Director of Pathology Diagnostics

Role Summary

The Director of Pathology Diagnostics, Global Oncology Diagnostics is accountable for the development and execution of global scientific strategy related to pathologic diagnosis, including Digital and Computational Pathology and Molecular Pathology, for AstraZeneca oncology diagnostic solutions worldwide. This role supports the advancement and integration of digital and computational pathology methods to transform cancer diagnostics and leverage data-driven approaches for improved accuracy and reproducibility. This role supports the mission of AstraZeneca Oncology in four domains: maximizing global biomarker adoption and local testing solutions through digital platforms; generating clinical and analytic evidence; developing medical education for the lab community; and leading real-world data generation for pathology diagnostic solutions using digital and computational pathology analytics.

Responsibilities

• The Director of Clinical Diagnostics will collaborate with cross-functional partners, regions, and countries to coordinate all Oncology diagnostic activities.
• Develop the global medical plan for patient identification solutions for AstraZeneca Oncology products and implement the Oncology Diagnostics medical strategy with emphasis on digital and computational pathology platforms.
• Assist in developing KEE advocacy and engagement plans in laboratory segments, lead Scientific Advisory boards, and manage diagnostics activities at scientific events including major Congresses and Forums.
• Champion AstraZeneca‚Äôs leadership in digital and computational pathology at major scientific events and forums.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school, or holds a PhD
  • 5+ years of experience in medical affairs, global diagnostics, biopharmaceutical industry, and/or academia including substantial exposure to digital and/or computational pathology
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • MD with accredited pathology residency and fellowship in a clinical or molecular subspecialty
  • Strong life sciences foundation (e.g., Molecular Biology, Pathology) with experience in clinical companion diagnostic development using digital and computational pathology methodologies
  • Membership in relevant diagnostics professional societies
  • 5+ years of Medical Affairs experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or CRO settings, including collaborations with IDNs, accountable care organizations, and payers
  • Skilled in stakeholder engagement, including KEE, advocacy groups, and payers
  • Familiarity with global regulatory organizations, guidelines, GCP, and product development across clinical operations, commercial, regulatory, and medical affairs aspects of diagnostics
  • Demonstrated scientific and medical judgment, problem-solving abilities, and practical understanding of digital and computational pathology
  • Proven success working collaboratively within matrixed, cross-functional teams

Skills

• Stakeholder engagement
• Digital and computational pathology methods and analytics
• Medical affairs strategy and cross-functional collaboration
• Regulatory and quality awareness related to diagnostics

Education

• MD, DO, or PhD as stated in Minimum Qualifications

Additional Requirements

• This position can be based in Gaithersburg, MD; Cambridge, UK; Mississauga, Canada; or Barcelona, Spain.