Head of Center for Innovations & Medical Excellence
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Introduction to Role:
Join us at AstraZeneca, where we are determined to change the practice of medicine and transform the way we view cancer. As the Head of Center for Innovations & Medical Excellence, you will be a pivotal member of the US medical leadership team, engaging with multiple partners across Research and Development (R&D) and Oncology Business Unit (OBU) - Medical and Commercial. You will lead a team of experts driving medical excellence across medical field teams and HQ medical, improving operational efficiencies, processes, administration, innovative and strategic projects, and internal and external partnerships.
Accountabilities:
As the Head of Center for Innovations & Medical Excellence, your main duties will include acting as a Chief of Staff for the VP of USMA Oncology, developing a framework and operating model for Next-Gen Med Affairs within USMA Oncology, and building and leading a diverse and inclusive proactive team of authorities. You will also be responsible for optimizing insights capturing and applying the right systems and data sources available to the organization (internal & external), driving prioritization, efficiency, and operational excellence, and supervising and evaluating the impact of medical activities.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Advanced scientific Degree (MBBS, PharmD, PhD, or MD) or equivalent experience
7-10 years of global/in-market Pharma experience ideally in the oncology space
Experience shaping, developing & successfully implementing plans
Process management expertise: with experience in applying LEAN Methodology to reduce complexity
Experience in strategic planning processes and tools
Experience in understanding forecasts, budgets, financial processes, and tools
Experience in an alliance or strategic partnership
Experience in translating business needs into a coordinated plan
Results-orientation with ability to develop creative and simple solutions to sophisticated problems
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Sophisticated scientific Degree (MBBS, PharmD, PhD, or MD) or equivalent experience and an MBA
A minimum of 10 years of global/in-market pharma experience
A minimum of 10 years of Oncology and R&D experience
A minimum of 10 years of experience driving projects in Medical Affairs
Experience crafting and implementing US/Global strategies
Experience in leading large-scale, sophisticated transformation and projects
At AstraZeneca, we change the practice of medicine and improve the patient experience by generating and presenting compelling medical evidence. We translate the wealth of medical and scientific expertise to ensure the data we produce helps physicians to better treat patients at every point in the journey. We are recognized as the strategic partner for Research & Development and Commercial. This means we have a deep and broad understanding of both functions, which enables us to effectively translate scientific evidence into clinical practice for patients.
Are you ready to join our globally renowned Oncology area, which is leading the rapid business growth of our enterprise and ever-evolving industry? It’s an exciting time to join as we work towards our big ambitions with entrepreneurial thinking and innovation. It’s up to us to find solutions and act fast to make them happen. Apply now!
The annual base pay for this position ranges from $283,386 to $425,080 Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions 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.
Date Posted
12-Nov-2026
Closing Date
26-Nov-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.
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