Rare Disease Medical Partner, Neurology, Gulf

AstraZeneca

Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Rare disease ecosystem
Scientific exchange
Real-world evidence generation
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

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 Gulf region.
  • 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.

Matching 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.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • rare disease ecosystem
  • scientific exchange
  • real-world evidence generation
  • strategic stakeholder engagement
  • medical education leadership
  • cross-functional decision support

Nice-to-have

  • pioneering innovation for patients
  • transforming patient care
  • science-led, patient-focused
  • entrepreneurial spirit
  • inclusive culture

Key Requirements

  • MD, PharmD, or PhD preferred
  • 3+ years Medical Affairs experience
  • 2+ years rare disease experience
  • Proven track record scientific leadership
  • Deep understanding rare disease clinical practice
  • Fluency in English
  • Willingness to travel regionally 50-70%

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