Medical Director, GI Cancers

AstraZeneca is a science-led, global biopharmaceutical company with a focused portfolio in core therapies. We are committed to improving the health and lives of people across the globe through our broad research and development platform and a growing late-stage pipeline. Working in over 100 countries, we have a strength in emerging markets, and our medicines are used by millions of patients and clinicians worldwide.

At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big, and working together to make the impossible a reality. We're passionate about the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we believe we can really change the course of medicine and bring big new insights to life. The Medical Director GI Cancers is a key role within the US Oncology Medical Affairs organization. Reporting directly to the [Medical Head or Group Medical Lead], this position is accountable for the execution of Medical plans with either a specific or multiple indications within the gastrointestinal cancers portfolio, passionate about gastro-esophageal cancers and certain hepatocellular cancers. Our exciting portfolio and pipeline provide opportunities to lead/support indications in immune-oncology, ADCs, bi-specifics, and other assets, as well as work with alliance partners for certain indications.

What You’ll Do:

• Support Medical plan through coordinating the development of the iMap, execution of key projects, and tracking budget spend
• Support the Launch Readiness Reviews (LRR) by coordinating and tracking pre-launch activities and ensuring the timely execution of the endorsed LRR plan
• Influence the Field Engagement plan by synthesizing field insights into actionable tactics, share with the business, and modify plans as necessary
• Execute on all MALT (Medical Affairs Leadership Teams) directives as requested
• Support quarterly iMAP reviews at the Core Medical Team (CMT) in collaboration with the Medical Lead
• Support the Promotional Materials Review Team (PMRT) by reviewing derivative content
• Provide cross-functional coverage by supporting the medical lead on the CMT and lead WGs as appropriate
• Responsible for executing and monitoring KEEs/External engagement plans and follow-up to ensure maximum engagement and impact
• Execute effective Advisory Boards by independently setting meeting objectives, discussion guides, and managing communications with vendors
• Execute Medical projects while staying within scope and budget
• Lead congress planning activities, insights gathering, communications, and partner with Field Leadership to ensure pull-through at the event
• Conduct evidence publication reviews and Medical Education Grants Office (MEGO) selection
• Facilitates patient insight knowledge sharing by raising awareness about patient insight strategies and activities with regions, countries, and allied functions
• Helps build patient insight capability by working closely with Medical Affairs colleagues on research alliance initiatives, capability development programs, and tools/technology initiatives
• Responsible for adhering to all required ethical and compliance standards as determined by the organization and/or market within the role

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Sophisticated Scientific Degree (MBBS, PharmD, PhD, or MD) or international equivalent
• 3+ years of Medical Affairs experience
• Experience in relationship and partner management (3P’S-Payer, Provider, and Patients)
• Project and relationship management experience
• Experience with Evidence generation and clinical trial methodology
• Business Insight Foundation knowledge
• Financial Management Foundation knowledge
• Matrix team functionality specialist

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Doctorate degree, PharmD (MD or equivalent) with Oncology specialization or PhD in Sciences preferred
• HQ Medical Affairs experience within the pharmaceutical industry
• Understanding of the latest technical, regulatory, policy, and real-world evidence-generation dimensions
• Budget management experience
• Experience delivering country medical affairs plans

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace, and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Why AstraZeneca?

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.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $193,282-$289,922. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Date Posted

05-Jun-2025

Closing Date

19-Jun-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.