Director, Lifecycle and Pipeline, Oncology

Job Description

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and commercializing medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases.

Oncology Business Unit
Driven to eliminate cancer as a cause of death, our Oncology team challenges the ordinary, pushing boundaries to deliver life-changing treatments. We’re united by one goal: ensuring no patient is left behind, at any stage of disease.

Introduction of the role:

As Director, Lifecycle and Pipeline, you will shape and execute strategies for our innovative oncology pipeline alongside top experts in R&D and the Oncology Business Unit.

Accountabilities:

• Lead the collection and analysis of data to inform project strategies and investment decisions across all stages of development.
• Deliver detailed market assessments, revenue forecasts, and asset valuations using market research and competitor insights.
• Provide strategic recommendations, leveraging excellent analytical, consultative, and communication skills to influence senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships, challenge ideas constructively, and drive impactful decision-making based on scientific evidence.

Essential skills/experience:

• BA/BS degree
• 6+ years in biopharmaceuticals or related fields
• Experience in oncology
• Familiar with the oncology drug development process and necessary scientific, commercial and strategic considerations
• Understanding of clinical data and clinical trial design
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical industry or consulting in which you have contributed to the global pipeline strategy e.g. market assessment, competitor analysis, forecasting
• Analysis and fact-based decision-making
• Working with data and/or a science research/ bio-pharmaceutical environment
• Understanding of general business and core marketing principles and application to future healthcare market challenges
• Able to influence without authority and establish and maintain credibility with senior audiences
• Resourceful, motivated, decisive and proactive; must be able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-growing organization
• Experience of setting up short- and long-term strategic plans
• Highly intellectually capable with agility and adaptability
• Motivated by working in a fast-paced field with clear societal impact

Desirable skills/experience:

• PhD in life sciences
• Experience in Cell Therapy

Date Posted

17-Jun-2025

Closing Date

01-Jul-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.