Rare Disease Medical Partner, Hnt

AstraZeneca

Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar
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Rare disease ecosystem
Scientific and strategic leader
Medical excellence
** AstraZeneca is seeking a Rare Disease Medical Partner to drive medical excellence and shape the rare disease ecosystem in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. The ideal candidate will have advanced medical qualifications, experience in medical affairs, and a proven track record in rare diseases, while contributing to the company's vision of pioneering innovation for patients. **

Job Summary

  • The Rare Disease Medical Partner is a senior field-based scientific and strategic leader responsible for driving medical excellence and shaping the rare disease ecosystem in alignment with AstraZeneca’s vision of pioneering innovation for patients with high unmet needs.
  • You will partner with healthcare professionals, academic centers, policy makers, patient groups, and payers, ensuring science translates into meaningful patient outcomes across the Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar (KBQ).
  • At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit.

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** AstraZeneca is seeking a Rare Disease Medical Partner to drive medical excellence and shape the rare disease ecosystem in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. The ideal candidate will have advanced medical qualifications, experience in medical affairs, and a proven track record in rare diseases, while contributing to the company's vision of pioneering innovation for patients. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Rare disease ecosystem
  • Scientific and strategic leader
  • Medical excellence
  • Integrated medical impact
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Real-world evidence generation

Nice-to-have

  • Pioneering innovation
  • Transforming patient care
  • Entrepreneurial spirit
  • Inclusive culture
  • Lifelong learning

Key Requirements

  • Advanced degree (MD, PharmD, or PhD preferred)
  • 3+ years of experience in Medical Affairs
  • 2 years in rare disease or specialty therapeutic areas
  • Proven track record of scientific leadership
  • Deep understanding of clinical practice patterns
  • Fluency in English (Arabic an advantage)
  • Willingness to travel across KBQ (50-70%)

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