Senior Group Director, Late Cardiovascular, Renal, Metabolism (CVRM)

AstraZeneca • Boston, MA

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About The Position

The Senior Group Director for Late Cardiovascular, Renal, and Metabolism (CVRM) at AstraZeneca will provide global scientific leadership in the research area of cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic diseases. This role is pivotal in designing, conducting, and overseeing clinical trials, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and regulatory requirements, and ultimately contributing to the development of life-changing medicines. The position involves line management responsibilities, strategic study leadership, and collaboration with global teams to drive innovative science and improve patient outcomes.

Requirements

• M.D. degree or equivalent scientific doctorate (e.g., PhD or PharmD).
• 3+ years of clinical research expertise in relevant therapy areas.
• Good knowledge of biostatistics, global regulatory environment, and pharmacovigilance.
• Proven teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Fluent in oral and written English with good presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Good general medical knowledge in nephrology, cardiology, or metabolic disease.
• Understanding of pharmaceutical industry R&D and major clinical milestones.
• Knowledge of the interplay between clinical, commercial objectives, drug safety, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent practices and compliance with internal SOPs, local regulations, and laws.
• Lead talent development, mentoring programs, and medical education within the line manager group.
• Provide strategic medical and scientific knowledge for assigned projects and studies.
• Deliver medical information and clarifications to Regulators, Ethic Committees, and Investigators for assigned studies.
• Maintain accountability for study design and oversee trial conduct.
• Drive decisions within the Study Team and solve medical issues as they arise.
• Oversee the medical and ethical components of assigned studies, ensuring patient safety in compliance with GCP.
• Manage the delivery of all relevant study documents and oversee safety surveillance on a study level.
• Hold medical accountability for international investigator meetings and support Marketing Companies in national activities.
• Approve the Clinical Study Report and oversee the induction and education of new study team members.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements with a minimum of three days in the office per week.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree