Manager, Medical Ethics

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and ignite 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.

AstraZeneca in Canada

Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, AstraZeneca has been recognized as a Greater Toronto Area Top Employer for eight straight years. We pride ourselves on creating a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, entrepreneurial thinking and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe.

To best support our employees in balancing personal and work commitments, we’ve embraced a hybrid model of working that gives employees flexibility in how they manage their time. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.

Our commitment to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking bold action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.

Our Position

Are you passionate about shaping the future of ethical standards in the pharmaceutical industry? At AstraZeneca, integrity and excellence are at the core of everything we do, even in the most complex environments. As Medical Ethics Manager (Nominated Signatory), you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding ethical and compliant practices across our Oncology business unit. From reviewing and approving materials, to guiding SOP development, delivering training, and advising on interactions with healthcare professionals, you will ensure our activities consistently reflect company values, regulatory requirements, and global ethical standards.

Your roles and responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, Privacy, Regulatory, and other cross-functional partners to interpret company policies on complex ethics and compliance matters, ensuring alignment with Canadian regulations and guidelines.
• Advise on Commercial and Medical projects, from digital initiatives to SOP updates, strengthening internal processes and enabling seamless customer-facing interactions.
• Review and approve promotional and non-promotional materials as the Local Nominated Signatory for the Oncology business unit, ensuring compliance with internal policies, Health Canada’s Distinction Document, the Food and Drugs Regulations (FDR), PAAB guidelines, and other applicable codes and standards.
• Enable knowledge sharing with local Marketing Company teams to optimize brand messages within regulatory and ethical frameworks.
• Champion best practices by sharing successes, supporting issue resolution, and serving as a role model for ethical and professional behaviour.
• Deliver training and communication on SOPs and ethical standards, as needed, to build compliance awareness across teams.
• Guide the Fair Market Value team to ensure consistent application of policies and best practices.
• Conduct Medical Affairs First Line Monitoring and support the implementation of audit action plans, risk assessments, and other ethics and compliance initiatives.

Skills and capabilities:

• Demonstrate high ethical standards with good judgment, a strong grasp of ethical decision-making processes, and the ability to anticipate risks and share best practices.
• Brings a strong compliance approach with the confidence to be assertive, the ability to challenge the business, and the interpersonal skills to influence decisions constructively.
• Operates with independence, accountability, and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Proven ability to collaborate optimally across diverse teams and functions.
• Knowledge of Veeva CRM knowledge an asset

Your qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in Regulatory, Compliance, Pharmacovigilance, Quality Assurance, or Medical Affairs.
• Strong understanding of Canadian pharmaceutical regulations, including the Food and Drugs Regulations (FDR), PAAB guidelines, the IMC Code, Health Canada requirements, and other applicable standards.
• Knowledge and experience in corporate governance principles and practices.

Great People want to Work with us! Find out why:

• GTAA Top Employer Award for 12 years
• Top 100 Employers Award
• Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture
• Learn more about working with us in Canada
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Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today!

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com.

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AstraZeneca is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The range provided in this posting represents an offer pay range used in a majority of situations. The base pay offered will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, and other specific business and organizational needs. In some cases, offers outside the range may also be considered to address unique circumstances.

In addition, our permanent positions offer an annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity as well as eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable to role). Benefits offered for permanent roles include a competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program, 4 weeks’ paid vacation, and annual Personal Days. Fixed Term Contract/Temporary positions (excluding students) are offered a Contract Benefits Program.

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About Us

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We

focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some

of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are 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, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial

spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet

global healthcare and sustainability challenges.

There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive

culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities.

Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all.

Championing Inclusion and Diversity

Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients.

Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking.

Life at AstraZeneca

We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions.

As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential.

Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.