Strategic Oncology Project Lead for Medical Affairs

AstraZeneca plc; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc in Gaithersburg, MD, is seeking a Strategic Project Manager to lead and execute US Oncology Medical Affairs projects from initiation to implementation. You will partner with Franchise and Indication teams to deliver on time, within budget, and with quality in a matrix environment.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage plans, risks, and communications, and leverage AI tools to drive efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.) required.
• PM experience in medical affairs, oncology or related pharmaceutical environments preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in a matrixed, cross-functional environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver on time and within budget.
• Ability to leverage AI tools to streamline processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of multiple projects across Franchise and Indication teams, including development and execution of brand strategic plans.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor comprehensive project plans using project management tools to ensure alignment with business goals.
• Manage timelines for business planning cycles, including coordination and support for the Integrated Medical Affairs Plan.
• Provide operational leadership to the Medical Affairs Franchise team, ensuring successful delivery of projects and activities.
• Facilitate priority meetings for Franchise and Indication teams: set agendas, drive discussions, track key decisions, and follow up actions.
• Support the Franchise Head in business planning and collaborate with finance, commercial, and business specialists for franchise initiatives.
• Identify and implement best practices to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, trackers, and executive-level presentations.
• Proactively communicate project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders and elevate concerns as appropriate.
• Ensure adherence to compliance standards and quality assurance activities.
• Leverage tools (including AI) to build efficiencies within workstreams.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Budget/finance planning

AI tools usage

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

AstraZeneca plc in Gaithersburg, MD, is seeking a Strategic Project Manager to lead and execute US Oncology Medical Affairs projects from initiation to implementation. You will partner with Franchise and Indication teams to deliver on time, within budget, and with quality in a matrix environment.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage plans, risks, and communications, and leverage AI tools to drive efficiencies.