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Oncology Nurse Educator Northwest

AstraZeneca


Job Location:

Portland, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 151081 - 226622
Posted: 20 August 2026 (21 days ago)
Application Deadline: 17 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Oncology Nurse Educator for the oncology portfolio (Lung and GI) in the n the Northwestregion(coveringWashington Oregon Northern California Northern Nevada AlaskaIdaho Montana and Wyoming) you will play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients lives thru the provision of nurse education.

AstraZenecas vision in Oncology is to help patients by redefining the cancer-treatment paradigm with the aim of bringing abroad pipeline of next-generation medicines focused principally on seven tumor areas - breast ovarian lung gynecology genitourinary gastrointestinal and hematological cancers. As well as other tumor types these are being targeted through five key platforms - immunotherapy the genetic drivers of cancer and resistance DNA damage repair and antibody drug conjugates underpinned by personalized healthcare and biomarker technologies.

With mentorship from the West Lung/GI Oncology Nurse Educator Director the Oncology Nurse Educator will apply Nurse Education strategies and deliver education to community and academic institutions hospitals health care providers and pharmacies by using their professional expertise and clinical training.

Responsibilities

  • Clinical Education

  • Customer Knowledge & Insights

  • Customer Focus and Engagement

  • Account Planning and Execution

  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Essential:

  • Bachelors degree

  • 4 years Oncology nursing experience

  • Active RN license in territory

  • 80% Travel

  • Reside within 1 hour of major airport

Desireable:

  • Experience as Clinical Nurse Educator or clinical professional in pharmaceutical industry

  • MSN

  • Oncology Certified or obtain within one year of hire

Skills and Experience

  • Adverse events & patient management expertise

  • Effective educational presenter and discussion facilitator of Registered Nurses Pharmacy Staff and Advanced Practitioners on all aspects of disease state and product information as it relates to patient care strategies and adverse event management.

  • Strong commitment to ethical business conduct

  • Demonstrates an attitude focused on prioritizing customers educational needs in relation to patient and adverse event management strategies.

  • Applies knowledge and understanding of customer educational needs and priorities.

  • Engages customers by aligning approach based on customer interests and AZ strategy and goals.

  • Develops collaborative relationships within AZ to work toward a common goal and solve complex patient journey challenges.

  • Ability to work independently with discretion and judgment without regular direct supervision

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

  • Excellent computer skills i.e. Microsoft office Excel Power point

At AstraZeneca we are driven by the solutions we bring to the healthcare ecosystem. It powers us to make an impact at every step of the patient journey. Were always nurturing and protecting our teams to remove any barriers to innovation and experimentation. If you like to run fast this is the place for you. We thrive on the pace and energy with a winning approach we can make anything happen. We are constantly thinking big to answer new challenges. We push ourselves to start small and scale fast. The pioneers of digital and innovative solutions that have never been seen before.

Are you ready to join us on this journey To be part of shaping the future To work with top people to build a diverse career and learn what Commercial looks like at its best If so apply today!

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $151081-$226622. 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.

Date Posted

18-Aug-2026

Closing Date

31-Aug-2026

Our 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:

IC


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