Senior Medical Advisor (RD) - Delhi

Role : Senior Medical Advisor (Rare Diseases)

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world's most serious diseases. But we're more than one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies.

Job Description / Capsule

Office based Medical Leader who can be a single contributor within a given Therapy Area or for a significant product to ensure the company business unit goals are achieved. Accountable for strategic Therapy Area direction and scientific leadership within the Medical Affairs Team.

Embeds a deep healthcare system practices and gaps understanding (environment, priorities, clinical and patient pathways, etc) that can translate into actionable strategies within the local Medical Plans. Accountable for developing and execution of the Therapy Area / Product Medical Affairs Plans composed of confidence and evidence generation activities, as well as fundamental and sustainable clinical practice transformations that strengthen healthcare ecosystems, improve treatment outcomes, drive meaningful changes in patient care and treatment paradigms and enable access to quality care in alignment with the company's portfolio. Recognizes and incorporates innovation wherever appropriate into Medical Affairs strategic plans and lead in execution to drive strategic and sustainable impact internally and externally to support the adoption of evidence-based practices, guidelines, and treatment approaches. Acts as a catalysts of sustainable healthcare ecosystem change, enhancing access to quality care for patients and enabling the adoption of our innovative medicines.

Ensures that all local medical requirements are met for all product / TA material and will use medical expertise to contribute to the marketing direction of the product / TA. Recognised as a medical expert within the local marketing company and be responsible for providing medical leadership, expertise, and strategic input to ensure that the Medical Affairs plans align with the broader business objectives. Collaborate with relevant cross-functional teams identify, activate and measure scalable healthcare practice shaping initiatives with integrated partnership engagement plans composed of key traditional (e.g. HCPs) and non-traditional (e.g. policy and decision makers, PAGs, government, innovative solution providers) stakeholders. Able to lead a significant cross functional, projects. For example, projects like RWE, pre-launch, post-launch clinical trials or market access projects. Works to ensure operational excellence and collaborates with compliance to ensure adherence to company standards.

Typical Accountabilities

In assigned therapeutic area engages in clinical and scientific exchange with medical and scientific experts, including Healthcare Professionals, and where appropriate non-traditional stakeholders (e.g. policy and decision makers, PAGs, government, innovative solution providers) consistent with medical objectives.

Scientific Expertise

• Maintain clinical / scientific expertise in disease state management, AstraZeneca products, emerging therapies, and the competitive landscape.
• Contribute to the development and provide project leadership / management of the therapeutic area Field Medical Strategic Plan (FMSP).
• Act as a subject matter expert / resource for internal and external stakeholders.
• Work with internal stakeholders in the development and delivery of appropriate training and mentoring needs within therapeutic area.

Medical strategy and clinical input

Medical Governance Oversight

Essential

Education, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

Desirable

Key Relationships to reach solutions

Internal (to AZ or team)

External (to AZ)

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca we're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There's no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We're on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

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So, what's next

Where can I find out more

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Date Posted

05-Nov-2025

Closing Date

24-Nov-2025

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.

Skills Required

Project Management, Medical Affairs