Associate Director, CPQP

Job Description

Are you passionate about advancing Oncology drug development? As a Associate Director, CPQP you will lead groundbreaking, project-related activities that shape the future of cancer therapies. This role is pivotal in driving clinical pharmacology and pharmacometrics strategies, giving to clinical trial protocols, and engaging with global health authorities to bring innovative treatments to market.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead Scientific Strategy: Take ownership of Clinical Pharmacology and model-informed drug development activities, providing strategic input into clinical development plans.
• Project Representation: Serve as the key representative for Clinical Pharmacology and Quantitative Pharmacology (CPQP) on cross-functional project teams.
• Protocol & Report Development: Craft and deliver critical sections of clinical protocols, research collaborations, and clinical study reports with precision and clarity.
• Clinical Trial Oversight: Oversee externally conducted clinical trials, ensuring they align with project goals and timelines.
• Regulatory Engagement: Lead submission activities, coordinate contributions from clinical pharmacology and pharmacometrics, and engage with global health authorities on regulatory queries and licensure processes.
• Model-Based Analysis: Implement and support sophisticated model-based analyses to drive Oncology project decisions.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education:

• Ph.D., PharmD, M.D., or equivalent in Clinical Pharmacology, Pharmacometrics, or a related subject area.
• Level -commensurate with experience.

Experience:

• 3-6 years in industry, regulatory, or postdoctoral roles within clinical pharmacology and pharmacometrics.
• Experience in oncology drug development and interdisciplinary knowledge (pharmacometrics, statistics, bioanalysis) is highly desirable.

Special Skills & Abilities:

• Deep expertise in Clinical Pharmacology, PK-PD modeling, and Pharmacometrics.
• Strong team orientation with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Shown ability to influence outcomes, adapt to dynamic environments, and effectively lead conflicts.
• Skilled in developing, communicating, and defending scientific proposals and recommendations.

Job Complexity:

• Regularly solves sophisticated problems and delivers innovative, data-driven solutions.

Supervision:

• Operates independently with minimal guidance from senior CPQP members.

What’s Next?

Ready to make a significant! Apply today and become a key contributor to our innovative team! For more details, get in touch with Brandon Mays, our Talent Acquisition Partner.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca, we seize opportunities to innovate and redefine what’s possible in biopharmaceuticals. Our mission to deliver transformative medicines is underpinned by a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and ambition. Join us in a role where your work directly gives to breakthroughs in oncology, empowering patients and changing lives.

Competitive Benefits and Compensation:

We offer a competitive Total Reward program, including market-driven base salary, bonuses, long-term incentives, and comprehensive health benefits. Additional benefits include generous paid time off, retirement plans, and access to ongoing professional development opportunities.

Diversity and Inclusion:

AstraZeneca is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse environment where all employees feel valued and empowered. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and are proud to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal opportunity throughout the recruitment process.

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $135,457.60 - $203,186.40 USD Annual, either as annual base pay or as the hourly rate (annual base pay divided by 2080 hours)]. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.