Global Marketing Associate Director Breast Cancer
Gaithersburg, MD - USA
Job Summary
AtAstraZeneca we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. Were focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change the course of medicine and bring big new ideas to life.
AstraZenecahas a deep-rooted heritage inOncologyand a quickly growing portfolio of new medicines that has the potential to transform patients lives. By harnessing the power of four scientific platforms -Immuno-Oncology Tumor Drivers and Resistance DNA Damage Response and Antibody Drug Conjugates- and by championing the development of personalized combinations AstraZeneca has the vision to redefine cancer treatment and one day eliminate cancer as a cause of death.
As part of theBreast Cancer Global Commercial Franchise we have an exciting opportunity for aGlobal Marketing Associate Directorto help shape brand strategy and execution in breast cancer. This is a high-impact global role focused on both launch maximization for approved indications and market shaping and launch readiness for pipeline opportunities.
Reporting to theGlobal Commercial Head this position will play a key role in defining the future of the brand working across regions and functions to translate strategy into action and deliver meaningful outcomes for patients.
This position is based inGaithersburg MD.
Accountabilities:
- Lead brand strategy executionfor breast cancer indications including tactical planning and budget management.
- Drive global marketing deliverablesthrough theIntegrated Business Team (IBT).
- Partner with regions and marketsto strengthen launch readiness with a focus on market shaping scenario planning and execution of key initiatives for early-stage opportunities.
- Build strong relationshipsacross global regional and country teams to align on strategy enable effective execution and foster a high-performing collaborative environment.
- Work cross-functionallywith teams includingInsights Market Access Medical Diagnostics and Corporate Affairsto develop and implement strategic and operational plans.
- Support insight generationby engaging with experts healthcare professionals and patient groups to inform strategy and decision-making.
- Manage external partners including agencies consultants and vendors to ensure high-quality delivery against brand priorities.
Essential Skills/Experience:
- Bachelors Degreein a relevant field
- 5 years experiencein pharmaceutical and/or healthcare industry brand marketing sales market research/analytics strategic planning
- Strong marketing experience includingbrand strategy positioning messaging segmentation targeting agency management and annual budget planning
- Experience working on aglobal and/or regional brand team
- Demonstrated ability to generate customer insights and translate them into impactful brand strategies in a competitive environment
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work effectively across functions and teams
Desirable Skills/Experience:
- Prioroncology marketingexperience
- Experience across multiple promotional channels (Personal Non-Personal Digital Patient marketing)
- Sales/customer-facingexperience
AstraZenecaoffers an environment where you can thrive by working with new drugs digital approaches and ever-changing environments. We are driven by our determination to ensure the value of our medicines is realized and look for opportunities to transform care and address care gaps across the treatment paradigm. Our dynamic environment encourages creativity in designing strategies and developing innovative solutions. We thrive on co-creation and draw on diverse perspectives to overcome challenges. Join us to be part of a team that is passionate about making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.
The annual base pay for this position ranges from193898.40 - 290847.60 USD Annual. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime 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)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
21-May-2026Closing Date
17-Jun-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and 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.
Required Experience:
Director
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