where we are encouraged by being part of the global network. Connected with the global Medical team we are constantly learning from working with new and innovative drugs, and global world-class people.

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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.