Head of Center for Innovations & Medical Excellence

Introduction to Role:

Join us at AstraZeneca, where we are determined to change the practice of medicine and transform the way we view cancer. As the Head of Center for Innovations & Medical Excellence, you will be a pivotal member of the US medical leadership team, engaging with multiple partners across Research and Development (R&D) and Oncology Business Unit (OBU) - Medical and Commercial. You will lead a team of experts driving medical excellence across medical field teams and HQ medical, improving operational efficiencies, processes, administration, innovative and strategic projects, and internal and external partnerships.

Accountabilities:

As the Head of Center for Innovations & Medical Excellence, your main duties will include acting as a Chief of Staff for the VP of USMA Oncology, developing a framework and operating model for Next-Gen Med Affairs within USMA Oncology, and building and leading a diverse and inclusive proactive team of authorities. You will also be responsible for optimizing insights capturing and applying the right systems and data sources available to the organization (internal & external), driving prioritization, efficiency, and operational excellence, and supervising and evaluating the impact of medical activities.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Sophisticated scientific Degree (MBBS, PharmD, PhD, or MD) or equivalent experience
• 7-10 years of global/in-market Pharma experience
• Oncology experience
• Experience shaping, developing & successfully implementing plans
• Process management expertise: with experience in applying LEAN Methodology to reduce complexity
• Experience in strategic planning processes and tools
• Experience in understanding forecasts, budgets, financial processes, and tools
• Experience in an alliance or strategic partnership
• Experience in translating business needs into a coordinated plan
• Results-orientation with ability to develop creative and simple solutions to sophisticated problems

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Sophisticated scientific Degree (MBBS, PharmD, PhD, or MD) or equivalent experience and an MBA
• A minimum of 10 years of global/in-market pharma experience
• A minimum of 10 years of Oncology and R&D experience
• A minimum of 10 years of experience driving projects in Medical Affairs
• Experience crafting and implementing US/Global strategies
• Experience in leading large-scale, sophisticated transformation and projects

At AstraZeneca, we change the practice of medicine and improve the patient experience by generating and presenting compelling medical evidence. We translate the wealth of medical and scientific expertise to ensure the data we produce helps physicians to better treat patients at every point in the journey. We are recognized as the strategic partner for Research & Development and Commercial. This means we have a deep and broad understanding of both functions, which enables us to effectively translate scientific evidence into clinical practice for patients.

Are you ready to join our globally renowned Oncology area, which is leading the rapid business growth of our enterprise and ever-evolving industry? It’s an exciting time to join as we work towards our big ambitions with entrepreneurial thinking and innovation. It’s up to us to find solutions and act fast to make them happen. Apply now!

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.