Director, US Oncology Brand Communications (Hybrid)

AstraZeneca GmbH; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 147,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement programs

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

AstraZeneca in Gaithersburg, MD, seeks a Director of US Oncology Brand Communications (G2 Cancers) to lead communications strategy for a leading cancer portfolio. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams and sits on the US leadership team to shape external messaging and internal engagement.

The candidate will manage media relations, data delivery at congresses and internal communications, partnering with the G2 Franchise and US Franchise Head to drive impactful campaigns and ensure a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, marketing or related field.
• 7-10+ years experience in strategic communications management.
• Experience leading communications for global brands/disease areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver communications programs elevating AZ Oncology’s US reputation.
• Coordinate with AZ Communication Leads for alignment with strategy and editorial planning.
• Ensure continuous, consistent communications across channels with internal and external partners.
• Develop media relations strategy and compelling narratives for the science-led pipeline.
• Lead multi-stakeholder programs and advisory initiatives to position AZ as a leader in G2 Cancers.
• Provide executive counsel and support to senior leaders and brand teams.

Skills

Brand communications leadership

Media relations

Digital & social media

Employee and leadership comms

Change management

Event planning

Scientific writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, marketing or related field

Job description

AstraZeneca in Gaithersburg, MD, seeks a Director of US Oncology Brand Communications (G2 Cancers) to lead communications strategy for a leading cancer portfolio. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams and sits on the US leadership team to shape external messaging and internal engagement.

The candidate will manage media relations, data delivery at congresses and internal communications, partnering with the G2 Franchise and US Franchise Head to drive impactful campaigns and ensure a