Medical Director, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Medical Director, you will play a crucial role within the US Oncology Medical Affairs organization, reporting directly to the Medical Head or Group Medical Lead. Your responsibility will be the execution of medical plans for specific or multiple indications within a specified disease area. At AstraZeneca, we change the practice of medicine and improve the patient experience by generating and communicating compelling medical evidence. We translate our wealth of medical and scientific expertise to ensure that our data helps physicians better treat patients at every point in their journey. We are a high-performing team within a global, growing organization. Our culture is one of openness and transparency, fused with ambition and drive. We work hard to not just meet but go beyond the needs of patients and the wider healthcare industry. We are brave thinkers, bold innovators, encouraged and empowered to try out new and innovative ideas. We have the opportunity to impact every point in the patient journey and reach beyond the interventions that AstraZeneca can influence. By partnering with experts, we gather information and influence across the whole experience.

Requirements

• Master's degree in science-related field, such as Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Medicine, or equivalent
• 3+ years of Medical Affairs experience, with strong knowledge of medical strategy, clinical development, and understanding of field medical science liaison functions
• Expert technical depth in disease area – Hematology/Oncology
• Experience in relationship and partner management (3P’S-Payer, Provider and Patients)
• Project and relationship management experience with track record of strategic influencing skills
• Experience with clinical trial methodology and evidence generation (especially RWE)
• Business Insight, financial and project management skills
• Demonstrated ability work effectively in a cross-functional team environment and to manage a diverse group of responsibilities
• Highly developed written / verbal communication and presentation skills
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate degree, PharmD (MD or equivalent) with Oncology specialization or PhD in Sciences preferred
• Hemato-oncology HQ Medical Affairs experience within the pharmaceutical industry with experience with the clinical management of leukemia disease areas such as Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
• Working knowledge of FDA requirements
• Budget management experience
• Experience delivering country or global medical affairs plans

Responsibilities

• Support Medical Affairs activities in Hematology Oncology Franchise coordinating the development and the implementation of the integrated medical plans (iMAP).
• Lead key projects and supervise budget spend.
• Influence the Field Engagement plan by synthesizing field insights into actionable tactics and modifying plans as vital.
• Complete all Medical Affairs Leadership Team (MALT) directives.
• Support quarterly iMAP reviews at the Core Medical Team (CMT) in collaboration with the Medical Lead.
• Provide cross-functional coverage by supporting the Medical Lead on the CMT and leading WGs as appropriate.

Benefits

• Eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles.
• Qualified retirement programs
• Paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)
• Health, dental, and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

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