Medical Evidence Manager – Nordic Marketing Company

Our AstraZeneca Nordic Marketing Company employs around 550 people and has offices located in Oslo, Copenhagen, Stockholm , and Espoo . AstraZeneca Nordic is a recognized leader in its core therapy areas and aims to improve the lives of millions of people. This is an area where you are free to be more – you are encouraged to challenge traditional ways and test your curiosity. We drive innovative science, deliver key launches, build close collaboration and partnerships within health care.

Join our Nordic Medical Evidence team of 12 persons, with alternative location in any of AstraZeneca Nordic Marketing Company (Nordic MC) offices. As a Medical Evidence Manager , you will project lead and coordinate Externally Sponsored Research (ESR) studies in the Nordic region, including alignment with strategic needs as well as with regulations and AstraZeneca Standard Operating Procedures. You may also support Real-World Evidence (RWE) studies, from study concept/idea to a final publication, in close collaboration with external and internal stakeholders. A solid background within project management as well as experience with project management of observational studies or clinical trial studies are considered to be a strong advantage. Excellent communication skills, a positive solution-focused attitude, and ability to utilize the expertise in a cross-functional context are crucial to succeed.

Accountabilities:

Lead the local review and evaluation group and coordinate all internal project review and approval governance processes for ESR studies

Be responsible for study operational tasks in ESR studies, including development of documents, and management of financial resources and agreements

Write and negotiate ESR agreements with academic institutions, scientific consultants, investigators, service providers

Be responsible for study drug supply and ensure patient safety reporting, as applicable, in ESR studies

Represent and report of ESR studies in cross functional teams

Provide and manage publication support and review of ESR publications

Project management of RWE studies, including budget and resource management

Write and negotiate agreements with scientific consultants, investigators, and service providers

Ethical applications and interaction with authorities and registry holders

Essential Skills/Experience:

MSc in natural science, public health or equivalent

Strong collaborative skills

Experience with project management from working in the pharmaceutical industry, e.g. in clinical development/observational studies/project management in medical affairs or from leading observational studies in academia, consultancy or similar

Ability to set and handle priorities, resources, performance targets and project initiatives in a multinational matrix environment

Strategic approach with a broad business insight

Proficient in speaking and good writing skills in English and at least one Nordic language

High integrity and ethical standards

Desirable Skills/Experience:

Experience with project management of observational studies or clinical trial studies

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca, we believe in following the science and putting patients first. Our ability to effectively market our products and lead our business has a meaningful impact. It powers our business to lead the way for the industry and to impact more lives. We are fundamentally changing the way cancer is treated through innovation. We turn our pipeline into reality for more patients, bringing novel and transformative medicine to market. Our pipeline is one of the deepest and broadest in the industry, with cutting-edge science and life-changing medicines to work on today and in the future.

I&D

We are proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.

So, what is next?

Are you ready to make your mark on the healthcare ecosystem, the industry and business and, most importantly, our patients? Apply now to join us in our mission to push science as far as it can go!

Welcome with your application, in English, no later than 29th of April 2024 .

Applications will be reviewed continuously throughout the application period.

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Date Posted

15-Apr-2024

Closing Date

29-Apr-2024Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.