Senior Director Evidence Strategy

Are you ready to lead the charge in evidence generation, advancing clinical practice and improving patient outcomes? Join our Biopharmaceuticals Medical team as a Senior Director Evidence Strategy within the Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism Therapy Area. BioPharmaceuticals Medical ensures optimal patient outcomes by equipping healthcare decision-makers globally with the evidence and confidence they need regarding AstraZeneca therapies. We offer scientific insights and medical expertise, aiming for scientific leadership while keeping patients at the core of everything we do. The BPM CVRM Evidence Strategy function spearheads evidence strategy across CVRM disease areas, encompassing various scientific studies from pragmatic interventional to observational studies based on secondary data.

Accountabilities:
• Develop and implement evidence strategy for a specific disease area and asset, aligned with overarching strategy and medical priorities.
• Manage evidence activities and resources within the applicable disease area.
• Design studies and analytical methods to generate robust scientific evidence, facilitating healthcare transformation through diverse research methodologies.
• Establish governance procedures for reviewing and approving medical studies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to leverage relationships and achievements through diverse skills and expertise.
• Build relationships with academia, healthcare professionals/investigators, and commercial external service providers.
• Plan strategic publications and translate scientific data into relevant messaging to strengthen communication with external stakeholders.

Essential Skills/Experience:
• Doctoral level degree (PhD/PharmD/MD), or MSc with significant experience (10+ years) in evidence generation in pharma business, CRO, or academia.
• Extensive hands-on experience in clinical/observational research, drug development process, and relevant guidelines (GCP/ICH), preferably from the pharmaceutical industry, ideally including both local and global roles.
• CVRM therapeutic and disease area knowledge.
• Broad knowledge of healthcare systems and the evolving role of Medical Affairs.
• Persuasive communicator in English, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multi-cultural matrix environment.

Desirable Skills/Experience:
• MD with clinical experience.
• Pharma industry experience, preferably including experience from local Marketing Company.
• Experience leading and managing in a global, matrix environment.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in evidence generation strategy and delivery to support physician/payer/policy/patient needs.
• Ability to interact widely and effectively across functions, regions, and cultures.
• Experience and knowledge within compliant management of Externally Sponsored Research.

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.

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $240,212.80 to $360,319.20. 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. 

AstraZeneca offers a dynamic environment where you can be at the forefront of shaping healthcare's future. With opportunities for growth and development, we provide medical leadership across the product lifecycle—from advising on R&D investment decisions to leading pre-launch scientific efforts. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation that makes a real difference in patients' lives. Here, you can leverage your skills to contribute to transformative change while experiencing personal growth.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now to join our thriving team!

Date Posted

22-Oct-2025

Closing Date

30-Oct-2025

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