Medical Advisor – Oncology (Breast Cancer) – Budapest

Medical Advisor – Oncology (Breast Cancer) – Budapest Diverse Minds. Bold Disruptors. Meaningful Impact. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. It’s our patients that come first, every decision we make and action we take is centered around how we can better respond to their evolving needs, as well as those of healthcare professionals and partners. It’s why we are shaping patient care for the future, working along the whole experience to give hope to billions of lives across the world. What you’ll do As a Medical Advisor – Oncology (Breast Cancer) at AstraZeneca, you will be the primary scientific partner for our Breast Cancer Therapeutic Area, shaping medical strategy, driving cross-functional excellence, and building trusted scientific partnerships with external experts and organizations. You will combine deep scientific expertise with impactful stakeholder engagement to advance patient outcomes and support launch excellence across our oncology portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Breast Cancer Team where we have a strong pipeline, including new indications and new molecules. Key responsibilities What you’ll do Strategic leadership and collaboration: Contribute to the development and execution of the Oncology medical strategy. Partner closely with Brand Teams to plan activities aligned with business objectives and upcoming launches. Internal education: Design and deliver therapeutic area and product trainings; conduct regular knowledge assessments for commercial and other internal teams. Cross-team connectivity: Work closely with Medical Science Liaisons and collaborate with medical colleagues across cluster, regional, and global teams. Prepare and deliver internal presentations as required. Scientific engagement: Build two-way scientific relationships with Key External Experts (KEEs). Participate in advisory boards, congresses, and scientific society activities; organize external medical education for HCPs and support disease awareness initiatives. Market access and regulatory support: Provide targeted medical input during reimbursement processes; contribute to SmPC updates, authority correspondence, and Risk Management materials in partnership with Regulatory Affairs and Patient Safety. Medical review and compliance: Review and approve promotional and non-promotional materials to ensure scientific accuracy and compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Clinical studies and RWE: Collaborate with Site Management and Monitoring on TA-related studies; lead or support Real-World Evidence projects, non-interventional studies, and patient registries. Medical information: Respond to unsolicited medical information requests through approved channels, ensuring compliance with copyright and internal SOPs. Continuous development: Maintain and expand professional knowledge to uphold scientific excellence. What you’ll bring Education: University degree in medicine (MD), pharmacy (PharmD), or life sciences (MSc) Experience: At least 3 years in a multinational pharmaceutical company, with solid experience in Medical Affairs Strong strategic thinking and ability to drive TA medical strategy Excellent communication, problem-solving, and creativity Ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams; close collaboration with MSLs Precision, reliability, and a growth mindset Native Hungarian & Fluent English (written and spoken) Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office, Outlook) Desirable Insight into product development from discovery to launch Additional professional qualification Marketing/sales knowledge or experience Business acumen and customer focus; strong influencing and negotiation skills Timeliness, accountability, and delivery of reliable results High level of medical knowledge in oncology and related areas Ability to work with large datasets; result orientation GCP licence Why AstraZeneca? At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a phenomenal Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and fuel your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s 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. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare. 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 inclusivity in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. Date Posted 18-Sept-2026 Closing Date 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.