An Associate Director in the Quantitative COA Science team, Centre of Excellence,willhave experience in the use of clinical outcomes assessments (COA) such as traditional survey-like instruments using rating or ranking scales and novel sensor/wearable data capture instruments to inform identification and/or evaluation of symptoms, function, health-related quality of life, or other patient-centric concept of clinical benefit throughout the drug development lifecycle and into post-marketing. The Associate Director will be responsible for providing quantitative measurement support for the execution of patient-centeredmeasurement strategy and dissemination of its findings to key stakeholders, such as R&D global and/or cross-functional teams, regulators, payers, healthcare professionals and most importantly patients in support of more efficient identification of treatment benefits vs harms. This includes but is not limited to:selection of data collection strategy and implementation in clinical research or real-world settings, development of patient-centric endpoints, evidence strategy development,designand interpretation of data analyses for audience-adapted dissemination. Therapeutic areasincludeoncology, andmay span cardiovascular, renal & metabolism, and Respiratory & Immunology, among others. The role must work in partnerships with internal stakeholders (e.g., Study teams, Strategy, Product) and external stakeholders, e.g., Global and Clinical Study Teams, and partners, to uphold patient-centricity, diversity and sustainability values, and scientific rigor. The Associate Director will be expected to partner with scientific leaders within the organization to identify specific areas of interest for professional development, with the ultimate goal of becoming a recognized leader in the COA/digital health field.

Accountabilities
- Provide technical expertise, scientific advice, and guidance to team members, contributing to project success within areas such as Patient Safety, Pharmacology, or Safety Assessment.
- Independently plan, execute, and interpret a variety of research studies, experiments, or analytical work, and report results clearly and concisely with an understanding of their broader scientific or clinical implications.
- Actively contribute to project and departmental objectives by collaborating within cross-functional teams, supporting project managers, and communicating findings and progress across distinct functions and forums.
- Participate in or lead processes for data evaluation, such as triage, adverse event interpretation, or anomaly recognition, ensuring high-quality assessment and timely reporting.
- Support or develop new and improved experimental methods, laboratory techniques, or analytical tools, and participates in the validation and review of protocols or methodologies to drive quality and compliance.
- Manage own workload to achieve agreed targets and quality standards in a timely manner, proactively communicating status and consulting with colleagues or supervisors as needed.
- Advise on or ensure documentation, reporting, and data management meet internal and external requirements, including regulatory or compliance standards.
- Provide technical training, instruction, or support to less experienced colleagues; allocate work as appropriate and fosters a collaborative, learning-focused environment.
- Engage with the broader scientific community1hrough literature review, sharing publications, discussing results at meetings, and maintaining awareness of scientific advances and best practices.
- Contribute to or support departmental and organizational objectives by participating in change management activities, recognizing business needs, and seeking or sharing information with other business areas.
- Ensure all work (individual and team) complies with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) standards, Animal Welfare (where relevant), and other applicable internal and external regulations.

Essential skills & experience:

Combination of academic training and practical experience in outcomes research. This may consist of:  

• Doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D., Sc.D. or Dr.P.H.) in a relevant discipline such as, but not limited to, health services research, health outcomes research, epidemiology, pharmacy administration, public health, economics, statistics or decision sciences 

• Clinical degree (e.g., in medicine, pharmacy, nursing) and a masters degree in a related discipline (as noted above) 

• Masters degree in a related discipline (as noted above), plus two years practical experience 

• Minimum requirement: Bachelors degree in a related discipline (as noted above), plus five years practical experience 

Desirable skills & experience:

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from 151,227.20 to 226,840.80 USD. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives1n opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

At AstraZeneca, we believe in the potential of our people, and youll develop beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to see what you can achieve no matter where you start with us. As a Statistical Programming Director, youll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients lives and join us on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

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