Global Analytics & Insights, Associate Director - Oncology (Lung)

Job Title Global Analytics & Insights Associate Director, Oncology (Lung)

Location: Gaithersburg, MD US

Introduction to role

Global Analytics & Insights (GA&I)   mission is to improve the quality of the decisions taken on our oncology assets through the creation and delivery of excellent market, customer, and competitor analytics.  This role is based in our Oncology team and will lead the generation of insight and analytics   with in our   lung   cancer   portfolio .

The key to excelling in this role is your ability to turn analysis into a clear story and recommendations for senior leaders. To develop these, you will be a critical thinker capable of delivering   well researched , verified, and relevant analyses in a clear and impactful way. This requires the ability to lead without authority alongside strong analytical and communication skills. You will be comfortable formulating cohesive, strategic arguments which may be used to respectfully challenge a group of experts.      In addition, being resourceful, motivated, decisive and proactive will help equip you in this role. You must be able to prioritise in a fast-growing organization and be confident working with incomplete data.

Accountabilities:

ANALYTICS

- Work with data experts to conduct   analysis of complex datasets, including electronic medical records, claims data, and quantitative survey raw data

- Share your commercial and strategic acumen with data experts- and ‘ ask the right questions ’,   to   generate actionable insights to inform strategic decisions

INSIGHTS

- Design strategy-shaping   qualitative and quantitative   market research   – to build our deep customer understanding

- Lead insights synthesis process   (with support from broader team)   – connecting dots   and   looking for patterns / disconnects between all our analytics and primary market research m aterials and datasets

FORECASTING

- Ensure every assumption is deeply interrogated – with   primary and secondary data and RWD analytics.

- Direct   forecast analysts   to build and manag e   patient flow forecast models , and lead delivery of outputs for forecasting cycles

PERFORMANCE

- Co- Lead   KPI   development , in partnership with commercial   -    identifying   best measures to assess delivery of commercial strategy .    Ensuring they are measurable (data limitations), and   actually drivers   of business

- Analyze   in-market performance   – including source of business -   to   identify   growth opportunities

GENERAL

- Move between being deep in data,   to   communicating findings in a succinct   way that is tailored to the altitude of the stakeholder

- Possess   or   develop deep t umour   knowledge   – becoming an expert in your designated tumours (which may include lung, BTC, HCC, HNSCC, cervical)

Essential Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree in science,   mathematics   or   data -related field

- 3 years relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry,   consultancy   or investment bank

- AI   expertise   or enthusiasm

- Qualitative and quantitative market research experience

- Oncology experience

Desirable:

- Advanced degree ( e.g , MBA,   PhD)

- Knowledge of   real-world datasets such as Flatiron   &   IQVIA

- Commercial brand strategy   experience

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.

AstraZeneca offers the chance to work with a rich pipeline of oncology medicines, advanced digital tools and real-world data in an environment that values curiosity, evidence and smart risk-taking. Teams collaborate across functions and geographies to design value-based solutions that improve access and outcomes for patients worldwide, while providing space to grow skills, shape strategy and see the impact of decisions on real lives.

Ready to turn complex oncology data into powerful insights that influence global decisions and patient outcomes? Apply now!

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges $194,571.20 - $291,856.80 USD Annual. 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
13-May-2026

Closing Date
01-Jun-2026
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