At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to turning innovative ideas into life-changing medicines. We’re an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking company that collaborates to make the impossible a reality. With a deep commitment to science, we’re focused on addressing the unmet needs of patients around the world, particularly those facing the toughest challenges in oncology. Our goal is to redefine the cancer-treatment paradigm, and as a Diagnostic Executive, you will play a pivotal role in this mission by enabling access to diagnostic testing that can change patients’ lives.
About AstraZeneca’s Oncology Vision
AstraZeneca’s vision in oncology is to revolutionize cancer treatment. We aim to bring six new cancer medicines to patients between 2013 and 2020. Our broad pipeline of next-generation medicines primarily focuses on four disease areas: breast cancer, ovarian cancer, lung cancer, and hematological cancers. Additionally, we are targeting other tumor types through four key platforms:
- Immunotherapy
- Genetic drivers of cancer and resistance
- DNA damage repair
- Antibody-drug conjugates
These platforms are underpinned by cutting-edge technologies like personalized healthcare and biomarker technologies, which are central to AstraZeneca’s drive to bring innovative treatments to the forefront of medical science.
The Role of a Diagnostic Executive at AstraZeneca
As a Diagnostic Executive, you will leverage your knowledge in medical diagnostics and clinical testing to make a lasting impact on patient care within a global pharmaceutical company. Your role will be instrumental in facilitating the adoption of essential diagnostic tests within your assigned territory and ensuring seamless access to testing solutions throughout the lifecycle of cancer treatments.
In this position, you’ll be part of a larger team that is committed to the timely delivery of high-quality companion diagnostics and testing solutions. You will be integral to ensuring patients receive the optimal care they need, by eliminating barriers to cancer biomarker testing and facilitating the collaboration between medical professionals, diagnostic labs, and pharmaceutical teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identifying Barriers: Work closely with testing laboratories, diagnostic kit companies, and healthcare professionals (HCPs) to identify and overcome obstacles to cancer biomarker testing.
- Execution of Tactical Plans: Drive the adoption of appropriate testing within your territory by executing targeted strategies that improve the overall testing rate.
- Building Relationships: Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders such as pathologists, molecular pathologists, diagnostic suppliers, laboratory decision-makers, thought leaders, and healthcare professionals.
- Support Testing Facilities: Develop and support robust testing facilities in strategic centers by assisting with protocol development and troubleshooting testing bottlenecks.
- Insights and Strategy: Provide critical insights to core medical teams to shape local strategies and ensure the successful execution of diagnostic plans.
- Account Management: Use strategic key account management skills to enhance partnerships with healthcare professionals and diagnostic partners.
Internal and External Collaborations:
- Internal: Work closely with the diagnostics team, core medical team, and brand teams to implement diagnostic solutions and strategies.
- External: Engage with healthcare professionals, diagnostic partners, advocacy organizations, and professional associations to drive awareness and adoption of diagnostic solutions.
Requirements for the Role
To excel in this position, you will need a blend of scientific knowledge, practical experience, and communication skills.
Minimum Requirements:
- A Master’s Degree in Life Sciences, Medical Biotechnology, or Pharmacy.
- Proven experience in molecular diagnostic marketing and clinical test sales, with a focus on oncology (lung cancer, women’s cancer, immunotherapy experience is a plus).
- Expertise in scientific communication, with the ability to convey complex content to diverse audiences.
- Ability to travel more than 50% of the time, depending on geographic location.
Preferred Requirements:
- Collaboration and Teamwork: Strong ability to work within cross-functional teams.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and develop creative solutions for complex problems.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of diagnostic test development, oncology clinical trials, and the regulatory environment.
Why Join AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca, we are proud of our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination based on any characteristic protected by law, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, and more.
In addition to the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking cancer research and treatment, we offer competitive benefits including paid maternity leave and various health and wellness programs designed to support employees in all stages of life.
Apply Now and Make a Difference
If you’re passionate about transforming cancer care and want to be part of a global team that’s making a real difference in the world, we invite you to apply for the Diagnostic Executive role at AstraZeneca. This is your chance to work in a dynamic, innovative environment where science and compassion come together to improve lives. Apply now here
