Medical Advisor Job at AstraZeneca, India
Ready to take your medical affairs career to the next level with one of the world’s leading biopharmaceutical companies? AstraZeneca is inviting applications for the position of Senior Medical Advisor – Rare Diseases. This Medical Advisor Job in India is ideal for MBBS or MD Pharmacology professionals with experience in Medical Affairs and a passion for transforming patient outcomes. The selected candidate for this Job at AstraZeneca Careers will play a strategic role in shaping rare disease medical strategies, evidence generation, stakeholder engagement, and healthcare ecosystem transformation. Join AstraZeneca and contribute to delivering life-changing medicines while advancing your career in a globally recognized healthcare organization.
About the Company:
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. With over 45 years of presence in India, AstraZeneca continues to improve healthcare accessibility through groundbreaking therapies and sustainable healthcare solutions.
The company fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, diversity, and continuous learning, empowering employees to make meaningful contributions to global healthcare. AstraZeneca is recognized for its commitment to scientific excellence, patient-centered care, and technological innovation.
Job Details:
- Position: Senior Medical Advisor – Rare Diseases
- Job ID: R-254127
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Department: Medical Affairs
- Therapeutic Area: Rare Diseases
- Application Closing Date: 16 June 2026
- Industry: Pharmaceutical / Biopharmaceutical
- Work Type: Office-Based Medical Leadership Role
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and lead therapy area and product-specific medical strategies.
- Develop and implement local Medical Affairs plans aligned with patient needs and business objectives.
- Identify evidence gaps and drive real-world evidence generation initiatives.
- Lead clinical studies, scientific activities, and publication strategies.
- Support healthcare ecosystem transformation and rare disease awareness initiatives.
- Engage with healthcare professionals, policymakers, patient advocacy groups, and government stakeholders in this Medical Advisor Job in India.
- Provide scientific leadership and medical expertise across cross-functional teams.
- Lead pre-launch and post-launch medical activities.
- Support market access and healthcare system improvement projects.
- Develop educational initiatives and clinical support tools at AstraZeneca Careers.
- Review and approve scientific and medical content.
- Ensure compliance with medical governance and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor project execution and measure impact on patient outcomes.
Educational Requirements for this Medical Advisor Job:
- MBBS from a recognized medical institution.
- OR MD Pharmacology.
- Relevant specialization or equivalent experience in the disease area is preferred.
- Valid medical registration where applicable.
Eligibility Criteria:
- MBBS | Minimum 4+ years of experience in Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical industry
- MD Pharmacology | Minimum 4+ years of experience in Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical industry
Skills Required:
- Strong Medical Affairs expertise.
- Pharmaceutical industry experience.
- Scientific communication and presentation skills.
- Stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
- Clinical research and evidence generation experience.
- Strategic planning and execution abilities.
- Cross-functional leadership skills.
- Project management expertise.
- Healthcare ecosystem understanding.
- Market access and health policy awareness.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- Knowledge of drug development and lifecycle management.
- Experience with analytics tools and digital engagement platforms.
Benefits of the Medical Advisor Job:
- Opportunity to work with a globally recognized biopharmaceutical leader.
- Exposure to innovative therapies in the rare diseases space.
- Leadership role within Medical Affairs.
- Opportunity to influence healthcare policy and clinical practice.
- Work on high-impact scientific and evidence-generation initiatives.
- Access to global learning and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Opportunity to work with leading healthcare experts and stakeholders.
- Exposure to cutting-edge medical innovation and technology.
- Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities.
- Contribute to improving patient outcomes globally.
- Be part of AstraZeneca’s mission to transform the future of healthcare.
