Job Abstract

Are you ready to innovate and realize the ambitions in our leading Oncology area? Join our globally world-class Oncology area, which is owning the rapid business growth of our enterprise and ever-evolving industry. It’s an exciting time to join as we work towards our big ambitions with entrepreneurial thinking and innovation. It’s up to us to find solutions and act fast to make them happen. As the Medical Head, of Lung Cancer IO, you will be accountable for the strategic direction, and matrix leadership of the Medical Integrated Team (MIT) in the Oncology therapeutic area.

Accountabilities:

Your major responsibilities will include leading the US IO Lung Medical Affairs team, being accountable for the disease area medical strategy, and leading all aspects of the creation of the medical plan for several indications. You will be responsible for the delivery of all U.S.-based evidence activities, including Clinical Trials, Real World Evidence Studies, Investigator-Initiated, and AZ-Sponsored Research, and Publications. You will also lead and develop the Medical Integrated Team to build a highly collaborative team with clear accountabilities and ensure compliance with all AZ corporate policies.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Advanced scientific/medical degree; MD, Ph.D., PharmD, or equivalent
• 6+ years of Oncology therapeutic area experience (academic research, clinical or pharma/biotech setting),
• 5+ years in the Pharmaceutical industry
• 4+ years experience in a strategy-setting role
• Extensive experience in Medical Affairs function within the pharmaceutical industry
• Extensive experience in relationship and collaborator management(3P’s: Payer, Provider, and Patients)
• Effective matrix leadership experience
• Experience working in the US market
• Documented track record of strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Validated partnership and teamwork skills

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Formal training in oncology/hematology/clinical research
• Experience developing and/or launching a new pharmaceutical product
• Experience in leading medical affairs teams
• Broad cross-functional pharmaceutical and cross-functional general management experience
• Strong scientific background; knowledge and experience in oncology, tumor biology, and cancer research
• Global experience within the pharmaceutical industry
• Working knowledge of FDA requirements
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally. Travel will average 20-30% of the time

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?

In Medical Affairs at AstraZeneca, we change the practice of medicine and improve the patient experience by generating and communicating compelling medical evidence. We translate the wealth of medical and scientific expertise to ensure the data we produce helps physicians to better treat patients at every point in the journey. We are recognized as the strategic partner for Research & Development and Commercial. This means we have a deep and broad understanding of both functions, which enables us to effectively translate scientific evidence into clinical practice for patients. We leverage our partnerships with external experts across the industry, to create and communicate evidence that changes medical practice.

Are you ready to be part of a leading team, area, and business with big ambitions to eliminate cancer as a cause of death? Apply now and turn the possibility into reality and build a leading Oncology career with AstraZeneca.

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