Medical Lead - Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
AstraZeneca
Summary
As Medical Lead, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), you will help shape and deliver the US Medical Affairs strategy for a priority hematology oncology indication. In this highly visible role, you will lead the Core Medical Team, develop and execute the integrated medical plan, and use scientific, clinical, customer, and multi-channel insights to inform evidence generation, product development, and launch readiness.
Job description
Accountabilities
- Lead the Core Medical Team and develop and execute the integrated medical plan
- Use scientific, clinical, customer, and multi-channel insights to inform evidence generation, product development, and launch readiness
- Collaborate across Medical, Clinical Development, Patient Safety, Commercial, Market Access, and Field Medical teams
- Manage a portfolio of investigator-initiated studies that complement the AstraZeneca clinical development plan
- Lead the real-world evidence strategy for the assigned indication or asset from concept through execution and communication
- Create the US publication plan for generated evidence
- Provide medical review and input for key materials
- Engage strategic external partners and contribute to safety discussions
- Support scientific exchange with field medical and key account teams
Essential Skills/Experience
- A Doctorate in Medicine (M.D, D.O), PhD or PharmD degree plus proven experience
- A minimum of 5+ years of related work experience in industry, clinical or research institution, preferably in onco-hematology, solid tumors, or related experiences
- 1-3 years in HQ Medical Affairs role
- Expert technical depth in disease area – Hematology/Oncology
- Thorough understanding of drug development and pharmaceutical market support and in-depth knowledge of Hematology/Oncology
- Strong leadership with a proven track record of change and impact
- Strong business acumen skills and experience with financial management
- Proven ability to interact productively with both commercial and scientific/medical colleagues
- Ability to travel nationally and internationally up to ~30% of the time
- Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, negotiation and presentation skills
Desirable Skills/Experience
- Active license as Doctorate in Medicine (M.D, D.O), PhD or PharmD degree
- Additional training such as an M.P.H., M.B.A., or other advanced degree
- Product Launch Experience and FDA requirements
- Experience working in US market
- Experience in supporting brands or disease area levels in-country, regional, or global organizations
- Experience with the clinical management of leukemia disease, chronic and/or acute
- Experience in evidence generation planning and clinical trial design
- Experience in a strategy-setting role within Medical Affairs
- Experience in developing and maintaining a network that includes third-party experts
- Background in practicing medicine, clinical research, and familiarity with biostatistics, epidemiology and health outcomes
- Knowledge of relevant Professional Societies and Scientific Medical Experts
- Line management with demonstrated coaching and mentoring experience
Requirements
- Doctorate in Medicine (M.D, D.O), PhD or PharmD degree plus proven experience
- Minimum of 5+ years of related work experience in industry, clinical or research institution, preferably in onco-hematology, solid tumors, or related experiences
- 1-3 years in HQ Medical Affairs role
- Expert technical depth in disease area – Hematology/Oncology
- Thorough understanding of drug development and pharmaceutical market support and in-depth knowledge of Hematology/Oncology
- Strong leadership with a proven track record of change and impact
- Strong business acumen skills and experience with financial management
- Proven ability to interact productively with both commercial and scientific/medical colleagues
- Ability to travel nationally and internationally up to ~30% of the time
- Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, negotiation and presentation skills
Benefits
- Retirement programs
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision coverage
- Short-term incentive bonuses
- Equity-based awards
Company overview
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused pharmaceutical company dedicated to accelerating the delivery of life-changing medicines that create enduring value for patients, society, and shareholders. With a workforce of over 94,300 employees worldwide, the company operates across three core therapy areas: Oncology, BioPharmaceuticals (including Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism, Respiratory & Immunology), and Rare Disease. Headquartered in Cambridge, UK, AstraZeneca maintains strategic R&D centers in Cambridge, Gaithersburg (US), Boston (US), Gothenburg (Sweden), Shanghai, and Beijing. The company generated $54.1 billion in total revenue in 2024 and invested $13.6 billion in scientific research and development. AstraZeneca's bold aspiration is to be pioneers in science, lead in disease areas, and transform patient outcomes, with a goal to launch 20 new medicines and achieve $80 billion in total revenue by 2030. The company is recognized for its commitment to sustainability, health equity, and creating an inclusive work environment where diverse perspectives drive innovation.