Medical Director - Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

Job Title: Medical Director, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) Location: Gaithersburg, MD (US) – hybrid role, onsite requirement. Job Overview Are you passionate about Medical Affairs in Oncology and want to make a difference for patients? As a Medical Director at AstraZeneca, you will play a crucial role within the US Oncology Medical Affairs organization, reporting directly to the Medical Head or Medical Group Medical Lead. Your responsibilities include executing medical plans for specific or multiple indications within a specified disease area. Accountabilities Support Medical Affairs activities in Hematology Oncology Franchise, coordinating development and implementation of integrated medical plans (iMAP). Lead key projects and supervise budget spend. Influence the Field Engagement plan by synthesizing field insights into actionable tactics and modifying plans as needed. Complete all Medical Affairs Leadership Team (MALT) directives. Support quarterly iMAP reviews at the Core Medical Team (CMT) in collaboration with the Medical Lead. Provide cross‑functional coverage by supporting the Medical Lead on the CMT and leading working groups as appropriate. Essential Skills/Experience Master’s degree in a science-related field such as Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Medicine, or equivalent. 3+ years of Medical Affairs experience with strong knowledge of medical strategy, clinical development, and field medical science liaison functions. Expert technical depth in disease area – Hematology/Oncology. Experience in relationship and partner management (payer, provider, and patient). Project and relationship management experience with a track record of strategic influencing skills. Experience with clinical trial methodology and evidence generation, especially RWE. Business insight, financial and project management skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional team environment and manage a diverse group of responsibilities. Highly developed written, verbal communication and presentation skills. Desirable Skills/Experience Doctorate degree, PharmD (MD or equivalent) with Oncology specialization or PhD in Sciences preferred. Hemato‑oncology HQ Medical Affairs experience within the pharmaceutical industry with experience managing leukemia disease areas such as chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Working knowledge of FDA requirements. Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). Budget management experience. Experience delivering country or global medical affairs plans. Benefits The annual base pay ranges $193,281.60 – $289,922.40 USD, along with short‑term incentive bonuses, equity‑based awards for salaried roles, and commissions for sales roles. Benefits include a qualified retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, holidays, and leaves), and health, dental, and vision coverage per applicable plans. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, we accommodate as required. #J-18808-Ljbffr