AstraZeneca

Oncology Scientific Partnership Medical Director - (Onc SPMD) -Mid-Atlantic

AstraZeneca$212K — $319K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Advanced Degree in a scientific field (Doctorate preferred)
  • 3+ years of oncology experience in the pharmaceutical industry
  • Established relationships with oncology accounts and networks
  • Strong understanding of US clinical oncology landscape
  • Strategic influencing and project management skills
  • Effective in cross-functional team collaboration
  • Knowledge of US healthcare regulatory environment

Responsibilities

  • Develop and drive medical strategy for US oncology health systems
  • Act as medical partner to Account Directors for oncology networks
  • Create and maintain medical account strategy reflecting oncology and R&D objectives
  • Collaborate with AstraZeneca stakeholders across functions
  • Build relationships with key scientific decision makers
  • Coordinate medical communications for health system leaders
  • Facilitate scientific information exchanges in the oncology sector

Benefits

  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
  • Short-term and long-term incentive bonus opportunities
  • Paid leaves and support for work-life balance
Full Job Description
The Oncology Scientific Partnership Medical Director (SPMD) - US, Mid Atlantic [E. PA, W. VA, VA, MD, DC, DE], including NC is a member of the Center for Oncology Medical Partnerships within the US Medical Affairs team. In this role, you will develop and execute systems/institution specific plans for key sites, networks and pathways within your geographic region with focus on scientific, clinical, and evidence generation. This is a field-based role, reporting to the National Field Medical Director, Oncology SPMD. The successful candidate will be expected to live within their assigned geographic region. Utilizing your extensive expertise in oncology and account management you will define and implement a comprehensive medical strategy at identified priority US systems and networks. Successfully merging unique capabilities of assigned systems and networks with US Oncology Medical Affairs objectives. This role is part of a collaborative matrix team that partners closely across several functional areas within US Oncology, including but not limited to, Precision Medicine, Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs), Health Economics Outcomes Research (HEOR), Real World Evidence (RWE), Research & Development, External Alliances, National Oncology Account Director (NOAD) Team ,Clinical Trial Site Management and Monitoring ( SM&M) and related stakeholders. The SPMD will align with the NOAD and Account Director team in their assigned territories and serve as their medical partner in identified oncology specific accounts, oncology networks, oncology pathways and oncology group purchasing organizations/subsidiaries. The SPMD will champion innovative opportunities through interactions with Cancer Center Leaders (e.g., "C & D" suite) and other USMA staff on tumor specific opportunities. Major Responsibilities: • In conjunction with USMA franchise leadership, develop, support and drive US Oncology Medical Affairs strategy at assigned US-based health systems with a focus on innovation/enterprise-wide activities • Medical partner to NOAD and other Account Directors for priority US-based health systems, O-GPOs, oncology networks, oncology pathways and primary medical contact for leadership within assigned US-based health systems • Develop and maintain a clear medical account strategy plan including an enterprise-wide view that reflects the USMA, R&D, and oncology franchise objectives at assigned health systems • Lead through influence when collaborating with other internal stakeholders at AstraZeneca; including but not limited to SM&M, HEOR, RWE, MSLs, R&D, External Alliances, and Precision Medicine • Develop strong medical relationships across AstraZeneca functions and key scientific decision makers. • Act as the single point of contact for medical communications to leadership in assigned US-based health systems. • Responsible for coordinating AstraZeneca medical/scientific resources to support the needs of decision makers within assigned US-based health systems. • Develop and drive scientific information exchanges as needed in identified US-based health systems; Knowledge of all tumor types and encompassing entire AZ Oncology Portfolio • Utilizes knowledge of AstraZeneca matrix, institution and healthcare industry to strategically drive innovative solutions to patient care gaps in assigned region • Attend and participate in key conferences as needed Minimum Requirements: • Advanced Degree required in a relevant scientific field; Doctorate in Science, Medicine, Pharmacy or equivalent; • 3+ years' experience of oncology specific experience within the pharmaceutical industry • Existing relationships with oncology accounts, oncology IDNs, oncology pathways and oncology networks. • Thorough knowledge of the US clinical oncology clinical landscape and formulary decision making process undefined • Strong interpersonal and project management skills • Strategic influencing and matrix leadership skills to engage internal and external stakeholders • Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment across medical and commercial non-sales functions • Existing peer-level KEE relationships and US-based health system knowledge • Working knowledge of US healthcare landscape, including US regulatory and compliance requirements The annual base pay for this position ranges from $212,673.60 - $319,010.40 USD. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. 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), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales 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 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. Date Posted 21-Sept-2026 Closing Date 02-Oct-2026

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a British-Swedish multinational pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs. The company was formed in 1999 through the merger of Astra AB and Zeneca Group plc. AstraZeneca's products are used to treat a wide range of medical conditions, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes. The company has operations in over 100 countries and employs more than 76,000 people worldwide. AstraZeneca is committed to developing innovative medicines that improve the health and well-being of people around the world.
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Size
83,100 employees
Market Cap
$211.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+10.2%
Revenue
$26.6 billion
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