AstraZeneca

Medical Director, ALL

AstraZeneca Gaithersburg, MD
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Introduction to Role:

Are you passionate about Medical Affairs in Oncology? Do you have the expertise to make a significant impact in the role of Medical Director for US Oncology Medical Affairs? If so, AstraZeneca could be the perfect fit for you! As a Medical Director, you will play a crucial role within the US Oncology Medical Affairs organization, reporting directly to the Medical Head or Medical Group Lead. Your responsibility will be the execution of medical plans for specific or multiple indications within a specified disease area.

Accountabilities:

In this role, you will support the medical plan by coordinating the development of the iMAP, implementing key projects, and supervising budget spend. You will influence the Field Engagement plan by synthesizing field insights into actionable tactics and modifying plans as vital. You will also complete all MALT directives, support quarterly iMAP reviews at the CMT in collaboration with the Group Medical Lead, and provide cross-functional coverage by supporting the Medical Lead on the CMT and leading WGs as appropriate.

Essential Skills/Experience:


  • A Doctorate in Medicine (M.D., MBBS, D.O) Or PharmD or equivalent
  • 3+ years of Medical Affairs experience
  • Experience in relationship and partner management (3P’S-Payer, Provider and Patients)
  • Project and relationship management experience
  • Experience with Evidence generation and clinical trial methodology
  • Business Insight Foundation knowledge
  • Financial Management Foundation knowledge
  • Matrix team functionality specialist


Desirable Skills/Experience:


  • Doctorate degree, PharmD (MD or equivalent) with Oncology specialization or PhD in Sciences preferred
  • HQ Medical Affairs experience within the pharmaceutical industry
  • Understanding of the latest technical, regulatory, policy, and real-world evidence-generation dimensions
  • Budget management experience
  • Experience delivering country medical affairs plans


When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca, we change the practice of medicine and improve the patient experience by generating and communicating compelling medical evidence. We translate our wealth of medical and scientific expertise to ensure that our data helps physicians better treat patients at every point in their journey. We are a high-performing team within a global, growing organization. Our culture is one of openness and transparency, fused with ambition and drive. We work hard to not just meet but go beyond the needs of patients and the wider healthcare industry. We are brave thinkers, bold innovators, encouraged and empowered to try out new and innovative ideas. We have the opportunity to impact every point in the patient journey and reach beyond the interventions that AstraZeneca can influence. By partnering with experts we gather information and influence across the whole experience.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!
  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Health Care Provider
  • Industries

    Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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