Executive Director, Clinical Development Operations – Early Oncology

AstraZeneca

Executive Director responsible for overseeing EO clinical programs and integrating AI in clinical operations. Leading cross-functional teams and ensuring strategic portfolio leadership with operational excellence.

Posted 6/14/2026full-timeGaithersburg • Maryland, Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $284,381 - $426,572 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide global oversight for significant portion of EO clinical portfolio, guiding project planning, operational delivery, and resource allocation to Global and Clinical Project Teams (GPTs/CPTs)
Champion the deployment and integration of artificial intelligence, digital tools, and process automation across all clinical operations
Consistently embrace novel operational models, platform studies, and customized strategies for complex modalities
Anticipate and address emerging regulatory requirements by embedding compliance into operational strategy
Foster strong cross-functional and external partnerships, engaging with Tumour Councils and industry thought leaders
Build, inspire, and mentor high-performing, diverse teams
Establish and refine operational frameworks, leveraging AI and analytics to monitor performance
Lead strategic vendor engagement and procurement, ensuring effective collaboration with key delivery partners
Set and uphold target metrics for clinical quality, overseeing compliance and process improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor degree (MSc or PhD are highly desired)
Over 10 years of combined experience in managing clinical programs (early oncology experience preferred)
Visionary, forward-thinking, and adept at navigating complex, fast-paced environments
Track record of delivering high-quality, timely, and cost-effective clinical operations
Commitment to building diverse, talented, and resilient teams
Deep understanding of how digital and AI technologies can unlock significant efficiencies for clinical trial execution
Expertise in partnering with alliance management, procurement, and SMEs to optimize vendor performance
Ability to inspire and mobilize teams to lead change within a dynamic clinical operations ecosystem
Outstanding skills in stakeholder engagement, internal and external partnership, and consensus building
Adopts industry trends and pioneers new approaches in clinical trial design, delivery, and patient engagement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term incentive bonus opportunity
Eligibility to participate in equity-based long-term incentive program
Retirement contribution (hourly roles)
Commission payment eligibility (sales roles)
Qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
Paid vacation and holidays
Paid leaves
Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

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Hard Skills & Tools

clinical program managementoperational deliveryresource allocationprocess automationAI integrationanalyticsvendor engagementcompliance oversightclinical quality metricsprocess improvement

Soft Skills

visionary thinkingteam buildingmentoringstakeholder engagementcross-functional collaborationinspiring leadershipadaptabilitystrategic thinkingconsensus buildingresilience

Certifications

Bachelor degreeMScPhD