Medical Director, Small Cell Lung Cancer

AstraZeneca

Gaithersburg, MD, US
Base: $193k to $289k; bonus/equity: short-term inc...
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3+ years medical affairs experience
Headquarters medical affairs experience
Stakeholder management with payers providers patients
** AstraZeneca is seeking a Medical Director for Small Cell Lung Cancer within their US Oncology Medical Affairs team in Gaithersburg, MD. The role involves strategic planning, external engagement, and oversight of medical projects to improve patient outcomes, requiring significant experience in Medical Affairs and an advanced scientific degree. **

Job Summary

  • This pivotal role is accountable for driving medical plans for specific indications within the Small Cell Lung Cancer disease area.
  • The position requires coordinating integrated Medical Affairs Plans, supporting launch readiness reviews, and shaping field engagement strategies.
  • AstraZeneca offers a collaborative culture with hybrid work options, competitive compensation including base pay ranging from $193K to $289K, and comprehensive benefits.

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** AstraZeneca is seeking a Medical Director for Small Cell Lung Cancer within their US Oncology Medical Affairs team in Gaithersburg, MD. The role involves strategic planning, external engagement, and oversight of medical projects to improve patient outcomes, requiring significant experience in Medical Affairs and an advanced scientific degree. **

Salary

Base: $193K to $289K; Bonus/Equity: Short-term incentive bonus and equity-based long-term incentive program available; Benefits: 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, leaves, medical, dental, vision coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3+ years Medical Affairs experience
  • Headquarters Medical Affairs experience
  • Stakeholder management with Payers Providers Patients
  • Project and relationship management skills
  • Evidence generation and clinical trial methodology

Nice-to-have

  • Direct budget leadership experience
  • Country-level medical affairs planning
  • Technical regulatory policy expertise
  • Real-world evidence generation knowledge
  • Advanced scientific degree preferred

Key Requirements

  • Advanced Medical/Scientific Degree (Masters minimum)
  • Prior headquarters Medical Affairs function experience
  • Validated stakeholder management expertise
  • Foundation in business operations and financial management

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