External Engagement Strategy Lead - Hematology

AstraZeneca•Gaithersburg, MD

1d•$193,282 - $289,922•Onsite

About The Position

AstraZeneca is seeking an External Engagement Strategy Lead (EESL) to join the US Hematology Medical Affairs team. This role will lead the development and execution of external engagement and medical congress strategies across the Hematology portfolio. The EESL will serve as a strategic connector across US Medical Affairs, Global Medical Affairs, Research and Development, Commercial, and other cross-functional teams. The role will help ensure that AstraZeneca’s scientific capabilities are effectively deployed across medical congresses and external forums to support the Hematology strategy, advance scientific dialogue, and ultimately improve outcomes for patients. This position operates at the intersection of strategy and execution, translating medical priorities into coordinated, insight-led external engagement plans with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and strong governance.

Requirements

Advanced scientific or clinical degree, such as PharmD, PhD, MD, NP/PA, MSc, or equivalent.
Hematology-Oncology expertise and a strong understanding of the clinical, scientific, and treatment landscape.
At least three years of Medical Affairs experience, with knowledge of medical strategy, clinical development, Field Medical operations, and evidence generation, including real-world evidence.
Demonstrated experience developing and delivering short- and long-term medical congress and external engagement strategies in a US pharmaceutical environment.
Strong cross-functional leadership, strategic influencing, relationship management, and project management capabilities.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex scientific information clearly to a range of audiences.
Strong analytical, organizational, financial, and business planning skills.
Ability to work effectively in a highly regulated, complex, and matrixed environment.
Willingness to travel approximately 10–30%.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate or clinical degree with an oncology specialization.
Previous Hematology or Hematology-Oncology Medical Affairs experience.
Experience working across US Medical Affairs, Global Medical Affairs, Research and Development, Commercial, and other cross-functional organizations.
Experience operating in a headquarters-based or highly matrixed environment.
Working knowledge of FDA requirements, industry standards, and integrated evidence planning.
Experience leading congress strategies and partnerships with professional societies, advocacy organizations, or other external stakeholders.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with digital engagement, virtual platforms, and omnichannel medical education approaches.

Responsibilities

Lead the strategic planning, execution, and follow-up of US and international medical congress activities, including Tier 1 and Tier 2 congresses such as ASH and other priority Hematology meetings.
Serve as the headquarters focal point for priority congresses and collaborate with cross-functional partners to establish clear objectives, engagement priorities, communication plans, and post-congress activities.
Act as the central point of coordination for congress and external engagement planning across Medical Affairs, Global Medical Affairs, Research and Development, Commercial, and other relevant functions.
Partner with Medical Leads, Regional Directors, Scientific Project Managers, and other stakeholders to develop and implement external engagement strategies aligned with Hematology medical plans.
Coordinate engagement with External Scientific Experts and other key stakeholders, including external experts, professional societies, advocacy organizations, centers of excellence, investigators, and other strategic partners.
Build and maintain cross-indication stakeholder maps and segmentation strategies.
Coordinate the timely communication and dissemination of congress-related resources to Field Medical and headquarters teams.
Work with relevant internal teams to gather and incorporate appropriate resources into planning materials and ensure that stakeholders have access to consistent, accurate, and compliant information.
Partner with Team Project Managers and Medical Leads to support budget planning, tracking, and resource allocation for Hematology congress and external engagement activities.
Coordinate external expert contracting and related planning activities for in-person workshops and other initiatives, in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and governance requirements.
Ensure that external engagement and congress activities are planned and executed in accordance with AstraZeneca policies, applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Lead leadership presentations on congress strategies and post-congress reports.
Gather, analyze, and report key performance indicators and insights following congresses and other major engagements to assess effectiveness and inform future planning.
Coordinate the receipt and distribution of meeting summaries and other approved outputs, as appropriate.
Coordinate the distribution of approved internal recognition and incentive programs following congresses, workshops, and training activities, in alignment with relevant leadership and organizing teams.