US Head of Early Assets, CVRM Medical

AstraZeneca•Wilmington, DE

23d

About The Position

At AstraZeneca we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with the utmost integrity even in the most difficult situations because we are committed to doing the right thing. We continuously forge partnerships that help pursue outstanding medicines in new ways, combining our people’s outstanding skills with those of people from all over the globe. AstraZeneca holds an outstanding position in CVRM disease, with a range of differentiated medicines both on the market and in development, with an industry leading pipeline. The US Head of Early Assets, CVRM Medical is a critical strategic leadership position that reports directly to the VP Medical Cardiovascular Renal Metabolism (CVRM), within the BioPharmaceuticals Business Unit’s US Medical CVRM franchise. The candidate will work alongside their global counter parts to ensure adequate US input and involvement in our pipeline products that do not yet have dedicated local teams. This role will also work directly with local cross functional teams to build US product and disease area strategies and execution before dedicated teams are established.

Requirements

Sophisticated Scientific Degree (MBBS, PharmD, PhD, or MD) or equivalent education
Medical/clinical/scientific expertise in Cardiovascular, Renal, Metabolic or related field
10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, ideally in Medical Affairs
Strategic and innovative problem solver with executive presence
Experienced team leader, with a track record of establishing high performance teams
Proven record delivering results in a complex matrix environment, building capabilities, and leading large scale impactful medical initiatives. Experience launching a new product
US Regulatory Strategy Knowledge/Experience, including new product approval, labeling requirements/negotiations
Ability to flex between high level strategy and detailed tactics, as the need arises
Confirmed ability to collaborate and build internal and external networks
Persuasive oral and written communication skills, including the ability to develop and deliver impactful presentations
Confirmed ability to collaborate with individuals of diverse experience and backgrounds, across varying functions, levels within the company, or external organizations, to effectively deliver on goals
Strong intuition for business, with comprehensive understanding of the U.S. healthcare environment

Responsibilities

Accountable for the development and execution of disease area and brand strategies and plans for early CVRM pipeline assets
Act as the main US source of clinical and scientific knowledge for pipeline assets’ disease area, competitive landscape, clinical pathways, and evidence gaps
Participate proactively in global and local conversations to ensure US medical input into global and local strategies
Partner effectively and role‑model effective teamwork across the enterprise
Act effectively as the key US point of contact for the Global Product Team (GPT)
Provide the US viewpoint into global clinical trial strategy and study design
Identify, develop, and maintain positive relationships with key external and internal collaborators
Anticipate future trends and needs in the marketplace
Participate as part of the US Medical CVRM LT to establish a team culture that encourages continued growth and recognition
Ensure compliance with all AstraZeneca corporate policies