Diagnostics Manager, Histopathology & Molecular

AstraZeneca plc; Şişli; On-site; TRY 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc in Istanbul invites a driven medical affairs professional to join our Diagnostics area, contributing to scientific engagement and cross-functional collaboration for improved patient outcomes.

The role focuses on identifying expert HCPs, aligning local market activity with global strategies, and supporting field-based scientific initiatives within Turkey’s diagnostics landscape.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in pharma sector, preferably Oncology and/or Diagnostics
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Thorough knowledge of regulatory environment
• No restriction to travel frequently and must have a valid driving license
• Located in İstanbul

Responsibilities

• Proactively identifying HCPs with high levels of scientific expertise in local testing practice to collaborate on specific activities and contribute to medico-marketing strategy.
• Close collaboration with internal stakeholders including Clinical Operations, Regulatory & Market Access, etc
• Adapting global/international strategy to local market
• Actively participating in International/Global activities
• Proactively providing scientific updates and information to KEEs and identify the relevance of the data to the scientific community
• Finding opportunities and building AZ relationship with key external stakeholders (e.g. patient advocacy groups, key medical organisations, hospital pharmacy) to foster collaboration.
• Working with HCPs in scientific activities that help advance diagnostics practices
• Providing the AZ internal stakeholders with an understanding of the local medical community, clinical practice, testing pathways, trends and real or perceived gaps in current scientific knowledge and diagnostics testing approach.
• Initiating and conducting appropriate field force training & development on information regarding current and emerging clinical data and emerging trends in diagnostics practice and personalized medicine.
• Planning and executing global medical activities during the product launch processes

Skills

English (Advanced)

Turkish (Advanced)

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

University degree in Medical Faculty

Job description

AstraZeneca plc in Istanbul invites a driven medical affairs professional to join our Diagnostics area, contributing to scientific engagement and cross-functional collaboration for improved patient outcomes.

The role focuses on identifying expert HCPs, aligning local market activity with global strategies, and supporting field-based scientific initiatives within Turkey’s diagnostics landscape.