Senior Director, Pathology Diagnostics – Global Oncology Diagnostics

Location:
Barcelona
- Spain (3 days working from the office and 2 days working from home).
At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We are focused on leading a revolution in oncology to redefine cancer care and address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We are following the science to understand cancer and all its complexities so that we can discover, develop and deliver life-changing treatments and increase the potential for cure. The Oncology business is the fastest growing team within AstraZeneca and across the industry. Through our relentless quest for innovation, we have created one of the most diverse portfolios and pipelines in the industry. We deliver on the promise of our pipeline through launch excellence, commercial effectiveness and maximizing the lifecycle. The Senior 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 facilitating the development of local testing solutions through innovative digital and computational pathology platformsGenerating Clinical Evidence in collaboration with Oncology Medical AffairsDeveloping Medical Education for the lab community to support the adoption of local testing with a strong focus on digital and computational pathology best practicesLeading efforts for the generation of real-world data for Pathology diagnostic solutions harnessing digital and computational pathology analytics and technologiesWhat You'll Do: The Senior Director of Clinical Diagnostics will work closely with cross-functional partners, regions, and countries for coordination of all Oncology diagnostic activities. The role involves collaborating on the development of the global medical plan for patient identification solutions for AstraZeneca Oncology products and partnering with all relevant cross-functional collaborators to implement the Oncology Diagnostics medical strategy with an emphasis on digital and computational pathology platforms. The role also includes assisting in the development of KEE advocacy and KEE engagement plans in laboratory segments, leading Scientific Advisory boards and other diagnostics activities at scientific events including major Congresses and Forums. The Director will also be responsible for championing AstraZeneca's leadership in digital and computational pathology at major scientific events and forums. 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 experience or substantial exposure to digital and/or computational pathologyPreferred

Qualifications:
MD with accredited pathology residency and fellowship in a clinical or molecular subspecialtyStrong life sciences foundation (e.g., Molecular Biology, Pathology), with experience in clinical companion diagnostic development using digital and computational pathology methodologiesMembership in relevant diagnostics professional societiesOver 5 years of Medical Affairs experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or CRO settings, including collaborations with integrated delivery networks, accountable care organizations, and payersSkilled in stakeholder engagement, including KEE, advocacy groups, and payersFamiliarity with global regulatory organizations, guidelines, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and pharmaceutical product development, encompassing clinical operations, commercial, regulatory, and medical affairs aspects of companion diagnostics and digital/computational pathologyDemonstrated scientific and medical judgment, problem-solving abilities, and a practical understanding of scientific methods and clinical applications in digital and computational pathologyProven success working collaboratively within matrixed, cross-functional teamsWhen 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 bold world. AstraZeneca offers an environment where you can thrive by workin