Associate Director – US Immuno-Oncology Marketing

Associate Director – US Immuno-Oncology Marketing
Introduction to the role:

The Associate Director, Immuno-Oncology will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing marketing strategies across our IO portfolio. As the indication lead, this position involves leading cross-functional teams, developing market strategies, and fostering robust relations with key stakeholders to support the successful promotion and growth of AstraZeneca's IO portfolio.

This is an opportunity to join a team dedicated to transforming the future of oncology by putting patients first and following the science to bring next generation medicines to life. The position will report into the head of Marketing and is primarily based at our Gaithersburg, MD campus, headquarters for the Oncology Business Unit.

• Develop and execute comprehensive HCP marketing strategies for IO, aimed at increasing the adoption and understanding of AstraZeneca’s treatments.
• Lead the creation and management of HCP campaigns, ensuring they are data-driven and meet strategic business objectives.
• Partner with internal teams, including Medical Affairs, Sales, Insights & Analytics, Market Access, and Training, to ensure alignment and effectiveness of marketing strategies.
• Assist in the identification, evaluation, and adoption of new partnerships and technologies
• Manage and optimize the marketing budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to achieve strategic objectives.
• Ensure all marketing practices are compliant with AstraZeneca’s standards and industry regulations, while integrating innovative approaches.

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field. Advanced degree (MBA or higher) is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of marketing experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, with a focus on oncology. Prior experience in cancer is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and cross-functional teams, strong analytical skills, and excellent written and verbal communication capabilities.
• Proven experience in leading without authority, strategic thinking, and ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with digital marketing and omnichannel strategies is advantageous.
• High emotional intelligence with a collaborative, inclusive approach that drives team success

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $  -  USD
. 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. Benefits offered include 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.

Why AstraZeneca?

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility.

Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, we are proud to work on the cutting-edge with one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the business. Our Medical Affairs team is dedicated to changing the practice of medicine by generating compelling medical evidence that improves patient experiences. We foster a…