Senior Director, Competitive Intelligence Oncology R&D

Role Summary

Senior Director, Competitive Intelligence in AstraZeneca's Oncology R&D Strategy team. Responsible for delivering competitive analysis to shape therapy area strategies, influence investment decisions, and inform Senior Leadership. Drives in-depth analysis of clinical and commercial data to understand the evolving oncology landscape and align pipeline investments with patient outcomes. Works with cross-functional partners to translate insights into strategy.

Responsibilities

• Own the delivery of competitive analysis, using knowledge of the therapy area and external resources to shape future-proofed therapy area (TA) strategies.
• Drive in-depth analysis of clinical and commercial data, generating and communicating critical insights on key issues to provide transparency and respectful challenge to key decision makers.
• Influence strategy through intellectual agility and strong communication skills, building a network of trusted relationships with a range of partners.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree
• Required: At least 3 years of experience working in research and/or with data, analysis and fact-based decision-making (equity research background is a definite asset)
• Required: A critical, innovative thinker with a background in oncology, clinical / research or investment analysis
• Required: Highly intellectual with excellent analytical skills and learning agility
• Required: Experienced in leading cross-functional teams with ability to influence without authority
• Required: A clear communicator with the ability to communicate complex issues simply
• Required: Resourceful, motivated, decisive and proactive; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-growing organization
• Preferred: Educated to PhD, MD or MBA level
• Preferred: More than 4+ years of working experience with clinical data and analysis (financial models, industry trends)
• Preferred: More than 2 years working in Oncology
• Preferred: In-depth understanding of clinical data, clinical trial design or regulatory frameworks