Strategic Clinical Program Lead - Early CVRM Development

AstraZeneca; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 234,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Clinical Program Director in the Cambridge, MA or Gaithersburg, MD area. You will lead the Clinical Program Team, drive clinical strategy, and ensure on-time, on-budget program delivery with high quality.

This role requires 10+ years in global pharma drug development and strong leadership, communication, and collaboration across matrixed teams. The position emphasizes strategic oversight, feasibility input, and governance to optimize clinical program delivery and

Qualifications

• Master/PhD in natural sciences or medicine (advanced degree preferred).
• 10+ years global pharmaceutical drug development and leadership experience.
• Proven ability to guide delivery through collaboration within globally matrixed teams.
• Strong communication skills and strategic influence across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Clinical Program Team (CPT) and oversee clinical program strategy.
• Translate science into robust clinical development plans and studies.
• Manage program budgeting, resource planning and baseline timelines.
• Ensure governance, risk management and cross-functional reviews.
• Mentor teams and drive strategic cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Global program leadership

Education

Master/PhD in natural sciences or medicine

Tools

Project management

Job description

AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Clinical Program Director in the Cambridge, MA or Gaithersburg, MD area. You will lead the Clinical Program Team, drive clinical strategy, and ensure on-time, on-budget program delivery with high quality.

This role requires 10+ years in global pharma drug development and strong leadership, communication, and collaboration across matrixed teams. The position emphasizes strategic oversight, feasibility input, and governance to optimize clinical program delivery and