Associate Director, Evidence Strategy – BioPharmaceuticals Medical, Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

8d • $149,000 - $223,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to take on a role leading studies for medical evidence generation, in close collaboration with other subject experts? We have an exciting opportunity to join our Biopharmaceuticals Medical team (BPM) as Scientific Study Lead within our growing Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism (CVRM) Therapy Area (TA) at our vibrant site in Gaithersburg, US. BioPharmaceuticals Medical (BPM) ensures the best patient outcomes by providing healthcare decision-makers around the world with the evidence and confidence they need on AstraZeneca (AZ) therapies. We provide scientific understanding and medical expertise. Our goal is scientific leadership. We also strive to be a great place to work. Patients remain at the core of all we do! The BPM CVRM Evidence Strategy function leads the Medical Evidence generation across CVRM disease areas. The scope includes different type of scientific studies, ranging from pragmatic interventional studies to observational studies based on secondary data, and internal sponsorship by AZ as well as Externally Sponsored Research by Academia and Health Care Professionals. Typical Accountabilities Scientific study leadership in epidemiology and observational research studies, including planning, design, execution, analysis, interpretation, and communication of assigned observational studies, applying relevant epidemiological and analytical methods. Ensure that the studies fulfill the requirements set by multiple external collaborators. These include regulators, payers, policy makers, HCPs, and patients. This helps facilitate patient access and appropriate use of AZ medicines. Scientifically lead through study review and governance process as well with external database and registry holders, and agencies and authorities, as applicable and ensure that the study related activities have relevant quality and are conducted in accordance with written procedures and current legal requirements and internal standards. Scientific Committee coordination and Investigator Management provide scientific insights and improve the study's overall value. They build constructive interactions with external scientific experts. Promote good research practices, including considerate utilization of emerging methodologies, and technology and represent AstraZeneca’ position when interacting with external experts, collaborative groups, and contract research organizations Manage briefing of senior leaders and internal collaborators on assigned study, as applicable and in collaboration with relevant roles Active contribution to Evidence strategies and study planning to generate the evidence required to transform health care and make sure the patients get access to the right medicine in the right time Contribute with subject matter expertise in corporate governance procedures for review and approval of medical studies (defined by SOPs) as well as internal trainings Facilitate translation of scientific data to relevant messaging and DA/brand narratives to strengthen communication with applicable external stake holders (incl HCPs, Payers, Policy shapers and Patients) Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and partnership by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office in Gaithersburg, MD is purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects. 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. 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. 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.

Requirements

• Doctoral level degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in epidemiology or related health science field and with significant experience (5+ years) in the health care environment, pharmaceutical industry or closely related epidemiological research. Alternatively, an MSc or MPH with substantial experience in the health care environment or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge of epidemiological methodology and the ability to apply it internationally within the pharmaceutical industry. You should have hands-on experience in planning, conducting, interpreting results, and publishing studies. This includes using secondary data and performing primary data collection.
• Communication and collaborative skills with the ability to actively engage and consult with recognized key scientific experts
• Broad knowledge of healthcare systems and ability to provide proactive and strategic scientific leadership applying emerging methodologies and technologies
• Ability to provide critical appraisal to study designs and published studies

Responsibilities

• Scientific study leadership in epidemiology and observational research studies, including planning, design, execution, analysis, interpretation, and communication of assigned observational studies, applying relevant epidemiological and analytical methods.
• Ensure that the studies fulfill the requirements set by multiple external collaborators. These include regulators, payers, policy makers, HCPs, and patients. This helps facilitate patient access and appropriate use of AZ medicines.
• Scientifically lead through study review and governance process as well with external database and registry holders, and agencies and authorities, as applicable and ensure that the study related activities have relevant quality and are conducted in accordance with written procedures and current legal requirements and internal standards.
• Scientific Committee coordination and Investigator Management provide scientific insights and improve the study's overall value. They build constructive interactions with external scientific experts.
• Promote good research practices, including considerate utilization of emerging methodologies, and technology and represent AstraZeneca’ position when interacting with external experts, collaborative groups, and contract research organizations
• Manage briefing of senior leaders and internal collaborators on assigned study, as applicable and in collaboration with relevant roles
• Active contribution to Evidence strategies and study planning to generate the evidence required to transform health care and make sure the patients get access to the right medicine in the right time
• Contribute with subject matter expertise in corporate governance procedures for review and approval of medical studies (defined by SOPs) as well as internal trainings
• Facilitate translation of scientific data to relevant messaging and DA/brand narratives to strengthen communication with applicable external stake holders (incl HCPs, Payers, Policy shapers and Patients)

Benefits

• Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees