Oncology Group Director, Clinical Pharmacology & Quantitative Pharmacology CPQP

Job Description

Oncology Group Director, Clinical Pharmacology & Quantitative Pharmacology (CPQP)Cambridge, UKSalary: competitiveAt AstraZeneca, we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with the upmost integrity even in the most difficult situations because we are committed to doing the right thing.This line management role includes project accountabilities and responsibilities to lead initiatives related to scientific, strategic and/or improvement initiatives, either at oncology therapy area (TA), functional or cross-functional levels. You will manage a team of Clinical Pharmacologists (CP) and Clinical Pharmacometricians (PMx) in the oncology therapy area and will be responsible for recruitment, retention and development of staff to establish an innovative, business-focused, and science-driven team. Reporting to the EU Oncology Head, you’ll act as their delegate where necessary, and work closely with members of the Oncology CPQP leadership team and organisation to ensure consistent and valued CPQP contributions across the oncology portfolio.The Oncology TA Group Director will also have project accountabilities and work closely with clinical teams to ensure state-of-the-art Clinical Pharmacology and Model-Informed Drug Development (MIDD) approaches are implemented to influence designs and decision making. The individual will also lead or support initiatives in areas related to science, portfolio, harmonization etc.We also expect the role to ensure a positive collaborative culture and dialogue with partner functions such as Early and Late TA clinical organisations, Biostatistics, DMPK and Biosciences, Translational medicine, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Regulatory affairs.Requirements:• PhD degree preferred or equivalent (M.Sc./Pharm.D.)• Proven broad translational and clinical development experience exemplified by significant international drug development or equivalent experience (early and late clinical)• People development skills• Strong record of partnerships and collaborations, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and awareness• International scientific reputation gained from scientific publishing in the field of quantitative clinical pharmacology• Demonstrated ability to identify, develop and execute strategic CPQP activities• Relevant regulatory experience (written/oral)• A demonstrated knowledge of regulatory, compliance, processes, standards and issues specific to CPQPDesirable• Experience in several organisationsClosing date: 6th July 2020.AstraZeneca 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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.