Associate Director Scientist, Early Global Development
Waltham, MA
Employer: | AstraZeneca |
Job Type: | Full Time |
Description | |
The AD Scientist is an important member of the Project Team, working under the supervision of a clinical lead/study physician or senior clinical scientist, supporting activities related to the medical scientific aspects of the compound and its development. The accountabilities are broad, however, the core accountabilities are the medical & scientific support for the development and implementation of early phase AstraZeneca sponsored clinical program strategy, externally sponsored collaborative research program strategy and studies, including clinical science support for initiating clinical trial(s), supporting clinical data review, interpretation of the study results and supporting final recommendations to senior management. As a key member of the Global Project Team, this position demands strong collaborative communication skills, including the ability to engage with and influence a diverse range of stakeholders both within and external to AstraZeneca. The following tasks would be performed under the guidance of the clinical lead, physician or a senior member of the Clinical Science team, with the expectation that over time the AD Scientist would function more independently. Program Level:
Study level (when assigned as clinical science resource for study):
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Required Education and Experience Master of Science, or relevant Pharmacy, Nursing, MSc/MRes degree and Clinical drug development or medical research experience demonstrated (> 2 years) within a pharmaceutical/biotech or academic environment Or a Relevant Clinical or Biomedical Ph.D Qualifications, Skills and Experience • Basic knowledge of clinical oncology practice and the science of cancer, with the ability to rapidly acquire knowledge • Experience supporting delivery and influencing at senior leadership levels both internally and externally • Experience in working and leading in matrix teams • Strong collaborative communications skills including the ability to engage with a diverse internal and external client base and manage through conflict • Proven ability in problem solving and issues management that is solution focused • Experience in collaborating externally, influencing delivery and scientific engagement. Why AstraZeneca? At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognising their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organisation to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we're opening new ways to work, pioneering cutting edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested? Come and join our journey. So, what's next! Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it's yours. Where can I find out more? Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/ Follow AstraZeneca on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/astrazenecacareers/ Follow AstraZeneca on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/astrazeneca_careers/?hl=en AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. |