Executive Director, Strategy, Oncology R&D

Executive Director, Strategy, Oncology R&D

Location: Waltham or Gaithersburg

Do you have a strategic mindset, analytical rigor, and people leadership that enables you to deliver positive outcomes on high-impact and complex strategic topics? Are you looking to demonstrate those skills to help lead the team that shapes our future oncology strategy and portfolio?  

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company and our innovative medicines are used by millions of patients worldwide. This is the place to make an impact. Here we ensure everyone can reach their full potential, perform at their best and make a valued contribution to the enterprise. 

Within Oncology R&D, we are empowered to be bold, take calculated risks and use our intelligence and courage to always follow the science. This approach has enabled us to successfully deliver 7 new Oncology medicines in as many years. 

It is the breadth and strength of our innovative pipeline that offers both security and stability. And with the goal to deliver 6 new molecular entities by 2025, it’s up to each of us to keep pushing our industry-leading Oncology pipeline forward and build the future. 

Oncology Strategy, Business Development & Alliances Team 

Our team sits at the center of Oncology R&D – driving our R&D strategy and addressing the unmet needs and future focus of AstraZeneca’s oncology pipeline. We operate both internally and externally, leading collaboration and acquisition opportunities as well as partnering closely with external alliances.

Responsibilities: 

In this role, you will report to SVP, Oncology R&D Strategy, Business Development & Alliances and be accountable for the development and delivery of Therapeutic Area Strategy which may include a specific disease area and/or platform technology based on our latest priorities.

What you will do including: 

How you will operate

• Adviseexecutive senior leadership with clear, actionable insights and recommendations on complex strategic topics.

• Partner with leaders across clinical development, discovery, business development, and other key functions to create cohesive long-term strategies.

• Analyze internal and external data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for portfolio growth and optimization.

• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability across all stakeholder groups.

• Ensure effective communication of strategy, progress, and priorities to diverse audiences, both internal and external.

Basic Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and communication skills

• Effective interpersonal and relationship management skills with consultative approach and ability to interact and build trust

• Operational effectiveness, highly organized process with follow through

• Strong initiative to understand our core business goals and establish processes or programs to set direction, generate alignment and push forward

• Financial background and understanding of forecasts, budgets, financial activities and tools

• Resourceful, motivated, influential and proactive; able to prioritize in a fast-growing organization

• Experience in strategic planning processes and tools

• Scientific background

• Understanding of the pharmaceutical business (including R&D)

• Experience in translating business needs into a coordinated plan from cross-functional senior leadership team

• Ability to develop creative and simple solutions to complex problems

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Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca, we 're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.