Executive Director Global Project Leader, Oncology R&d

AstraZeneca

Base: $246,069.60 - $369,104.40; bonus/equity: sho...
10+ years oncology drug development experience
Leadership of cross-functional global teams
Strategic execution of clinical development plans
The role serves as the 'CEO' of the asset with overall accountability for the strategy, budget, timeline, and execution of a portfolio of pre-clinical and clinical stage therapeutic candidates

Job Summary

  • The role serves as the 'CEO' of the asset with overall accountability for the strategy, budget, timeline, and execution of a portfolio of pre-clinical and clinical stage therapeutic candidates.
  • Candidates must demonstrate success in developing oncology agents with a strong understanding of diverse biological mechanisms including Immuno-Oncology, Antibody-drug Conjugates, and Cell Therapy.
  • The position offers a competitive annual base pay ranging from $246,069.60 to $369,104.40 along with short-term incentives, equity-based long-term programs, and comprehensive health benefits.

Matching Summary

The role serves as the 'CEO' of the asset with overall accountability for the strategy, budget, timeline, and execution of a portfolio of pre-clinical and clinical stage therapeutic candidates.

Salary

Base: $246,069.60 - $369,104.40; Bonus/Equity: Short-term incentive bonus and equity-based long-term incentive program available; Benefits: Qualified retirement program, paid vacation/holidays, medical, dental, vision coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years oncology drug development experience
  • Leadership of cross-functional global teams
  • Strategic execution of clinical development plans
  • Experience with IO ADC and Cell Therapy platforms

Nice-to-have

  • High integrity in difficult situations
  • Ability to pivot based on emerging data
  • Business development due diligence experience
  • Strong collaboration across diverse cultures

Key Requirements

  • Graduate degree (PhD, PharmD, or MD/PhD)
  • 10+ years leading oncology drug development
  • Demonstrated success in early phase non-clinical and clinical development
  • Regulatory knowledge and strategic leadership capability

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