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Global Clinical Head (Pulmonologist)- Executive Director

AstraZeneca
September 13, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Gaithersburg, MD)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Global Clinical Head (Executive Director) overseeing clinical development for infectious disease therapies targeting infection prevention in chronic respiratory disease patients. Responsibilities: provide clinical leadership for global programs, develop medical/scientific strategies aligned with TPP and CDP, manage the medical components of clinical projects, and represent the team in global project decisions. Requirements: MD with board certification in pulmonology, 10+ years pharma industry experience in clinical drug development, proven experience in early and late-stage program management, including global Phase 3 efficacy studies; strong regulatory writing skills and experience with NDA/BLA submissions; leadership skills in matrix environments and cross-functional collaboration; proficiency in AI/digital tools applicable to clinical development. Preferred: expertise in infectious diseases/vaccines, investigator roles, and peer-reviewed publication record. High-Value: focus on infectious diseases in respiratory health, involvement in pivotal Phase 3 trials, regulatory interactions with agencies like FDA and EMA, and a leadership role in shaping clinical development strategies. Work Setup: office-based, with a flexible approach to in-person collaboration.