Global Clinical Head- Executive Director

Job Description: Global Clinical Head- Executive Director

Are you a clinical research expert ready for new opportunities Would you like to play a pivotal role in the development of potential medicines If you are passionate about being a medical leader for a cross-functional team in a group that drives action towards the improvement of global public health join us! As Global Clinical Head (Executive Director) you will have a unique opportunity to further elevate the Infectious Disease Therapy Area in one of the worlds most respected biopharmaceutical companies. The role holds a significant development opportunity for the successful candidate whilst contributing to the positive journey that AstraZeneca is on.

Accountabilities:

The Global Clinical Head (GCH) will have overall clinical leadership of one or more global products in the Infectious Disease pipeline. The GCH is also responsible for medical/scientific strategies for the clinical components of the Target Product Profile (TPP) Clinical Development Plan (CDP) and regulatory documents (e.g. briefing documents CTD/BLA core labelling texts). Within the Clinical Project Team the GCH has accountability for the clinical scientific and value content and delivery of the medical components for the program to time and quality. The GCH will be the teams voice and representative on the Global Project Team that oversees the overall strategy of Infection products.

Essential Skills/Experience:

Graduate of a recognized school of medicine with an MD degree or equivalent

Demonstrated clinical research expertise in Pulmonology (especially in COPD and bronchiectasis)

Experience in early and late stage program development and trial conduct

Demonstrated ability to lead the development of a program strategy and be accountable for project plans timelines progress and outcomes

Global regulatory submissions interacting with major Health Authorities and experience with regulatory document writing and filings (e.g. NDA/BLA submissions benefit/risk assessment)

Demonstrated ability leading and motivating teams in a matrix environment

Demonstrated ability to lead coach and mentor physicians

Significant hands-on clinical drug development experience and scientific credibility

Developed/delivered in parallel composed of multiple complex and large studies (e.g. including but not limited to multinational pivotal Phase 3 efficacy studies)

Demonstrated ability to cultivate excellent cross-functional collaborations

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels of the organization

Must demonstrate high integrity

Organize and deliver Advisory Boards with international Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)

Demonstrated AI/digital mindset and experience applying AI-enabled and generative AI tools to support clinical development activities (e.g. data analysis medical writing clinical trial operational efficiency)

Desirable Skills/Experience:

Infectious disease and/or vaccine expertise

Named Investigator on a number of clinical trials

At least 8 years of pharmaceutical industry knowledge and experience

Progressed compounds into first time in human Phase 1 studies and Phase 2 delivery of proof of principle studies

Significant and consistent peer-reviewed publication track record

When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing -person 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.

Why AstraZeneca

We are a changemaker on the world stage at an exciting frontier of medicine. This is backed by deep knowledge and experience in our field. Building on this we lead the way into the future with energy and drive. We are helping to transform healthcare and build pandemic preparedness to protect against future health crises and to bring lasting immunity to people around the globe. We are committed to our central role in addressing pandemic and endemic diseases and ensuringour products continue to reach and benefit millions of people around the world.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from USD 331873..40. However base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and addition our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles) or to receive a retirement contribution (hourly 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 salary (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.

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