Location Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job ID R-230975
Date posted 07/07/2025
Role Overview:
The Regional Medical Lead for Markets Expansion – MEA & EURASIA will play a critical role in driving medical excellence, ensuring alignment with global strategies, and encouraging strong scientific leadership across the region. Reporting to the Head of Medical Affairs for Markets Expansion and China, this role will collaborate closely with AstraZeneca Rare Diseases (AZRD) regional and country medical teams, the Alexion Markets Expansion Medical Operations Lead, Global TA medical teams, and cross-functional partners to improve medical capabilities, advance patient outcomes, and craft the market landscape.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Knowledge Transfer & Training: Ensure AZRD medical teams receive ongoing disease-area training and updates from Alexion Global Medical Affairs.
• Medical Expertise & Thought Leadership: Establish Alexion & AZRD as leaders in rare diseases, leveraging innovative medical activities and expert engagement.
• Performance & Impact Measurement: Routinely assess and communicate the efficiency of medical initiatives, ensuring strategic priorities are met.
• Cross-functional Support: Partner with AZRD medical teams to support clinical operations, patient support programs, grants, ISRs, and RWE initiatives.
• Scientific Exchange & External Engagement: Represent Alexion and AZRD at national and international congresses, leveraging opportunities to strengthen medical networks and advance scientific leadership.

CRUCIAL REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of experience in Medical Affairs within the MEA region, including leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in orphan diseases or rare diseases preferred.
• Strong track record of cross-functional collaboration in complex matrix organizations.
• Deep understanding of medical compliance and pharmaceutical regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to influence treatment paradigms and engage KOLs effectively.
• Experience in late-stage clinical development, real-world evidence (RWE), and observational studies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and local languages (preferred).

EDUCATION

• M.D., Ph.D., or Pharm.D. degree required.
• Additional certifications or experience in clinical practice is an asset.