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Alexion Pharmaceuticals,Inc.

Director Medico - Alexion Iberia

Barcelona

September 10, 2024

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Job reference: R-208335

Date posted: 09/10/2024

Join us as a Senior Medical Director at Alexion Iberia , a part of Astra Zeneca's Rare Disease division. This role offers an opportunity to provide strategic planning and leadership to Medical Affairs activities in Spain and Portugal. As a member of the Iberia Leadership Executive Committee, you will provide scientific and medical leadership that advances the understanding of the medical landscape in relation to relevant diseases and Alexion products.
Accountabilities:

In this role, you will build and continuously develop an in-country medical team in a highly matrixed environment. You will provide direct support to the Country Manager and work collaboratively with all members of the Iberia Leadership Team. Your responsibilities will include developing and executing a country Medical Plan and strategy, developing external relationships with relevant medical groups, leading all activities in accordance with local and regional pharmaceutical regulations and Alexion policies, and acting as a speaker in external activities and with media.

Essential Skills/Experience:

Minimum of 7+ years in medical affairs and leadership roles
Experience in leading teams and managing people in a complex, matrix environment
Product lifecycle management experience preferred
Demonstrated success in managing Medical Affairs teams, across therapeutic areas with a comprehensive understanding of the compliance issues concerning Medical Affairs
Orphan diseases knowledge/experience, preferred
Good analytical skills as applied to medical, scientific and technical information.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both local language and in English
Computer skills
Adaptability to multicultural environment
Medical degree (M.D.), experience in clinical practice and minimum of 10 years in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
Experience in early and late clinical development.
Demonstrated ability to accurately and effectively evaluate medical/scientific literature and develop effective medical strategies and communication strategies.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash 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 Alexion, we are built to serve patients. Everything we do is led by their lived experience, driving what we do and how we do it. We know our patients by name, we meet their families and their careers. Curious, co-creative, attentive and close to each one, razor focussed on their needs so we can tackle the toughest challenges for them. Joining Alexion means embracing an opportunity where work isn’t ordinary, in a company where 'Here it means more' is more than a statement, it’s an ethos. We are a beacon in the global Biopharmaceutical landscape. Our closeness to patients brings us closer to our work and closer to each other. Combined with our brave, pioneering spirit – we are truly unique in R&D and healthcare.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now!
Astra Zeneca 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.

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