At Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease, we mean more. More because of our passion for addressing the unmet needs of patients with rare diseases. Our commitment to science leads us to push the boundaries of what is possible, turning uncharted challenges into life-transforming opportunities. This dedication brings us closer to every patient, every colleague, and a future filled with hope and innovation. 

Accountabilities 

Reporting directly to the Senior Director, the Global Medical Director will reinforce strategic planning and leadership for hematology, nephrology, and transplant indications, leveraging our expanding pipeline. The role supports our mission by integrating scientific and medical insights with a profound understanding of the global landscape. You will drive the Alexion Global Medical Affairs mission to optimize patient outcomes by setting and advancing the evidence-based standard of care. 

Your Responsibilities 

Strategic Leadership: Represent the Global Medical Affairs team at Global Program Teams (GPTs), guiding cross-functional groups with medical expertise. 

Plan Development: Collaborate on developing global and regional strategic and tactical medical plans that align with brand objectives, including budget planning. 

Medical Excellence: Provide medical leadership and strategic direction for the global medical therapeutic area activities, pre-launch and post-launch, ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration. 

Clinical Development: Lead the design and execution of late-stage Phase 3b/4 clinical studies, registries, and outcomes research for pipeline and in-line programs. 

Partnership and Communication: Foster strategic relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), medical societies, and academic centers to align global KOL engagement strategies and medical advisory boards. 

Evidence Generation: Oversee real-world evidence (RWE) generation strategies in alignment with therapeutic area initiatives. 

Medical Review: Provide oversight and guidance for medical reviews related to clinical study proposals, field medical materials, and regulatory documents. 

Essential Skills/Experience 

Advanced scientific degree (MD, PhD, PharmD). 

3+ years in a Medical Affairs function, preferably with experience in hematology, nephrology, or transplant. 

Demonstrated ability to strategically drive cross-functional initiatives and build effective partnerships. 

Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. 

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. 

Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely, on-target delivery. 

Ethical mindset with a commitment to impactful work. 

Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment. 

Willingness to travel up to 25%. 

This role fosters an environment of collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous learning, reflecting our innovative spirit and dedication to advancing healthcare. While we expect employees to work from the office at least 60% of the time, we value and incorporate flexibility to support a balanced work culture. 

Join us in our journey to push the boundaries of science and change the trajectory of rare diseases. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now! 

 

 

Date Posted

09-Feb-2025

Closing Date

06-Mar-2025Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact accommodations@Alexion.com. Alexion participates in E-Verify.