Study Physician-Immunology Cell Therapy
Boston, MA
| Employer: | AstraZeneca |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
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Here at AstraZeneca (AZ) you will have the chance to create a difference in patients' lives. With science at its heart, this is the place where breakthroughs born in the lab become transformative medicines, answering medical needs by pioneering the next wave of science, focusing on outcomes and crafting the patient ecosystem. AZ is seeking to appoint a Study Physician in Immunology Cell Therapy for the development of CAR-T cell therapies for autoimmune or inflammatory diseases. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated drug developer to lead an innovative clinical stage cell therapy study. The Study Physician will provide medical and scientific input to T-cell therapy clinical stage assets focused on rheumatology or clinical immunology. They will take ownership for clinical development in cross-functional teams to support early to late phase clinical development activities. These include the creation of overall clinical development plans and clinical study design, writing study concepts and protocols, key study and health authority documentation, medical monitoring and ensuring timely delivery of studies, all in close collaboration with relevant internal and external partners and clinical research organizations. Experience in early and/or late-stage cell therapy drug development is highly desired, and preferably with rheumatology drug development experience (including diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus, myositis, scleroderma, and other inflammatory diseases). The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, proactive can-do culture, be a highly effective internal and external team player as well as a strong communicator and collaborator. Responsibilities
Qualifications
At AstraZeneca, we are dedicated to being a Great Place to Work, where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and fuel your ambitious spirit. There is no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, we are always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development. The annual base salary for this position ranges from $364,516 to $349,935. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In 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. 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. | |