Global Clinical Head (Pulmonologist)- Executive Director
About The Position
This role is for a Global Clinical Head (Executive Director) within the Infectious Disease Unit, focusing on the prevention of infections in patients with chronic respiratory diseases. The position offers a unique opportunity to lead clinical research, shape medical/scientific strategies, and contribute to the development of potential medicines. The successful candidate will be a medical leader for a cross-functional team, driving action towards improving global public health and elevating the Infectious Disease Unit's pipeline. This role provides significant development opportunities while contributing to AstraZeneca's mission.
Requirements
- Graduate of a recognized school of medicine with an MD degree or equivalent with board-certification in pulmonology.
- Demonstrated clinical research expertise in Pulmonology (especially in COPD and bronchiectasis).
- Pharma industry experience in clinical drug development for at least 10 years.
- Experience in early and late stage program development and trial conduct.
- Developed/delivered in parallel multiple complex and/or large studies (e.g., including but not limited to global, pivotal Phase 3 efficacy studies).
- Demonstrated ability to lead the development of a program strategy (e.g., Clinical Development Plans) and be accountable for project plans, timelines, progress, and outcomes.
- Writing and delivery of global regulatory submissions (e.g., NDA/BLA submissions, benefit/risk assessment) and interacting with major Health Authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA, PMDA, CDE).
- Demonstrated ability leading and motivating teams in a matrix environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and mentor physicians and other clinical scientists.
- Significant hands-on clinical drug development experience and scientific credibility.
- Demonstrated ability to cultivate excellent cross-functional collaborations.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels of the organization.
- Must demonstrate high integrity.
Nice To Haves
- Infectious disease and/or vaccine expertise.
- Named Investigator on a number of clinical trials.
- Significant and consistent peer-reviewed publication track record.
Responsibilities
- Overall clinical leadership of one or more global products in the Infectious Disease pipeline, specifically related to the prevention of infections in patients with chronic respiratory diseases.
- Responsible for medical/scientific strategies for the clinical components of the Target Product Profile (TPP), Clinical Development Plan (CDP), and regulatory documents (e.g., briefing documents, CTD/BLA, core labelling texts).
- Accountable for the clinical, scientific, and value content and delivery of the medical components for the program to time and quality within the Clinical Project Team.
- Serve as the team’s voice and representative on the Global Project Team that oversees the overall strategy of Infectious Disease Unit’s products.
- Organize and deliver Advisory Boards with international Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs).
- Apply AI-enabled and generative AI tools to support clinical development activities (e.g., data analysis, medical writing, clinical trial operational efficiency).
Benefits
- Qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Paid leaves
- Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
- Short-term incentive bonus opportunity
- Equity-based long-term incentive program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
