Medical Advisor NF-1 Alpine - (m/f/d)

Type: Permanent

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Make a meaningful impact

At AstraZeneca, our work has a direct impact on patients’ lives and brings innovation to the forefront of scientific discovery. We are seeking a talented Medical Advisor NF-1 to join our vibrant Alpine Medical Affairs team, supporting Switzerland and Austria as part of the CENE area.

What will you do

As a core member of our Medical Affairs team, you will play a pivotal role in driving the strategy and execution of medical initiatives within NF-1. Acting as a trusted expert, you will:

• Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)
• Engage, educate, and promote advocacy among HCPs, KOLs, patient advocacy organizations (PAOs), and decision makers at key institutions
• Represent Alexion Medical Affairs at scientific activities including conferences, advisory boards, and research studies (responsible for abstracts, presentations, etc.)
• Provide scientific engagement and evidence-based information to stakeholders, discussing novel solutions and advancements
• Maintain comprehensive scientific knowledge on assigned products, disease states, and future trends to best position our therapies
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory guidelines, and all medical affairs procedures
• Prepare and deliver medical field activity plans, support Alpine medical plans, and contribute to cross-functional brand strategies through insights and feedback collected from the external environment
• Serve as a key contact for health care professionals and federal health offices, with approximately 60% field presence (national and international travel expected)

Essential for the role

• Advanced degree in medical science (MD, PharmD, or PhD).
• Minimum 2–4 years’ experience as a field MSL.
• Experience in oncology or rare disease settings, and knowledge of drug and life cycle development
• Strong knowledge of clinical development processes (clinical trials, registries, RWE)
• Understanding of local pharmaceutical regulations (e.g. pharmacodex)
• Solution-oriented, proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in a complex environment
• Excellent communication skills with proven ability to deliver impactful presentations
• Fluency in German and English
• IT/digital tool proficiency
• Strategic thinking and effective planning skills

Desirable skills

• Knowledge of the Alpine healthcare environment.
• French and/or Italian language skills.
• Experience in budget and financial planning
• Previous experience in rare diseases

We offer

• Base salary for this position is €84,765 per year (full-time basis)
• Participation in company success through bonus payments
• Company car options
• Extensive social benefits, including company pension and additional insurance
• Flexible working hours with the option for hybrid work
• Individual development opportunities
• Environmentally conscious company aiming to be climate-neutral by 2025

Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca, you’ll play an important role in helping to make a difference to patients’ lives while building a rewarding and meaningful career. We value innovation, diversity, and a collaborative spirit.

Ready to join us?
If you’re passionate about science, hands-on in the field, and excel at building networks, we’d love to hear from you.

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Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact accommodations@Alexion.com . Alexion participates in E-Verify.