Associate Director, Global Oncology Publications

Do you have expertise in and passion for Medical Affairs in Oncology?  AstraZeneca’s vision in Oncology is to help patients by redefining the cancer-treatment paradigm with the bold ambition to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. We are proud to work on groundbreaking science with one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the business! Help to advance our pipeline by applying expertise and accelerating our pathway to finding a cure. 

The Associate Director is responsible for the development of aspects of an integrated and strategic Global Publication Plan, in collaboration with the Global Publications Director and under the supervision of the Global Publications Senior Director. They will have accountability for the delivery of the agreed medical, scientific, and technical publications.

This role is 60% in office in Gaithersburg, MD.

What you'll do:

• Lead the development of specific elements of the publication strategy and tactical plan for Oncology global clinical studies in humans from Phase Ib-IV, and non-clinical trial sources including health economics and outcomes research, epidemiology, real-world evidence (RWE), payer, and non-interventional studies.

• Act either as a technical expert or supervisor in supporting the delivery of publication tactics

• Project management of publications activities/deliverables within the function, across Medical Affairs, and where required this may be aligned to a specific tumor plan or across multiple indications 

• Accountable for managing external agency partners in the delivery of defined publications activity, ensuring quality and delivery standards are adhered to 

• Keep own knowledge of best practices and new relevant developments up to date

Required for the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in a Scientific of Medical field

• At least 1 year experience with publications in a pharmaceutical/biotech setting, and/or with a medical communications agency

• Knowledge of applicable industry guidelines and standards

• Be independent, organized, and able to act as a leader in a fast-paced environment

• Communicate with collaborators regarding the planning and development of publication deliverables

• Promote and adhere to company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards in all publications

• Strong project management skills and ability to collaborate with agency partners

Nice to have:

• Therapeutic knowledge in oncology

• Advanced degree in a scientific or medical field (eg PharmD, PhD, MD)

• Knowledge of publication management systems

• Certification as a Medical Publication Professional (CMPP) desired

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organization to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering groundbreaking methods, and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested? Come and join our journey.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $138,296 to $207,444 . 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 and eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program. Benefits offered include 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.  ​​​