Global Capabilities Director, Oncology Medical Training

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of Oncology Medical Affairs? We are seeking a Global Capabilities Director for our Oncology Medical Training division. This role is all about improving field medical performance by crafting and implementing comprehensive training programs. If you have a curiosity about developing creative training solutions and establishing robust performance metrics, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Join us in our mission to eradicate cancer as a cause of death!

Accountabilities:

As the Global Capabilities Director, you will be responsible for identifying capability needs for the field medical teams, creating and maintaining training plans, and leading the development of new training content. You will also be tasked with innovating e-learning techniques, evaluating curricula, designing performance metrics, and ensuring compliance with global guidelines. Collaboration is key in this role as you will work closely with OBU Global MSL Excellence roles, outsource providers, and external experts.

Essential Skills/Experience:

Advanced degree in a scientific field or health sciences (Master’s or higher), or a Bachelor’s Degree with clinical experience.

• Minimum of 5 years in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Prior experience in Medical Affairs, with a focus on field medical roles.
• Demonstrable experience in capability training or similar fields.
• Proven track record in project management.
• Experience with budget management.
• Familiarity with matrix organisational structures and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Critical thinking and long-term planning abilities.
• Competence in setting/managing priorities, resources, and performance targets in a global/regional context.
• Practical knowledge of clinician-facing Medical Affairs functions.
• Clear understanding of Medical Affairs compliance requirements.
• Experience in crafting and delivering Medical Affairs training programs.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash ambitious thinking with the power to encourage 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 Astra Zeneca's Oncology Business Unit, we relentlessly follow the science, challenging the status quo to deliver more effective treatments to patients in need. Our commitment means we purposefully push back the limits of knowledge to change the practice of medicine. To ensure no patient is left behind, no matter what stage of disease. We are brave disruptors – entrepreneurial, courageous and pioneering in our approach. Here you have the opportunity to step up, take personal accountability and lead changes in our ever-evolving environment.

So, what’s next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!
To be considered for this great opportunity, please complete the full application at your earliest convenience – it is the only way that our Recruiter and Hiring Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity.

Welcome with your application no later than 30th September 2024

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