Senior Director, Competitive Intelligence, Oncology R&D
AstraZeneca
Summary
The Competitive Intelligence and Analysis team sits at the heart of developing commercial and clinical strategy and has an impact on decision-making at the highest levels. In this role, you will be a part of a high-achieving Strategy Team, with responsibility for ensuring the decisions we make with our pipeline assets best position us for return on investment and positive patient outcomes.
Job description
As a Senior Director, Competitive Intelligence, you will work with a team of specialists and own the delivery of competitive analysis, using your knowledge of the Oncology therapy area and external resources to shape future-proofed therapy area (TA) strategies. You will drive in-depth analysis of clinical and commercial data, generating and communicating critical insights on key issues to provide transparency and respectful challenge to key decision makers.
Essential Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience working in research and/or with data, analysis and fact-based decision-making (equity research background is a definite asset)
- A critical, innovative thinker with a background in oncology, clinical / research or investment analysis and the ability to communicate complex issues simply and clearly
- Ability to think critically, creatively and to anticipate and solve problems, with excellent analysis and fact-based decision-making capabilities
- Highly intellectually capable with agility and adaptability, motivated by working in a fast-paced field with clear societal impact
- Experienced in leading cross-functional teams with ability to influence without authority to lead in a fast-paced, highly matrixed work environment
- Resourceful, motivated, decisive and proactive; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-growing organization
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD in Life Sciences, MD or MBA
- Background in management consulting, venture capital, private equity, or finance and deep experience with clinical data and analysis (financial models, industry trends)
- Understanding of the Oncology TA with experience in the pharmaceutical industry or consulting contributing to strategic planning and portfolio decisions
- In-depth understanding of clinical data, clinical trial design or regulatory frameworks
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- At least 3 years of experience working in research and/or with data, analysis and fact-based decision-making
- Background in oncology, clinical / research or investment analysis
- Ability to communicate complex issues simply and clearly
- Ability to think critically, creatively and to anticipate and solve problems
- Excellent analysis and fact-based decision-making capabilities
- Agility and adaptability
- Experienced in leading cross-functional teams
- Ability to influence without authority
- Resourceful, motivated, decisive and proactive
- Able to manage multiple priorities
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.