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July 10, 2008

Field Economics Director: AstraZeneca

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

You can at AstraZeneca. AstraZeneca is a major international healthcare business engaged in the research, development, manufacture and marketing of prescription pharmaceuticals and the supply of healthcare services. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.

We have received many honors, including:

  • 100 Best Companies to Work For in America by Fortune Magazine* (2008) *Only large pharmaceutical company included on the list
  • Diversity MBA Magazine Top 50 Companies in Diversity Leadership (2008)
  • Men’s Fitness Top 15 Fittest Companies in America (2008)
  • The Scientist Best Places to Work in Industry (2008)
  • Fit-Friendly Company Award, American Heart Association (2007)
  • 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers by Working Mother Magazine (2002 - 2007)
  • Top Employer, Science Magazine (2002 - 2007)
  • Top 25 Noteworthy Companies, DiversityInc. (2006)

Field Economics Director

In this role, you will collaborate with other field-based Economics Directors, Managed Markets field-based and HQ staff, and Medical Affairs National Account Managers to provide customer liaison between AstraZeneca HQ functions/teams and key Managed Markets, Employer and Governmental customers and/or organizations. Responsibilities will include ensuring that Field Economics outputs meet the standards and needs of internal and external customers, coordinating presentations of research results, maintaining process standards, and participating in the prioritization of marketing needs.

To qualify, you must have an advanced degree and 5-7 years of experience in health services research, biological science, public health, outcomes research or a related field. Ideal candidates will also possess broad experience in the U.S. health care industry and/or managed care, knowledge of pharmaceutical drug development and marketing processes, and an advanced understanding of clinical and/or scientific issues and concepts.

We want you to build a balanced life at AstraZeneca. Your career is just one part of that. We offer competitive salaries, rewards and recognitions for your invaluable time and efforts. We also bring you all the things you need to for your life outside of your work:

  • generous health and welfare benefits
  • flexible scheduling
  • child care programs
  • learning and development opportunities
  • fitness centers
  • and other personal conveniences

At AstraZeneca, we put people first. Whether it’s the patients we help or the employees who make everything we do possible.

Apply now. Visit AstraZeneca’s Online Recruitment Center to complete a profile and apply

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer.

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Contact

iHEA 902-461-4432
902-461-IHEA
416-352-1395 fax

Tom GetzenExecutive Director and CEO
215-242-1196

Bill SwanDeputy CEO