Director, Global Oncology Policy & Advocacy (Lung Cancer)

Director, Global Oncology Policy & Advocacy (Lung Cancer)

Gaithersburg, USA

About the Role

AstraZeneca is driving a revolution in cancer care, aiming to develop cures for every type of cancer by following the science and unraveling cancer’s complexities. As Director, Global Oncology Policy & Advocacy (Lung Cancer), you will be instrumental in shaping policy and external advocacy initiatives, working closely and in partnership with the Senior Director, Global Oncology Policy & Advocacy.

In this role, you will collaborate with country offices, key partners, and the Global Oncology Policy & advocacy team to help redefine lung cancer care within health systems. You will help implement engagements with leading international institutions and coalitions to advance global and regional health policies, ensuring patient-centric approaches and improvements in outcomes for those affected by lung cancer.

Key Accountabilities

Based in Gaithersburg, you'll be part of our global oncology corporate affairs group, where every person plays a part in our story. In particular, this role will focus on: 

Enabling healthcare system transformation in lung cancer care:

Work together with key stakeholders to strengthen AstraZeneca’s network among lung cancer patient advocacy organizations and policy partners. You will partner in initiatives addressing priority challenges in lung cancer, such as improving access to molecular diagnostics, multi-disciplinary care, and innovative therapies.

Amplifying the patient voice and experience:

Support a variety of teamsto work with patients, caregivers, and advocacy partners to develop and share impactful patient narratives that inspire change in lung cancer services. Help ensure that robust patient insights are incorporated into AstraZeneca’s internal and external efforts.

Building market and regional partnerships:

In partnershipwith government affairs, patient advocacy, and business leaders across regions and markets. You will support the implementation of projects focused on early detection, risk reduction, faster diagnosis, and equitable access to advanced treatments, especially in those settings with the greatest unmet needs.

Collaborating cross-functionally:

Partner with oncology medical, commercial, diagnostics, and market access teams to help shape and execute public policy and advocacy strategies for lung cancer. You will contribute to strategic counsel for business leadership related to policy and patient advocacy, always in close cooperation with other leaders in Global Corporate Affairs.

To excel in this position, you should possess the following skills and capabilities:

• Work optimally in a matrix organization

• Strategic problem solver with the ability to comprehend sophisticated matters   and chart a clear path forward 

• Leadership capability with strong self-awareness

• Self-starting, independent, entrepreneurial demeanor

• Eagerness and ability to collaborate with and mobilize different people and organizations

• Ability to communicate optimally with senior leadership, peers, and various partners

• Profound knowledge in the field of oncology, patient advocacy and understanding of how health systems operate

Essential Experience & Skills

• Five to ten years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, patient advocacy, or medical societies, preferably in oncology (ideally lung cancer or similar disease area). 

• Proven understanding of healthcare systems and experience supporting healthcare policy change at country level.

• Demonstrated involvement in successful policy and advocacy projects across regions or countries.

• Leadership acumen with strong self-awareness and the ability to consistently support and advance strategies alongside senior colleagues and external partners.

• Strategic thinking ability to distil complex challenges and support the advancement of clear solutions.

• A proactive, independent, and entrepreneurial attitude combined with an eagerness to collaborate effectively in a shared leadership environment.

• Exceptional communication skills to support interactions with senior leadership, peers, and various external stakeholders. 

• High School Diploma Essential

Why AstraZeneca? We create an environment where you are empowered to own your work and trusted to deliver every day. Our rapid, collaborative culture is designed for innovative thinkers. AstraZeneca is also committed to providing equal opportunities and accommodations for all applicants. This is your opportunity to make a difference for patients and help shape the future of lung cancer care, working side-by-side with inspiring leaders.

Join us on our mission to transform the lives of lung cancer patients and create real change in global health.

Apply today!

Maryland Pay Transparency

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $150,596 - $227,000 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 salary (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

07-Jul-2025

Closing Date

13-Jul-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.