AstraZeneca Posted September 17, 2026

Associate Director, Promotional Regulatory Affairs (BBU)

Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States of America Full time
Medical Affairs Associate Director
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About this opportunity

At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. The Associate Director Promotional Regulatory Affairs will work with a with a cross-functional review team and provide regulatory guidance and risk assessment to help business teams develop and deliver initiatives that are intended to comply with applicable laws, rules and regulations governing the advertising and promotion of pharmaceutical products in the US.  Lead review and adjudication of promotional materials as are required through the AstraZeneca Approval Process (AZAP). Represent AstraZeneca to regulatory authorities for assigned brand(s), and projects, as appropriate. Provide promotional regulatory advice and support to cross-functional partners in accordance with their respective strategies and objectives, as well as to provide current PRA interpretations and recommendations related to FDA promotional regulations and associated guidance.

Accountabilities

As the Associate Director Promotional Regulatory Affairs, you will ensure efficient and effective regulatory review and risk assessment of promotional material for all segments (HCP, Consumer, Managed Markets) and media (Print, broadcast and electronic), sales training, faculty training, Proactive Scientific Exchange by SciP, Corporate Affairs communications, and any other materials required to be reviewed through AZAP. Conduct reviews within established timelines and meets expedited requests as priorities and workload allow. Assist in innovative regulatory strategy development and implementation, including risk identification and contingency planning.

You will participate with Commercial Operations, MLR reviewers, and asset owners in asset prioritization and consult meetings, as requested. Provide guidance to the business, as requested, to assist in implementation of Brand(s) strategy.  Develop PRA guidance and job aids on relevant topics for use within the department and for use by cross-functional partners as appropriate

You will manage requests for FDA advisory review of materials and adjudication of incoming/outgoing competitor product complaints, as appropriate.  Help to evaluate Brand(s) regulatory training needs, develop and deliver training in partnership with the Internal and/or External Training Initiative or PRA Skill Center.  Monitor regulatory agency activities, new guidance, and emerging trends in the regulatory environment, and shares such information within PRA and the business, as appropriate.

Essential Skills / Experience

Bachelors Degree in pharmacy, pharmacology, life science, related science field

5 years’ experience in drug/biologic regulatory affairs or related pharmaceutical/biotech field

Working knowledge of FDA promotional regulations and ability to apply such knowledge in review of diverse promotional materials and audiences

Working knowledge of the drug development process

Experience with electronic review and approval programs (VEEVA PromoMats or other) a plus

Desirable Requirements

Experience influencing decision-making of others

Experience in therapeutic areas of AZ focus

Pharmaceutical or biotech regulatory/compliance/commercial/medical affairs experience

Experience working in a team-based environment

Collaborative and solution-oriented mindset

Effective verbal and written communication and influencing skills

Exemplary compliance ethics and high concern for standards

Strategic and analytic thinking and decision-making skills

Ability to manage a diverse workload and quickly adjust to changing business priorities

Ability to manage, coordinate, and execute on projects independently with minimum supervision and in a timely manner

The annual base pay for this position ranges from  $150,202 - $225,303 USD Annual. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  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.

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 pay (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.

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.

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.

Date Posted

17-sept-2026

Closing Date

04-oct-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

Job details

Seniority
Associate Director
Function
Medical Affairs
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States of America
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Medical Affairs role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 343 comparable Associate Director Medical Affairs roles across 90 biopharma companies.

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318Currently active
90Companies hiring similar roles
37Countries represented

Salary context

105 of 343 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

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Respiratory4
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