General Information
Job Advert Title Associate, Global Medical Information Location Poland Function/Business Area Medical & Clinical Employment Class PermanentDescription
Associate, Global Medical InformationAbout Astellas:
At Astellas we are making treatments that matter to people.
We are tackling the toughest health challenges putting the patient at the heart of every move we make.
Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword - it’s a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division.
We have developed ground-breaking, innovative medicines in immunology, oncology and urology. Our medicines are extending and saving the lives of cancer patients, making transplantation possible and improving the quality of life for those living with conditions where needs are often overlooked.
We take a patient-focused approach, that allows us to convert brilliant early science into treatments and solutions that directly improve and save patients’ lives.
From lab to clinic to patient, we focus on the most promising science, empower the best talent to pursue it, and develop life-changing solutions alongside the best partners.
The Opportunity:
As the Associate, Global Medical Information, you will play a pivotal role in executing strategies and developing content for our global medical information system. Your contributions will ensure that our medical information content is current, approved and aligned with our mission to improve lives worldwide.
You will be part of a dedicated team that collaborates to tackle unmet medical needs and transform patient care through innovative solutions.
Hybrid Working:
At Astellas, we recognise that our employees enjoy having a balance between their professional and home lives. We are proud of our hybrid approach which empowers you to have flexibility on whether to work from home or in the office. You will be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients.
Key Activities for this role:
- Represent Medical Information on applicable global matrix teams, contributing to the Medical Information portion of the Core Medical Plan (CMP).
- Proactively identify needs for specific medical information content development and dissemination.
- Lead and participate in matrix teams responsible for developing scientifically balanced, well-referenced core global medical content for external inquiries.
- Evaluate and research escalated complex medical inquiries for assigned products.
- Develop partnerships with regional MI colleagues to ensure understanding and development of global medical information content.
Essential Knowledge & Experience:
- Significant experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry, including relevant expertise in drug or medical information.
- Strong understanding of legal/regulatory/compliance requirements in medical affairs.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a focus on medical/scientific content.
- Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively.
- Fluent in written and verbal business English.
Education:
- Pharmacist (PharmD) or equivalent Advanced Scientific Degree (such as PhD or MD) or equivalent.
Additional information:
- This is a permanent role based in our Global Capability Centre in Warsaw, Poland and hybrid working with the expectation for some office presence. Flexibility may be required in line with business need. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office
Astellas’ Global Capability Centres – Overview:
Astellas’ Global Capability Centre’s (GCCs) are strategically located sites that give Astellas the ability to access talent across various functions in the value chain and to co-locate core capabilities that are currently dispersed. Our three GCCs are located in India, Poland and Mexico.
The GCCs will enhance our operational efficiency, resilience and innovation potential, enabling a timely response to changing business demands.
Our GCCs are an integral part of Astellas, guided by our shared values and behaviors, and are critical enablers of the company’s strategic priorities, sustainable growth, and commitment to turn innovative science into VALUE for patients.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
What We Offer:
- A challenging and diversified job in an international setting.
- Opportunity and support for continuous development.
- Inspiring work climate.
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