Job Description

At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe.Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why were taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.The RoleFollow the science and pioneer new frontiers. Join the team dedicated to Oncology, with an ambition to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. It's our big vision that unites and inspires us. With multiple indications and high-quality molecules at all stages of our innovative pipeline, we keep pushing forward. Have the opportunity to build an exciting and meaningful career as part of the team committed to improving the lives of millions with cancer.As a Senior Director, Oncology Diagnostic Assays you willxe2x80xa6Define strategies and lead AstraZenecas response to sophisticated technical issues for specific medical aspects in relation to existing and new projects, and various plans and youre your expertise and knowledge of global issues to develop strategic objectives for inclusion into AstraZenecas annual business objectivesProvide expert advice, influencing the development of technology and data analytics internally and with partner organisations relevant to current and anticipating future Global Clinical DevelopmentEffectively integrate data on new compounds and information on targeted diseases into strategy to ensure innovative support for drug development projectsLiaise with the internal and external medical and technology community to follow developments within areas of expertiseAct as a subject matter expert including governance review of strategic and specific initiativesLead regulatory communication and preparation of higher level documentsManage or support complex and groundbreaking projects to improve processes within Translational Science or develop and introduce new technologies and approaches at the national, regional or global levelEnsure that your own work and work of function is aligned with Good Laboratory Practice, Safety Health and Environment standards and all other relevant internal and external regulation and standardsRequired Education, Experience & SkillsPhD or equivalent, MD or equivalent strongly preferredExperience of the development and application of circulating tumor DNA assays for clinical use5+ years of experience in aligned to the drug development or process in industry or academia or equivalentExtensive experience of crafting and implementing clinical trials using novel biomarker approaches for the earlier identification of patientsWell-developed understanding of biomarker analysisExperience of communicating complex science to a clinical audience including external professional and regulatory bodiesProven experience managing and designing clinical trialsWhen we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today!Great People want to Work with us! Find out whyxe2x80xa6Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today!AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing .#LI-HybridDate Posted 23-Mar-2025Closing Date 03-Apr-2025AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.