Market Access Associate (BBU, RD and Immunology)

AstraZeneca; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical leader in Johannesburg is seeking a Market Access professional. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that life-changing medicines reach patients by managing reimbursement processes and building relationships with key stakeholders. Candidates should have a PhD in Science and relevant experience in market access or science liaison roles. Strong English proficiency is essential. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in patient access.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a Science Liaison or Market Access role.
• Experience in relationship and stakeholder management.
• Knowledge of the latest technical and regulatory developments.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams for new medicine launches.
• Achieve reimbursement for Oncology and Haematology products.
• Build relationships with key players for optimal reimbursement.

Skills

Scientific engagement

Stakeholder management

Pharmaceutical knowledge

Health Economics Tools

Clinical evidence understanding

English proficiency

Education

PhD- Doctorate Degree in Science

Job description

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven Biopharmaceutical business 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. 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. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. Our strategic priorities reflect how we are working to deliver our strategy and achieve our Purpose.As a workforce, we are the catalyst for our values : we are entrepreneurial; we do the right thing; we play to win; we put patients first and we follow the science. As a company we appreciate and take great pride in each team member where every person is brought together through shared values, that underpins a shared purpose. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energised.

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. Join the fastest-growing pharmaceutical in our markets, set up to fuel further growth. Be part of our shared ambition and pride : our strong heritage, our turnaround story, and early investment and commitment in International markets. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energized.

About Our Market Team

Our Market Access team plays a crucial role in creating and expanding patient access to AstraZeneca medicines across therapeutic areas. We act as connectors, bringing together the healthcare ecosystem through policy shaping, partnerships, stakeholder engagement, sharing innovative value stories about our science-led medicines, and co-creating innovative payor solutions. We help transform healthcare and, most importantly, improve and save lives through innovation.

We apply creativity and imaginative thinking in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. AstraZeneca is a place unlike any other to develop capabilities and grow. We are always looking for our next challenge with both a local and global mindset.

What you will do

• You will partner with cross-functional teams and external partners in preparing new medicine launches to ensure that AstraZeneca’s life-changing medicines reach as many patients as possible.
• You will be part of a dynamic team that lays the groundwork for Pricing, Reimbursement, Health Technology Assessment and Patient Access.
• This role will report to the Market Access and Government Affairs Director and will be field-based.
• You will be responsible for achieving reimbursement of high-value Oncology and Haematology molecules by Private Funders through :
• Scientific engagements with Funders at Medical Aid Schemes, Medical Aid Scheme Administrators and Managed Healthcare Organizations for optimal reimbursement through evidence-based decision-making.
• Identify evidence requirements and utilize clinical trials to support value story.
• Building relationships with key players and their influencers through 1 : 1 and group scientific engagements.
• Participating in relevant Scientific Society meetings; industry meetings; and feedback to cross-functional team(s) for input into trends in diagnosis, monitoring, and treatments in the therapeutic area, etc.
• Communicating Product Value utilizing Health Economics Tools Health Technology Assessment; Innovative Value Solutions, amongst others.
• Build relevant, solid value arguments with supporting health economic and budget impact analysis.

Typical accountabilities

• To ensure that selected BioPharma Rare Diseases & Immunology products are readily available through the removal of reimbursement hurdles and to identify access expansion opportunities.
• Develop & maintain scientific expertise of company products and related therapeutic areas.
• Keep abreast of cutting-edge research and literature in respective therapeutic areas.
• Support commercial field teams in addressing reimbursement or access challenges.
• Develop strategies and tools to enable the early identification of eligible patients for AZ products.
• Funder Engagement and scientific support for BioPharma Rare Diseases & Immunology products.
• Scientific Ambassador to achieve competitive advantage and expand access to treatment through increased reimbursement.
• Interpretation and the tailoring of available evidence to support funding of AZ brands in collaboration with the medical division.
• Establishing sustainable stakeholder relationship based on scientific rigor and integrity with Medical Aid Schemes; Medical Aid Scheme Administrators; Drug Formulary Committees; Patient Advocacy Groups; Patient Access Programs and Patient Support Programs, amongst others.
• Capability Building for stakeholders to establish funding and / or increased access to treatment.
• Developing Clinical Reimbursement Dossiers and other tools for clinical engagements with stakeholders for funding purposes.
• Foster Collaboration between Academia, HCP’s, Funders and Guideline Associations.
• Obtain feedback and funding advice on AZ Brands through peer-to-peer interactions and / or Access Advisory Boards.
• Attend and actively participate in relevant working groups at Industry Associations.

Essential skills & experience

• Completed PhD- Doctorate Degree in Science
• At least 2 years’ experience in a Science Liaison or Market Access role
• Experience in relationship and stakeholder management.
• Pharma Experience
• Very good command of English
• Understanding of multiple aspects of Market Access; Clinical evidence would be advantageous
• Knowledge of the latest technical and regulatory developments.

What’s next

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!

Where can I find out more?

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Date Posted

16-Sept-2025

Closing Date

23-Sept-2025