Oncology Nurse Educator - Northwest
As an Oncology Nurse Educatorsupporting assignedportfolio in the NORTHWEST territory (WA, OR, ID, MT WY),you will play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients' livesthroughthe provision of nurse education.
AstraZeneca’s vision in Oncology is to help patients by redefining the cancer-treatment paradigm, with the aim of bringing abroad pipeline of next-generation medicines focused principally on six tumor areas - breast, ovarian, lung, gynecology, genitourinary, gastrointestinal, and hematologicalcancers. As well as other tumor types, these are being targeted through five key platforms - immunotherapy, the genetic drivers of cancer and resistance, DNA damage repair, and antibody drug conjugates underpinned by personalized healthcare and biomarker technologies.
Reporting to the WEST Nurse Educator Director, the Oncology Nurse Educator will implement Nurse Education strategies and provide education to community and academic institutions, hospitals, health careprovidersand pharmacies byutilizingtheir professionalexpertiseand clinical training.
Responsibilities:
ClinicalEducation:
ApplyOncologyNurseEducatorrole-specificclinicalknowledgeindiscussionofproductanddiseasestate content, terminology, and concepts with customers
Educates nurses and other health care providers on adverse event (AE) profiles andappropriate patientmanagementtosupportthesafeandeffectiveuseofAZproducts,inanon-promotionaldiscussionutilizingcontent consistent with labelling
Answercustomer-specificquestionsregardingAEsassociatedwithanAZoncologymedicine
Speakatoncologynursingeducationeventstoeducateabroadcross-sectionofnursesinanabove-brandenvironment
Apply approved educational materials to effectively address account needs while ensuring alignment with nurse education strategic imperatives and adherence to all compliance requirements
ArolemodelfortheAZvalueswhodiligentlyandconsistentlyupholdsourethicalstandardsandcomplianceexpectations
CustomerKnowledge&Insights:
Demonstratesdeepinsightintocustomerandassociatedinstitutionalneeds
Demonstratesanunderstandingofthevariouscustomersegments(e.g.differentnursingspecialties)and environments (e.g.Community Oncology, Academic Institutions)
CustomerFocus&Engagement:
Buildscredibilityandtrustduringcustomerinteractionsbyunderstandingtheiroperationalpractices,decision- making processes, standards of care, priorities, and potential changes in needs
ConsidersthepatientjourneyandaccounteducationalneedsandutilizesapprovedAZresourcestoaddresstheseneeds
AccountPlanning&Execution:
Developsmeaningfulnurseeducationaccountplanswithclearobjectives,actions,responsibilities,timelines,and allocation of resources
Demonstrates written and oral communication skills that supports cross functional collaboration and coordination of customers’ needs
Develops and accomplishes a routing plan to improve time and impact in the field
Teamwork & Collaboration:
Contributestoandengageswithcross-functionalteaminahighlyintegratedway
Demonstratescommitmenttothekeyaccountmanagementprocessbysharingperspectives,linkscustomer insights and recommends strategies to integrate perspectives across nurse education solutions
ArolemodelforlivingtheAZvalueswhodiligentlyandconsistentlyupholdsourethicalstandardsandcomplianceexpectations.
Otherdutiesasassigned
Essential Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 4+ years Oncology nursing experience
- Active RN license in territory
- 80% Travel
- Mustresidewithin the assigned geography; residence within one hour of a major airport is strongly preferred
Desireable:
- Experience as Clinical Nurse Educator or clinical professional in pharmaceutical industry
Master’s degree in nursing or a related healthcare field
Oncology nursing certification from a recognized professional nursing organization (e.g., OCN® or equivalent) preferred.
Skills and Experience:
- Adverse events & patient management expertise
- Effective educational presenter and discussion facilitator of Registered Nurses, Pharmacy Staff and Advanced Practitioners on all aspects of disease state and product information as it relates to patient care strategies and adverse event management.
- Strong commitment to ethical business conduct
- Embraces and sustains a patient-centric approach that caters to customers’ educational needs in connection with patient and adverse event management strategies.
- Applies knowledge and understanding of customer educational needs and priorities.
- Engages customers by aligning approach based on customer interests and AZ strategy and goals.
- Develops collaborative relationships within AZ to work toward a common goal and solve complex patient journey challenges.
- Ability to work independently with discretion and judgment without regular direct supervision
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent computer skills i.e. Microsoft office, Excel, Power point
At AstraZeneca, we are driven by the solutions we bring to the healthcare ecosystem. It powers us to make an impact at every step of the patient journey. We're always nurturing and protecting our teams to remove any barriers to innovation and experimentation. If you like to run fast, this is the place for you. We thrive on the pace and energy, with a winning approach we can make anything happen. We are constantly thinking big to answer new challenges. We push ourselves to start small and scale fast. The pioneers of digital and innovative solutions that have never been seen before.
Are you ready to join us on this journey? To be part of shaping the future? To work with top people to build a diverse career and learn what Commercial looks like at its best? If so, apply today!
The annual base pay for this position ranges from $151,081-$ 226,622. 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
25-Feb-2026Closing Date
03-Mar-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
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