Senior Director Evidence Strategy at AstraZeneca

Gothenburg, Västra Götaland County, Sweden -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Evidence Generation, Clinical Research, Observational Studies, Drug Development, Healthcare Systems, Medical Affairs, Persuasive Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Strategic Publications, Governance Procedures, Relationship Building, Analytical Methods, Scientific Insights, Clinical Experience, Matrix Environment, Externally Sponsored Research

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Are you ready to lead the charge in evidence generation, advancing clinical practice and improving patient outcomes? Join our Biopharmaceuticals Medical team as a Senior Director Evidence Strategy within the Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism Therapy Area. BioPharmaceuticals Medical ensures optimal patient outcomes by equipping healthcare decision-makers globally with the evidence and confidence they need regarding AstraZeneca therapies. We offer scientific insights and medical expertise, aiming for scientific leadership while keeping patients at the core of everything we do. The BPM CVRM Evidence Strategy function spearheads evidence strategy across CVRM disease areas, encompassing various scientific studies from pragmatic interventional to observational studies based on secondary data. Accountabilities: • Develop and implement evidence strategy for a specific disease area and asset, aligned with overarching strategy and medical priorities. • Manage evidence activities and resources within the applicable disease area. • Design studies and analytical methods to generate robust scientific evidence, facilitating healthcare transformation through diverse research methodologies. • Establish governance procedures for reviewing and approving medical studies. • Collaborate cross-functionally to leverage relationships and achievements through diverse skills and expertise. • Build relationships with academia, healthcare professionals/investigators, and commercial external service providers. • Plan strategic publications and translate scientific data into relevant messaging to strengthen communication with external stakeholders. Essential Skills/Experience: • Doctoral level degree (PhD/PharmD/MD), or MSc with significant experience (10+ years) in evidence generation in pharma business, CRO, or academia. • Extensive hands-on experience in clinical/observational research, drug development process, and relevant guidelines (GCP/ICH), preferably from the pharmaceutical industry, ideally including both local and global roles. • CVRM therapeutic and disease area knowledge. • Broad knowledge of healthcare systems and the evolving role of Medical Affairs. • Persuasive communicator in English, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multi-cultural matrix environment. Desirable Skills/Experience: • MD with clinical experience. • Pharma industry experience, preferably including experience from local Marketing Company. • Experience leading and managing in a global, matrix environment. • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in evidence generation strategy and delivery to support physician/payer/policy/patient needs. • Ability to interact widely and effectively across functions, regions, and cultures. • Experience and knowledge within compliant management of Externally Sponsored Research. When 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. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. AstraZeneca offers a dynamic environment where you can be at the forefront of shaping healthcare's future. With opportunities for growth and development, we provide medical leadership across the product lifecycle—from advising on R&D investment decisions to leading pre-launch scientific efforts. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation that makes a real difference in patients' lives. Here, you can leverage your skills to contribute to transformative change while experiencing personal growth. Ready to make an impact? Apply now to join our thriving team! Date Posted 23-Oct-2025 Closing Date 30-Oct-2025 Our 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. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement evidence strategy for specific disease areas and assets while managing evidence activities and resources. Collaborate cross-functionally and build relationships with external stakeholders to facilitate healthcare transformation through diverse research methodologies.