Sr Director Oncology Diagnostic Assays
Sr Director Oncology Diagnostic Assays
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
$ 214119 - 321178
1 Vacancy
Job Description
At AstraZeneca we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledgesharing ambitious thinking and innovation ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams functions and even the globe.
Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging facetoface in our offices 3 days a week.
Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people the planet and our business are interconnected which is why were taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.
As AstraZeneca continues to put patients at the forefront of our mission we are excited for our move to Kendall Square/Cambridge in 2026. Find out more information here:Kendall Square Press Release
The Role
Follow the science and pioneer new frontiers. Join the team dedicated to Oncology with an ambition to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. Its our big vision that unites and inspires us. With multiple indications and highquality molecules at all stages of our innovative pipeline we keep pushing forward. Have the opportunity to build an exciting and meaningful career as part of the team committed to improving the lives of millions with cancer.
As a Senior Director Oncology Diagnostic Assays you will
Define strategies and lead AstraZenecas response to enable trials using biomarkers to both get patients on the right treatment and to guage treatment efficacy as soon as possible with an initial emphasis on circulating tumor DNA technologies.
Provide expert advice influencing the development of technology and data analytics internally and with partner organisations relevant to current and anticipating future Global Clinical Development
Effectively integrate data on new compounds and information on targeted diseases into strategy to ensure innovative support for drug development projects
Liaise with the internal and external medical and technology community to follow developments within areas of expertise
Act as a subject matter expert including governance review of strategic and specific initiatives
Lead regulatory communication and preparation of higher level documents
Manage or support complex and groundbreaking projects to improve processes within Translational Science or develop and introduce new technologies and approaches at the national regional or global level
Ensure that your own work and work of function is aligned with Good Laboratory Practice Safety Health and Environment standards and all other relevant internal and external regulation and standards
Required Education Experience & Skills
PhD or equivalent MD or equivalent strongly preferred
Experience of the development and application of circulating tumor DNA assays for clinical use
5 years of experience in aligned to the drug development or process in industry or academia or equivalent
Extensive experience of crafting and implementing clinical trials using novel biomarker approaches for the earlier identification of patients
Welldeveloped understanding of biomarker analysis
Experience of communicating complex science to a clinical audience including external professional and regulatory bodies
Proven experience managing and designing clinical trials
When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire lifechanging medicines. Inperson working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $214119 to $321178. Hourly and salaried nonexempt 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 jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. In addition our positions offer a shortterm incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equitybased longterm incentive program. 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 atwill 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.
Are you ready to make a difference Apply today!
Are you interested in working at AZ apply today!
AstraZenecais an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing.
Date Posted
25Apr2025Closing Date
08May2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations please complete the section in the application form.Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
