Scientific Communication & Medical Information Analyst

Title: Scientific Communication & Medical Information Analyst (BioPharmaceuticals Business Unit) Location: Lisbon Hub (Hybrid - 3 days in office P/W) Contract: Permanent / Full-time) GCL: C Join us to turn your scientific expertise into impactful medical content. If you excel in collaborative, strategy-driven environments and are enthusiastic about continuous improvement and leveraging AI and technology, this could be the role for you. Be part of a team that supports the delivery of life-changing medicines by helping the business operate at its best. Apply now! About Medical Information & Communication (MI&C) – GBS Team The MI&C team in GBS, Lisbon is part of the Medical Delivery function and comprises experienced medical communicators. We collaborate closely with Global stakeholders to execute scientific content strategies and deliver accurate, timely, and compliant medical information and scientific communication deliverables. Our team plays a critical role in supporting healthcare professionals by providing evidence-based, customer-centric communications aligned with regulatory standards and company policies. Roles/Responsibilities Leverage scientific and therapeutic area expertise to develop, review and maintain accurate and engaging medical content across formats (including scientific narratives and foundations [platform], MSL materials, infographics, standard responses, FAQs, and other digital/non-digital scientific communication materials) to inform and engage HCPs across therapeutic area and products. Provide accurate, focused, and scientifically balanced responses to escalated inquiries from local markets to support the appropriate use of AstraZeneca products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure medical content aligns with strategic priorities and adheres to industry standards, company policies, and regulatory guidelines. Perform comprehensive literature searches to identify relevant scientific evidence, ensuring copyright and appropriate usage in content development. Translate complex scientific data into clear, accurate, and audience-appropriate messaging that supports therapeutic area goals, product positioning, and educational initiatives. Perform medical accuracy review on scientific content. Contribute to process enhancements aimed at improving operational efficiency, quality, and turnaround time. Help to build robust management systems to monitor operational as well as other relevant KPIs. Significantly contributes to the adoption of digital solutions and technological advancements in scientific content delivery. Support strategic medical planning and ensure timely execution of assigned deliverables tied to product launches, data updates, or congress support, meeting all required deadlines. Lead/participate in key workstreams which may include scientific content creation, operations, or digital innovation projects depending on the level of experience and business need. Minimum Requirements Advanced scientific degree (PharmD preferred, MD, PhD, or equivalent). Minimum of 3–4 years of experience in scientific communications or related roles within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare industry. Clinical and healthcare systems expertise. Scientific literature evaluation and analysis. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex scientific information into clear and compelling messages for diverse audiences. Scientific/medical writing, communication, and content creation (e.g., slide decks). Strategic thinker with strong business acumen, project management, and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to work across teams or functions. Aptitude in utilizing technology/platforms. Demonstrates strong teamwork skills, shows sensitivity to cultural differences, and remains open to change. Experience developing digital content and/or digital content strategy highly desired. Experience in mentoring and coaching team members (for senior roles). Ability to apply local regulatory, legal, and compliance requirements to Medical Affairs activities and drug information delivery. When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash ambitious thinking with the power to encourage life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that does not mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our outstanding and ambitious world. At AstraZeneca, we are committed to reimagining how we work by finding solutions to operate more efficiently on a global scale. Our ambitious approach challenges the status quo and takes calculated risks. We transform processes through simplification, automation, and data analytics. Join us in our mission to make AstraZeneca more agile, efficient, and effective. Ready to make a difference? Apply now! Date Posted 02-Nov-2026 Closing Date 15-Nov-2026 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.