Oncology Early-Phase Medical Director

AstraZeneca; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 250,000 - 375,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid leaves

Health benefits

Short-term incentive bonus

Equity-based long-term incentives

Retirement contribution

Commission eligibility (sales roles)

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking an Early Clinical Development Medical Director to lead early oncology programs. The role requires extensive experience in protocol design, study conduct, data review, and cross-functional leadership to advance cancer therapies.

You will guide development plans, select sites, and manage CROs while mentoring teams in a fast-paced environment. The position emphasizes scientific rigor, collaboration across functions, and the ability to drive strategic clinical decisions in

Qualifications

• MD degree or equivalent with oncology/hemato-oncology training.
• PhD preferred; board certification valued.
• Experience leading early clinical development and trials.

Responsibilities

• Provide long-range clinical planning in early trials.
• Act as Project Medical Monitor in cross-functional teams.
• Lead investigator meetings and scientific committees.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

MD degree or equivalent

Board Certification

PhD in a relevant area

Tools

Clinical trial management tools

Job description

AstraZeneca is seeking an Early Clinical Development Medical Director to lead early oncology programs. The role requires extensive experience in protocol design, study conduct, data review, and cross-functional leadership to advance cancer therapies.

You will guide development plans, select sites, and manage CROs while mentoring teams in a fast-paced environment. The position emphasizes scientific rigor, collaboration across functions, and the ability to drive strategic clinical decisions in