Director, Medical, US Cell Therapy

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

AstraZeneca is seeking a Medical Director to join its US Medical Affairs Cell Therapy Team. The role is responsible for developing and executing US Medical Plans in support of the US Cell Therapy Organization and ensuring the planning, alignment, and execution of Medical Affairs activities that support medical objectives.

The position leads the Medical Affairs component of the US Medical Plan for Multiple Myeloma (Cell Therapy), including defining Medical Affairs segmentation, focus, and deployment. It also develops and delivers scientific messaging and education, supports scientific and educational programs aligned with the Medical Plan, provides medical and scientific insights to Oncology Brand Teams, and identifies and engages key clinical investigators for clinical trials and research partnerships.

The Medical Director serves as a key interface between US external scientific experts and other clinical decision makers and the Brand Team, working across Medical Affairs functions and participating on the Brand Leadership Team. The role is based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, with a hybrid schedule requiring three days per week onsite and travel of up to 30% of the time.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in a life science-related field, such as an MD, PharmD, or PhD.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing programs or clinical programs in a team environment.
• Strong knowledge of medical strategy and clinical development, and understanding of field medical science liaison functions.
• Experience and working knowledge of Hematology/Oncology.
• Ability to manage a diverse group of responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Leadership abilities and strategic influencing skills.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Well-developed initiative.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate in Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Medicine, or equivalent.
• Experience in pharmaceutical drug development and medical/scientific affairs.
• Direct experience in clinical trial management.
• Hematology experience, particularly in multiple myeloma and/or cellular therapies.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a strategy-setting role within Medical Affairs.
• Working knowledge of FDA requirements.
• Excellent computer skills, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of information/technology systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute US Medical Plans in support of the US Cell Therapy Organization.
• Ensure planning, alignment, and execution of US Medical Affairs activities in support of medical objectives.
• Drive development and execution of the Medical Affairs component of the US Medical Plan for Multiple Myeloma (Cell Therapy), including defining Medical Affairs segmentation, focus, and deployment.
• Develop and appropriately deliver scientific messaging and education.
• Support scientific and educational programs aligned with the Medical Plan.
• Deliver medical and scientific insights to Oncology Brand Teams.
• Identify and engage key clinical investigators for clinical trials and research partnerships.
• Represent the key interface between US external scientific experts and other clinical decision makers and the Brand Team through interactions with Medical Affairs functions.
• Serve as a member of the Brand Leadership Team.

Benefits

• Short-term incentive bonus opportunity.
• Eligibility to participate in an equity-based long-term incentive program.
• Qualified retirement program (401(k) plan).
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Paid leaves.
• Health benefits, including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director