Associate Director of Scientific Communications and Engagement

Are you an effective and creative communicator? Do you enjoy working with a diverse range of people? Are you passionate about scientific advances?

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the internal science engagement and communications strategy for our Early Oncology (EO) and Precision Medicine (PM) group at AstraZeneca.  Working with diverse stakeholders, including scientists, senior leaders and corporate affairs you will use proven and innovative mechanisms to bring our strategy and portfolio to life and inspire communities as we work towards achieving our bold ambition 2030. Through creative and impactful communications, the successful candidate will contribute to our ambition of building a culture of learning and transparency.

This critical role will support the Director, Scientific Communications and Engagement, EO&PM.  The role will support the internal science engagement and communications strategy for Early Oncology, acting as a key partner to the SVP of EO&PM and providing dedicated strategic communications and support to this innovative, progressive and visible leader.

Working with a diverse range of stakeholders, you will develop an exciting internal communications agenda featuring innovative solutions to enhance employee engagement and tell the Early Oncology story. You will partner with global corporate affairs to align and shape science communications that enhance the external reputation of this organisation and AstraZeneca

Typical Accountabilities:

• Implement the internal science communications and engagement strategy for Early Oncology & Precision Medicine, working closely with diverse stakeholders across AstraZeneca including the SVP of Early Oncology & Precision Medicine, Business Planning & Operations leads and the Leadership Teams.

• Draft internal posts for leaders to be shared across internal digital and social channels to mark milestones, broader company campaigns and drive engagement

• Execute internal editorial calendar and messaging to raise the visibility of Early Oncology & Precision Medicine achievements (e.g. milestones) and to communicate our progress

• Provide strategic input into our broader Early Oncology & Precision Medicine internal communications strategy (events, awards, overarching campaigns)

• Work directly with the Early Oncology & Precision Medicine leadership teams to define the strategic focus and develop content for internal and external engagements (e.g. external scientific presentations and Town Hall meetings)

• Support the SVP of Early oncology & Precision Medicine with external and internal scientific presentations

• Overall accountable for delivery of key business reports and milestones for Early Oncology & Precision Medicine to capture scientific achievements / deliverables, working in partnership with the Director of Early Oncology & Precision Medicine Communications

• Partner with Oncology Global corporate affairs to shape external communications to further enhance the external scientific reputation of Early Oncology & Precision Medicine

• Work as a strong, matrix stakeholder manager to deliver in a collaborative and engaging manner leading to successful delivery against goals

Essential requirements:

• BS/BA degree in life sciences or communications or related field 

• 5 + years of experience in healthcare communications 

• Experience supporting senior leaders through communications counsel 

• Experience developing and implementing integrated communication plans both internally and externally 

• Knowledge of R&D and global pharmaceutical market

• Understanding and experience of employee engagement standard methodologies 

• Understanding and experience of issues management 

• Strong understanding of internal and external partners, including physicians, payers and patients 

• Ability to work in a global environment including understanding of cultural differences   

Desirable requirements:

• Understanding and experience of digital and social media 

• National and global communications experience  

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.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now and join us in our mission to change lives

Date Posted

23-mar-2026

Closing Date

06-abr-2026

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.