Medical Governance & Information Associate

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Medical Governance & Information Associate

About Astrazeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialisation 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.

Role Summary

The selected candidate will join the GCC Medical Excellence team as a Nominated Signatory/Medical Information Associate, responsible for managing medical governance-related approvals and handling medical information tasks.

What You’ll Do

Medical Governances related:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of AstraZeneca's business policies, procedures, and guidelines, particularly those related to product promotion and scientific information exchange.
• Stay updated on relevant legislation and external codes of practice governing promotional activities in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Perform SOP trainings for newly joined staff & refreshment training when appropriate.
• Perform monitoring for GCC activities to ensure following/ proper implementation of GCC ethical interactions SOPs.
• Conduct timely reviews and approvals of GCC activities through various systems, including external funding /ethical interactions with healthcare professionals.
  
  
  

Medical Information related:

• Respond to HCP inquiries related to AstraZeneca brands, providing accurate and timely information to healthcare professionals, consumers, and internal colleagues.
• Maintain a deep understanding of AstraZeneca's product portfolio to effectively address diverse inquiries. Evaluate both promotional and non-promotional materials using the PromoMats system, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Promote awareness of the importance of the Medical Information function within the organization.
  
  
  

Only applications based in KSA will be considered.

Essential For The Role

• A medical degree, pharmacology, or a related life sciences field.
• Previous 2 to 4 years of experience. For internal candidates 2 years of AZ experience is required.
• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and information dissemination.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities to address and resolve governance-related challenges.
• Rigorous attention to detail in handling approvals and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute to team goals.
  
  
  

Desirable for the role

• Prior experience in a Medical Affairs role,
• Experience with medical governance and information management
  
  
  

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.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours.
  
  
  

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