AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven BioPharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation 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 fuse the worlds of Medical and Commercial to spot opportunities and pioneer approaches that better serve our patients. Bridging Commercial and Scientific goals, we apply our people and leadership skills to launch cutting-edge products into our growing healthcare ecosystem.

It takes a holistic mindset to treat each unique patient and tailor the whole experience – from early diagnosis to treatment. With a strong foundation of science and ethics, we run fast but never compromise on doing the right thing. Working at pace in our ever-changing, ambiguous markets takes creativity and imagination.

Key Responsibilities

Understand, identify, develop and engage with stakeholders within Oncology Diagnostics Ecosystem

• Understand and measure Biomarker-driven test for EGFR, T790M , BRCA , HRR & HRD testing

• Collaboration with medical, market access, commercial and external partners on relevant diagnostics related programs

• Identifying key influencers/decision-makers and using the relationships to achieve diagnostic strategy objectives

Support biomarker driven testing programs by optimizing the diagnostics environment

• Understanding laboratory workflow processes and technology

• Execution of Diagnostics strategy aligned with Medical Affairs plans

• Identify issues in testing landscape and work with partners to develop solutions to remove or minimize diagnostic barriers towards access of therapy use e.g. by optimizing testing pathways

Develop capabilities in stakeholders

• Deliver diagnostic educational initiatives including meetings, exhibitions, conferences/symposium, digital activities

• Initiate and conduct AZ staff training & development emerging diagnostic landscape trends in clinical medicine and practice

Act as scientific specialist in Diagnostics

• Continuously acquire and update vital scientific knowledge on therapeutic area and compounds.

• Provide update on partnerships with HCPs, as speakers, or in the context of diagnostic projects or AZ sponsored educational events

Compliance with relevant company and industry code of Conduct and also to align with local country regulations

• Keep regular update and operate within the relevant Codes of Conduct, Ethical Interactions (EI), including GPEI and SOPs

• Be sure to understand AZ policies when engage to KOLs and partners

Essential requirements

• You have a PHD, MBBS, Masters degree in a scientific field

• You are proficient in English communication

• Prior industry experience in Diagnostics domain is helpful

• Extensive knowledge of the latest technical and regulatory developments

Date Posted

Closing Date

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.