Job Description

Do you have expertise in, and passion for science working in Market Access field? If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven Biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the worldxe2x80x99s most serious disease. But wexe2x80x99re more than one of the worldxe2x80x99s leading pharmaceutical companies.

At AstraZeneca wexe2x80x99re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. Therexe2x80x99s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development.

ABOUT OUR MARKET ACCESS TEAM

Market Access Department provides support services across diverse therapeutic areas. Effective access strategies are crucial for optimal reimbursement in order to get effective therapies to patients, faster. Our emphasis is on patient access and outcomes. We partner with multi-stakeholders and leverage on digital innovation and AI. Our team is small and specialized. We bring diversity in every aspect of our work-life, are inclusive, high performing and fun-loving.

What youxe2x80x99ll do?

We are looking for a team member who will play an active role throughout the product life cycle and partner with relevant partners in order to provide solutions across the entire patient journey; Someone who will accelerate timelines through collaboration to identify challenges as well as coordinated engagement with relevant stakeholders to develop innovative access solutions.

Rare Disease therapies target specific disease pathways that serve much smaller patient populations. These breakthrough therapies are technology driven and are significantly transforming patient outcomes.

With your market access experiences your key focus areas will include the following:

Responsible for maximizing the value of AstraZenecaxe2x80x99s products (existing and pipeline).

Support Development and implementation of Market Access and Health Technology Assessment Strategies and/or related activities.

Developing innovative strategies to optimize access to patients.

Partnering with Patient Advocacy organizations to educate, build capabilities and expand access.

Implementing and Managing Patient support Programs (PSP).

Develop Pricing Business Cases and Value Based Strategies.

Exploring Alternative Contracting Models and other innovative Pricing solutions.

Serve as a strategic partner for Cross Functional Teams across the business to support value and unit growth in supported Business Units.

Educate, train and support Commercial Business on reimbursement-related issues in order to enable optimal access to AstraZeneca Products.

Co-travel with field Sales Representatives, where required, to identify reimbursement gaps in-field and work on finding solutions that result in better access.

Constantly engage with external customers on AstraZeneca Product Value stories to gain support for Funder education strategies.

Constant engagement and collaboration with cross functional business units to make AstraZeneca a Great Place to Work.

Live AstraZeneca Values and practice enterprise leadership.

If this sounds appealing, please read on to understand the experience and skills wexe2x80x99re looking forxe2x80xa6

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED?

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Health Economics Qualification and/or Experience would be an advantage.

Minimum 7 years Market Access experience.

Understanding of the South African Healthcare Market.

Understanding of the African healthcare market would be an advantage.

Teamwork and leadership skills, including the ability to consult extensively with cross functional teams and act within a matrix organization

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca wexe2x80x99re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. Therexe2x80x99s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. Wexe2x80x99re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

Join the fastest growing pharmaceutical in our markets, set up to fuel further growth. Be part of our shared ambition and pride: our strong heritage, our turnaround story, and early investment and commitment in International markets. Therexe2x80x99s no better place to feel inspired and energized.

SO, WHATxe2x80x99S NEXT?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we canxe2x80x99t wait to hear from you!

Click the link to apply no later than 03 October 2023 and wexe2x80x99ll be in touch as soon as we can.

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?

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Close Date: 03/10/2023

Date Posted 27-Sept-2023

Closing Date 03-Oct-2023

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.

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