Medical Communication Specialist

Job Title Medical Communication Specialist Career Level D Introduction to role Are you ready to apply your scientific expertise to build compelling medical content and communication Join our team and support the delivery of life-changing medicines for patients by enabling the rest of the business to run optimally We re on a journey of growth and evolution finding innovative ways to translate value for the business and our patients Accountabilities Apply scientific knowledge and insights relevant to therapeutic areas healthcare systems products disease state management emerging therapies and the competitive landscape integrated with knowledge of the regulatory environment to create compelling medical content and communication Work together with Medical Information and Communications MI C staff and key collaborators to implement scientific content strategy and build and share scientific content to fulfill customer needs Support HCPs through delivery of high-quality timely customer-focused medical information Contribute to MI C processes to drive operational excellence efficiency and digital innovation Scientific Content Develop review and maintain scientific communication materials scientific narratives and foundations platform digital assets Field Medical materials and other medical materials in collaboration with MI C team and Medical Affairs Translate published literature and emerging science into digestible formats for healthcare professionals HCPs and key internal collaborators Perform literature searches to support content strategy Advanced inquiries that are raised to Global MI C team from local markets Essential Skills Experience Advanced scientific degree PharmD preferred MD PhD or equivalent Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in scientific communications or related roles within the pharmaceutical biotechnology or healthcare industry Skills Capabilities Clinical and healthcare systems expertise Scientific literature evaluation and analysis Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex scientific information into clear and compelling messages for diverse audiences Scientific medical writing communication and content creation e g slide decks Strong verbal and written communication skills Strategic problem solver with strong discernment project management and organizational skills Proficiency in applying technology platforms Experience developing digital content and or digital content strategy highly desired Experience in mentoring and coaching team members for Manager position Ability to apply local regulatory legal and compliance requirements to Medical Affairs activities and drug information delivery When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions That s why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office But that doesn t mean we re not flexible We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility Join us in our unique and ambitious world At AstraZeneca we are driven by a patient-first approach that informs every decision we make Our expanding BioPharmaceuticals pipeline inspires us to transform medicine practices and deliver value to healthcare systems globally We foster an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are welcomed empowering everyone to share ideas openly With opportunities for global talent exchange across functions we are committed to your development Here your best is better Ready to make a difference Apply now and be part of our journey Date Posted 12-Jun-2025 Closing Date 20-Jun-2025 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds with as wide a range of perspectives as possible and harnessing industry-leading skills We believe that the more inclusive we are the better our work will be We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates regardless of their characteristics We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment and recruitment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements