Do you have expertise in, and curiosity for leading Medical Affairs teams in Oncology? Apply your experience to changing the way cancer is treated at AstraZeneca, a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines. Help to advance our incredible pipeline by applying expertise and accelerating our pathway to finding a cure.

A dedicated Oncology Business Unit (OBU), this is the place to build a best-in-class career. AstraZeneca’s vision in Oncology is to help patients by redefining the cancer-treatment paradigm with the bold ambition to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. We are proud to work on ground-breaking science with one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the business.

Reporting to the Medical Head, the US Oncology Medical Affairs Group Medical Lead plays a pivotal role in channelling our scientific capabilities and strategy to make a positive impact on changing patients’ lives. Join us at our dynamic site in the greater DC Metro area in Gaithersburg, MD!

What You'll Do:Lead a team of Medical professionals to cultivate an environment of inclusion, shared goals, clear responsibilities, and continuous improvementIndependently oversee the development the iMAP and respective financial requirements to implement individual asset or tumour area plans within a specific disease areaOversee in the development and execution of the Medical Plan for Launch Readiness ReviewsDevelop the asset and/or indication strategy and ensure the deliveryCollaborate with HEOR to deliver Real World Evidence Projects across asset and tumour areasProvide training to enhance Field Medical team scientific skills in collaboration with Global MedicalRepresent the CMT recommended evidence needs and communicate to GMA in defining the ESE priorities for engagement at a congress levelComplete quarterly reviews at the Core Medical Team & the Franchise Head iMAP & financial reviewsSupport the Medical Lead in Promotional Materials Review Team to independently review assets & other content inputIndependently review ES budgets, concept & protocolLead the Advisory Board Strategy, planning, and executionMinimum Qualifications:Advanced Medical/Scientific degree with at least 5-7 years of Oncology experience, including a minimum of 3 years in an HQ Medical Affairs roleAbility to manage end to end Medical Affairs accountabilities for multiple indications within a disease areaEffective matrix leadership experience and partner managementExperience in evidence generation planning and clinical trial designExcellent communication and financial budget managementPreferred Qualifications:Doctorate degree (MD, PharmD or PhD) with specific Oncology Lung focusExtensive knowledge of the latest technical, regulatory, policy and patient–centric developmentsProduct Launch Experience and FDA requirementsExperience working in US market

Are you ready to bring insights and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours. Apply today.

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 follow all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements

Date Posted

27-Sep-2024

Closing Date

04-Oct-2024Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

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