Physician - Rheumatology examines and diagnoses disorders and diseases of the musculoskeletal system and immune system. Consults with patients to determine the appropriate course of treatment. Being a Physician - Rheumatology recommends and orders tests to determine extent of illness or help diagnose condition. Requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Additionally, Physician - Rheumatology requires a valid state license to practice. May report to a medical director. Physician - Rheumatology's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Here at AstraZeneca (AZ) you will have the opportunity to make a significant difference to patients’ lives around the globe. With science at its heart, this is the place where breakthroughs born in the lab become transformative medicines for the world’s most complex diseases and answer unmet medical needs by pioneering the next wave of science, focusing on outcomes and shaping the patient ecosystem.
AZ is seeking to appoint a Senior Medical Director in Early Clinical Development for one or more immunology programs, including the development of novel biologics, small molecules and / or cell therapies for autoimmune and/or inflammatory diseases. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated drug developer to shape and deliver the AZ Immunology pipeline.
The Senior Medical Director will provide medical and scientific input to preclinical and clinical stage assets focused on Immunology / Rheumatology / Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Successful candidate will take responsibility for clinical development in cross-functional teams in support of early phase clinical development activities. These include the creation of overall clinical development plans and clinical study design as well writing protocols, key study and health authority documentation, medical monitoring and ensuring timely delivery of studies, all in close collaboration with relevant internal and external partners and CRO's.
Experience in early-stage drug development in non-oncology indications is a must. Drug development experience in immunology indications strongly preferred (eg trials in diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and/or inflammatory bowel disease).
Successful candidates thrive in our fast-paced scientific environment & proactive can-do culture. Performance is often driven by highly effective teamwork as well as strong communication and collaboration.
At AstraZeneca we are passionate about being a Great Place to Work. Here you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and ignite your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society because AstraZeneca embraces diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity!
AstraZeneca is committed to building an inclusive work environment representing all people's 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 offer a competitive Total Reward program including a market driven base salary, bonus and long term incentive program. We also provide generous amount of paid time off and a comprehensive benefits package!
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working give us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Won't you join us in our unique and ambitious culture?
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 authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.