Global Clinical Head (Pulmonologist)- Executive Director

AstraZeneca · Cambridge Kendall SQ, MA

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Role summary

AstraZeneca seeks a board-certified pulmonologist to serve as Global Clinical Head and Executive Director for infectious disease products targeting chronic respiratory infections. The role involves clinical leadership, regulatory strategy, and cross-functional team management within the biopharmaceutical industry.

What they're looking for

MD degree or equivalent with pulmonology board certification
Clinical research expertise in pulmonology, particularly COPD and bronchiectasis
Minimum 10 years pharmaceutical industry clinical drug development experience
Demonstrated leadership managing complex global Phase 3 efficacy trials and clinical development plans
Experience preparing and submitting global regulatory documents to FDA, EMA, PMDA, and other health authorities
Proven ability to lead matrix teams, mentor clinical scientists, and facilitate cross-functional collaboration
Familiarity with AI and generative AI tools applied to clinical development activities

What you'll be doing

Provide overall clinical leadership for one or more global infectious disease products in development pipeline
Develop and execute medical and scientific strategies for target product profiles, clinical development plans, and regulatory submissions
Lead clinical project teams ensuring timely and quality delivery of medical program components
Represent clinical strategy on global project team overseeing infectious disease unit product portfolio
Organize and facilitate advisory boards with international key opinion leaders

Compensation$331,873.60 – $497,810.40 base salary annually

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