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The Oncology Scientific Partnership Medical Director is a member of the Center for Innovations and Medical Excellence group within the US Medical Affairs team. In this role, you will develop and implement systems/institution plans for key sites and networks within your geographic region. Focusing on scientific, clinical, and evidence generation. This is a field-based role, covering (MD, VA, E.PA, DE, DC, NC, SC), and reporting to the National Field Medical Director, Oncology SPMD. The successful candidate will be expected to live within their assigned geographic region.
Using your expertise in oncology and account management, you will define and implement a comprehensive medical strategy at identified priority US systems and networks. Successfully merging unique capabilities of assigned systems and networks with US Oncology Medical Affairs objectives.
This role is part of a collaborative matrix team that partners closely across several functional areas within US Oncology, including but not limited to, Precision Medicine, Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs), Health Economics Outcomes Research (HEOR), Real World Evidence (RWE), Research & Development, External Alliances, National Oncology Account Director (NOAD) team, and related partners.
The SPMD will align with the NOAD team in their assigned territories and serve as their medical partner in identified accounts and networks. The SPMD will champion innovative opportunities through interactions with Cancer Center Leaders (e.g., “C & D” suite) and other USMA staff on tumor specific opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
In conjunction with USMA franchise leadership, develop, support and drive US Oncology Medical Affairs strategy at assigned US-based health systems with a focus on innovation/enterprise-wide activities
Medical partner to NOAD for priority US-based health systems and primary medical contact for leadership within assigned US-based health systems
Develop and maintain a clear medical account strategy plan including an enterprise-wide view that reflects the USMA, R&D, and oncology franchise objectives at assigned health systems
Lead through influence when collaborating with other internal partners at AstraZeneca; including but not limited to HEOR, RWE, MSLs, R&D, External Alliances, and Precision Medicine
Develop strong medical relationships across AstraZeneca functions and key scientific decision makers.
Act as the single point of contact for medical communications to leadership in assigned US-based health systems.
Responsible for coordinating AstraZeneca medical/scientific resources to support the needs of decision makers within assigned US-based health systems.
Develop and drive scientific information exchanges as needed in identified US-based health systems
Attend and participate in key conferences as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Advanced Degree required in a relevant scientific field
3+ years’ of confirmed experience of oncology specific experience within the pharmaceutical industry
Detailed knowledge of the US clinical oncology clinical landscape
Strong interpersonal and project management skills
Strategic influencing and matrix leadership skills to engage internal and external partners
Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment across medical and commercial non-sales functions
Existing peer-level KEE relationships and US-based health system knowledge
Working knowledge of US healthcare landscape, including US regulatory and compliance requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate in Science, Medicine, Pharmacy or equivalent area preferred; MBA preferred
5+ years of oncology specific experience within the pharmaceutical industry
Previous leadership experience in a strategy-setting role in the pharmaceutical industry
AstraZeneca offers the chance to combine scientific depth with commercial impact: working end-to-end across the patient journey, shaping ecosystem solutions that improve outcomes, operating with high autonomy in an inclusive environment that encourages experimentation, rapid learning from both successes and failures, and continuous development alongside talented colleagues who are defining what the next decade of oncology innovation looks like.
Ready to help turn breakthrough science into real-world impact for patients? Apply now to join the journey!
The annual base pay for this position ranges from $174,455 to $261,682. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Date Posted
01-Apr-2026Closing Date
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