Medical Advisor – Rare Diseases Hematology
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About the Role
AstraZeneca seeks a Medical Advisor for Rare Diseases Hematology in Riyadh. You will drive field medical activities, scientific engagement, and evidence generation to improve outcomes for rare disease patients.
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Responsibilities
- Execute the Medical Affairs Plan in alignment with guidance from the TA Medical Lead and cross functional brand teams
- Deliver scientific exchange with healthcare professionals (HCPs) and decision makers to support appropriate use of AstraZeneca’s rare disease medicines
- Drive the implementation of disease education, diagnostic initiatives, and patient identification projects
- Build strong peer to peer relationships with Key External Experts (KEEs), academic partners, and referral centers
- Organize, lead, and present in scientific meetings, advisory boards, and symposia
- Support the planning and operationalization of local studies, registries, and Investigator Initiated Studies (IISs)
- Partner closely with Market Access, Commercial, and Regulatory teams
- Ensure all activities comply with AstraZeneca ethical standards, SOPs, and local regulatory frameworks
Requirements
- Advanced degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, or Life Sciences (MD, PharmD, PhD preferred)
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Medical Affairs or related scientific roles within rare diseases or Hematology specialty
- Experience in Rare Hematological Disorders & BMT is a plus
- Proven ability to translate scientific data into clinical value and communicate with scientific credibility
- Strong presentation, analytical, and project coordination skills
- Deep understanding of Saudi healthcare systems, referral patterns, and access pathways
- Fluency in English and Arabic
- Willingness to travel across KSA (50%)
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Role Summary
- AstraZeneca is at the forefront of transforming rare disease care in Saudi Arabia.
- As a Rare Disease Medical Advisor, you will play a pivotal scientific and executional role.
- The role ensures the delivery of scientific engagement, medical education, evidence support, and insight generation.
What you’ll do
- Execute the Medical Affairs Plan in alignment with guidance from the TA Medical Lead and cross functional brand teams.
- Deliver scientific exchange with healthcare professionals (HCPs) and decision makers.
- Drive the implementation of disease education, diagnostic initiatives, and patient identification projects.
- Build strong peer to peer relationships with Key External Experts (KEEs), academic partners, and referral centers.
- Organize, lead, and present in scientific meetings, advisory boards, and symposia.
- Support the planning and operationalization of local studies, registries, and Investigator Initiated Studies (IISs).
- Partner closely with Market Access, Commercial, and Regulatory teams.
- Ensure all activities comply with AstraZeneca ethical standards, SOPs, and local regulatory frameworks.
Essential for the role
- Advanced degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, or Life Sciences (MD, PharmD, PhD preferred).
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Medical Affairs or related scientific roles within rare diseases or Hematology specialty.
- Experience in Rare Hematological Disorders & BMT is a plus.
- Proven ability to translate scientific data into clinical value and communicate with scientific credibility.
- Strong presentation, analytical, and project coordination skills.
- Deep understanding of Saudi healthcare systems, referral patterns, and access pathways.
- Fluency in English and Arabic.
- Willingness to travel across KSA (50%).
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