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Regional Medical Director, Breast Diagnostics US

Location Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States Job ID R-225118 Date posted 22/04/2025

Regional Medical Director, Breast Diagnostics US

Introduction to role

The Regional Director, Medical Diagnostics (RDMD), is a field-based Pathologist responsible for territories in the US. This role requires a history of diagnostic industry experience or clinical laboratory experience in breast diagnostics and pathology. Anatomic pathologist preferred. Ideal candidate: MD in Anatomic Pathology (US-board certified preferred), collaborates with professionals, aligns commercial/scientific goals.

Accountabilities

The RDMD is responsible for developing and implementing external engagement strategies with Key External Experts and selected State Pathology societies consistent with Medical Affairs teams' objectives. Additional accountabilities include adhering to internal standard processes, aligning with regulatory and compliance requirements, and sustaining expertise in the diagnostic, biomarker, and competitive landscapes.

What you'll do:

  • Evaluate and contribute expertise to the U.S. diagnostic strategy for current and future oncology products
  • Recommend and deliver diagnostics-focused educational content targeted to HCPs, primarily pathologists
  • Develop external engagement strategy and own relationships with key leaders in the diagnostic and biomarker area
  • Generate pathology-related insights to shape U.S. Medical Diagnostic strategies
  • Collaborate with relevant business partners for the development, alignment, and execution of the Medical Diagnostic strategy within the Medical Affairs plans and budgets

Essential Skills/Experience

  • Advanced medical degree (MD)
  • US board-certified pathologist
  • Relevant work experience in industry, clinical, or research institution with emphasis in pathology or tissue diagnostics
  • Deep understanding of diagnostic FDA environment, clinical laboratory practices including CAP/CLIA lab requirements and test implementation
  • Experience in US Medical Affairs especially US.
  • Ability to interact productively with both commercial and medical colleagues
  • Experience in developing and maintaining new relationships with External Experts
  • Ability to travel up to 40% of time

Desirable Skills/Experience

  • Existing relationships with relevant Professional Societies and Scientific Medical Experts
  • Experience in a strategy-setting role within Medical Affairs
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities within a matrixed organization
  • Knowledge and/or expertise in breast therapeutic area

Why AstraZeneca?

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.

At AstraZeneca, we are proud to work on the forefront with one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the business. Help to advance our pipeline by applying scientific expertise and accelerating our pathway to finding a cure.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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