Global Clinical Program Lead, Late Respiratory & Immunology

AstraZeneca plc; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 288,000 - 432,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program (short-term)

Equity-based LTIP

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Office flexibility

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc seeks a Global Clinical Program Lead to drive strategic direction for late-phase respiratory programs, supervising a team of medical directors and scientists across multiple studies. You will align with global leadership on program priorities, risk mitigation, and regulatory interactions, ensuring high-quality data and timely decisions.

The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, publication strategy, and cross-functional collaboration, with travel as required and a strong

Qualifications

• MD/PhD or equivalent medical or scientific qualification.
• At least 5–8 years of relevant clinical development experience.
• Experience in clinical development and cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific medical input to study documents.
• Lead safety surveillance on study level and program level.
• Support publication development and interact with health authorities.
• Line manage project study physicians and scientists.
• Deliver clinical and medical information to regulatory bodies and investigators.

Skills

Excellent English communication

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

People leadership

Education

MD/PhD or equivalent

Job description

AstraZeneca plc seeks a Global Clinical Program Lead to drive strategic direction for late-phase respiratory programs, supervising a team of medical directors and scientists across multiple studies. You will align with global leadership on program priorities, risk mitigation, and regulatory interactions, ensuring high-quality data and timely decisions.

The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, publication strategy, and cross-functional collaboration, with travel as required and a strong