Strategic Project Manager, US Oncology Medical Affairs

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

4d • $125,000 - $187,500

About The Position

The Strategic Project Manager (SPM) leads projects for the US Oncology Medical Affairs team from initiation through implementation, delivering within established time, budget, and quality parameters. The role partners with Franchise and Indication teams to support organizational strategy and operational excellence, collaborating with global, commercial, medical, and other cross-functional colleagues.

The SPM captures business requirements, assesses supplier solutions, manages risks, and identifies opportunities to support Franchise and broader Medical Affairs objectives. The position operates in a matrix environment and reports to the Senior Director, USMA Business Planning, with functional alignment to Franchise/Functional team leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.).
• Demonstrated project management experience, preferably in medical affairs, oncology, or related pharmaceutical environments.
• Strong written and oral communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in a matrixed, cross-functional environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results on time and within budget.
• Ability to use current AI tools and techniques to streamline processes and optimize ways of working.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with budget and finance planning.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or MS preferred.
• PMP certification.
• Medical Affairs and/or Oncology experience.
• Experience with Six Sigma or Agile Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of multiple projects across Franchise and Indication teams, including development and execution of brand strategic plans for US Oncology Medical Affairs.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project plans using project management tools to align work with business goals and objectives.
• Manage business-planning-cycle timelines, including coordination and support for the Integrated Medical Affairs Plan.
• Provide operational leadership to the Medical Affairs Franchise team and deliver assigned projects and activities with internal and external partners.
• Facilitate Franchise and Indication team priority meetings by setting agendas, driving discussions, tracking decisions, and following up on action items.
• Support the Franchise Head in business planning and collaborate with finance, commercial, and business specialists on franchise-level initiatives and US Oncology business-planning cycles.
• Identify and implement best practices to streamline operations, improve processes, and promote consistency and efficiency.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, trackers, and executive-level presentations.
• Communicate project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders and escalate concerns as appropriate.
• Ensure adherence to compliance standards, policies, and procedures, and support quality and project assurance activities.
• Use tools, including AI, to improve efficiency in workstreams and day-to-day tasks.

Benefits

• Short-term incentive bonus opportunity.
• Eligibility to participate in an equity-based long-term incentive program for salaried roles.
• Retirement contribution for hourly roles.
• Commission payment eligibility for sales roles.
• Qualified retirement program (401(k) plan).
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Paid leaves.
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions.

What This Job Offers

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