About Astellas:
At Astellas we can offer an inspiring place to work and a chance to make your mark in doing good for others.
Our expertise, science and technology make us a pharma company. Our open and progressive culture is what makes us Astellas. It’s a culture of doing good for others and contributing to a sustainable society.
Delivering meaningful differences for patients is our driving force. We all have a significant opportunity to make that difference, working locally in the areas we know best, whilst drawing inspiration from the different insights and expertise we have access to globally and from our innovative, external partners.
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.
Our ethos is underpinned by the Astellas Way, comprising five core values: patient focus; ownership; results; openness and integrity.
We are proud to offer an inclusive and respectful working environment that fosters collaboration and ownership.
Our aspiration is to bring the best brains together, to provide them with world-leading tools and resources and a unique structure that fosters real agility and entrepreneurial spirit.
About This Job:
As a Medical Manager, you will be responsible for implementing the medical strategy (Core Medical Plan) in the designated therapeutic area at the affiliate level. In this role, you will translate insights into strategies and activities. Your primary objective should be to ensure information needs of key stakeholders are fulfilled, ultimately contributing to the safe and appropriate use of Astellas products.
Hybrid working:
At Astellas we recognize that our employees enjoy having 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.
Key Activities:
- The 2nd level interface of medical affairs with Key External Experts and Healthcare Organizations.
- Endorse company science-driven partnership and collaboration with medical communities and academic institutions in the country.
- Oversee /support country Core Medical Plan (CMP) execution and ensure implementation of MA strategies in line with MEA/ International Markets regional medical strategies
- Participate in MA strategies development based on country needs and dynamics.
- Contribute actively to the Astellas clinical development program with the execution of clinical studies at the best possible quality, speed, and costs according to GCP and Astellas global standards
- Work in a multidisciplinary internal team to give Astellas products the best possible medical support.
- Supporting/assisting preparation of scientific presentations, dossiers, letters, etc. on Astellas products to internal and external stakeholders as required.
Essential Knowledge & Experience:
- Proven experience within the medical affairs department
- Knowledgeable of the therapeutic areas relevant to Astellas. Previous Oncology experience is a plus.
- Scientifically credible, persuasive, and able to integrate complex medical scientific information.
- Able to take ownership with a proactive attitude.
- Strong written and verbal communication in English and Arabic
Preferred Knowledge & Experience:
- Profound knowledge in medical compliance and feed-in new related local regulations/requirements
- Knowledge to review and approve country promotional and non-promotional materials.
Educations/Qualifications:
- Medically qualified personnel (MD, PharmD, or master’s in science or equivalent). Medical doctor is an asset.
Additional information:
- This is a permanent, full-time position.
- The position is based in Cairo, Egypt.
- Candidates should be based in Egypt.
- This position follows our hybrid working model. Role is a blend of home and a minimum of 2-3 days in our Cairo office. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office.
What We Offer:
- A challenging and diversified job in an international setting.
- Opportunity and support for continuous development.
- Inspiring work climate.
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.