Associate Director Oncology Outcomes Research

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Gaithersburg, MD, USA
In-Office
151K-227K Annually
Mid level
Biotech • Pharmaceutical
The Role
Lead development and execution of global and US HEOR and real-world evidence strategies for oncology assets. Design and oversee epidemiologic and pharmacoepidemiologic studies, manage external vendors, communicate results via publications and congresses, enable field engagement, and inform market access and payer strategy across the product lifecycle.
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Are you ready to turn real-world evidence into decisions that change how people living with cancer are treated? Can you see yourself shaping global and US strategy so that the right evidence reaches physicians, payers and patients at the moments that matter?

In this individual contributor role, you will join a high-performing asset team that fuses science with strategy to generate and communicate compelling health outcomes evidence. Your work will connect ground breaking research with real clinical practice—advancing our pipeline, informing access, and improving the patient experience across the entire journey from diagnosis to survivorship.

You will partner across Medical, Development and Commercial functions, lead high-impact studies, and translate insights into clear tools and narratives that accelerate uptake and benefit for patients and those who care for them.

Accountabilities:
  • Evidence Strategy and Execution: Lead the development and delivery of global and US health outcomes and real-world evidence strategies that quantify and communicate asset value, from early planning through post-launch impact.

  • Real-World Data Leadership: Design, implement and oversee robust HEOR and epidemiologic studies using diverse data sources to address clinical, economic and humanistic outcomes, ensuring scientific rigor and relevance.

  • Cross-Functional Influence: Align team members across Medical, Development and other key functions; shape priorities and decisions through clear, essential communication that links evidence to business and patient impact.

  • Scientific Communication: Present results at scientific congresses; lead and contribute to manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals; elevate the visibility and credibility of the asset’s evidence package.

  • Field Enablement: Translate research outputs into practical, field-ready tools and resources that enable external engagement and facilitate informed decision-making by clinicians and payers.

  • Governance and Quality: Support key internal review and governance forums; uphold scientific standards and ensure compliance across sponsored research.

  • External Partner and Vendor Management: Select, contract and manage vendors and external experts; own timelines, budgets and quality to deliver high-value projects efficiently.

  • Market and Access Insight: Maintain deep knowledge of disease state, customer and market dynamics, competitive landscape and evolving reimbursement requirements to anticipate evidence needs and guide strategy.

Essential Skills/Experience:
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry, graduate degree strongly preferred (PhD, MS, MPH) in health economics, epidemiology, outcomes research and/or related disciplines.

  • Understanding and knowledge and application of epidemiological/health outcomes methodology within pharmaceutical industry at an international level.

  • In-depth expertise with research methods for real world research, HEOR projects including pharmacoepidemiologic models.

  • Knowledge of the Global and US healthcare systems and their changing needs for health economic and payer analytic information.

  • Scientific expertise in oncology with knowledge of different data sources

  • Demonstrated expertise in analytical, judgment and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Skills/Experience:
  • Advanced Scientific degree

  • Developed conceptual and integrative thinking with capability to access internal and external resources for advice.

  • Standout teammate and supports the asset team within the O2R organization.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills.

  • Oncology experience preferred

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives 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. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Why AstraZeneca:

Here, science meets strategy in the service of patients. You will work with experts across disciplines to build evidence that genuinely changes medical practice—bringing together health economists, epidemiologists, clinicians and data scientists to unlock insights faster and with greater impact. We value kindness alongside ambition, creating space for curiosity, debate and learning while keeping our focus on delivering outcomes that matter for patients, caregivers and healthcare systems. With a broad and deep Oncology pipeline and a culture that empowers you to try new ideas and learn from them, your contribution will be visible, meaningful and amplified by the power of unexpected teams working side by side.

Call to Action:

If you are ready to lead evidence that shapes cancer care and see your work reach patients at scale, take the next step and apply to join us.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from US $151,227 & $226,840 Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans. 

Date Posted

09-Aug-2026

Closing Date

09-Aug-2026

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

Skills Required

  • Minimum 3 years' experience
  • Experience in the pharmaceutical industry
  • Graduate degree (PhD, MS, MPH) in health economics, epidemiology, outcomes research or related discipline
  • Understanding and application of epidemiological and health outcomes methodology within the pharmaceutical industry at an international level
  • In-depth expertise with research methods for real-world research and HEOR projects, including pharmacoepidemiologic models
  • Knowledge of Global and US healthcare systems and payer analytic information needs
  • Scientific expertise in oncology and familiarity with diverse data sources
  • Demonstrated analytical, judgment and problem-solving skills
  • Advanced scientific degree
  • Conceptual and integrative thinking; ability to access internal and external resources for advice
  • Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Teamwork and ability to support the asset team within the organization
  • Oncology experience

AstraZeneca Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AstraZeneca and has not been reviewed or approved by AstraZeneca.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is considered competitive across many roles when total rewards are factored in. Senior scientific and leadership bands are described with high ranges that reinforce competitiveness at upper levels.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Bonuses, equity eligibility in many salaried roles, and solid sales on‑target earnings with upside are emphasized as meaningful parts of compensation. These elements boost overall value even where base pay is not the very highest.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) program with a strong company match and immediate vesting is repeatedly cited as a standout. Generous retirement support is viewed as enhancing the total package relative to peers.

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