AstraZeneca

Global Director, Advocacy & Market Development

AstraZeneca  •  $229k - $344k/yr  •  Gaithersburg, MD (Onsite)  •  14 days ago
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Job Description

The Global Director, Advocacy & Market Development (Biologics)leads the global advocacy for severe asthma andnonbrandedmarket development agenda

The roleis responsible for

  • Building credible,scienceledadvocacy across pulmonology and immunology communitieswith a strong focus on Eosinophilic Inflammation

  • Leadingglobalnon-brandedmarket development initiativesto improvediagnosis,optimizecare pathways, and enable sustained biologicadoption, focused onInternationalmarkets and China.

  • Partnering closely with Medical, Commercialandpriority marketsto translate strategy into measurable impactand scalable execution.

  • This position reports into GlobalCommercial Head Fasenraandoperatesin close alignment with Medical Affairs and KeyMarket Teams.

GlobalAdvocacy Program(Eosinophilic Inflammation )Lead a global, science-driven advocacy program that mobilizes the respiratory and immunology communities aroundimproved patient outcomes in eosinophilic diseases(Severe Asthma, EGPA and HES)

  • Develop and execute the globalFasenraadvocacy strategy aligned with brand strategy and lifecycle priorities

  • Build and evolve trustedrelationships with Key External Experts (KEEs) through the GlobalEOS Science Groupand respiratory disease forums

  • Shape and amplify theeosinophilic inflammationnarrative in close collaboration with Global Medical and Brand teams, ensuringit’scredible, consistent, and locally actionable

  • Co-create scientific advocacy content and external education initiatives, inpartnership with Medical Affairs

Market Development Program(Unbranded)Lead the non-branded market developmentagenda to help redefine severe asthma care and accelerate adoption of biologic-ready patient pathways.

  • Lead the global non-branded market development strategy to ensure bio-eligible patients will have access to biological treatment options

  • Identifyand address key barriers across the patient journeyoptimizingdiagnosis, referral and Guideline Directed Medical Therapy

  • Partner with Medical,Accessand Health Economicsteamstoco-createpriority system change initiatives

  • Collaborate with respiratory authorities, KEEs, and relevant policymakers to strengthen healthcare system capacity and guideline/pathway implementation across key markets, with a particular focus on the International Region and China

  • Translate strategic ambitions into clear global frameworks that markets can localize and execute

Cross-functional and Matrix Leadership

Act as a global integrator and catalyst across Brand, Medical, Policy/Access, Digital, and priority markets to enable strongglobaltolocalexecution

  • Align stakeholders on priorities, simplify complexity, and drive focused execution against the most impactful levers

  • Represent advocacy and market development perspectives in key global governance forums, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and medical priorities

  • Collaborate with local marketing, digital, medical, and policy leads in priority markets to ensure seamless strategy execution and shared ownership of outcomes

Leadership & Ways of Working

We are looking for a leader who delivers results through partnership, clarity, and empowerment.

  • Lead with a partnership mindset—building trust, alignment, and momentum across diverse teams and cultures

  • Translate strategy into clear, actionable priorities and measurable outcomes, focusing on impact over activity

  • Empower markets through scalable frameworks and capability building rather than central control

  • Contribute to talent development by coaching,rolemodelinginclusive leadership, and strengthening advocacy/market development capabilities across the network

Education

Required:

  • Master’s degree with scientificexpertiseas preferred

Desirable:

  • Secondary degree, e.g., MBA, PhD with scienceexpertise

Experience

Required:

  • 10+years experiencein healthcare or biopharma industry, with a strong preference for experience in the Respiratory and/or Immunology area

  • Confirmed experience of engaging with anddemonstratinginsights from external customerse.g.KEEs, prescribers, payors

  • Proven success in a global or local role

  • Confirmed strong influencing skills and collaborator management, including at an Executive Level

  • Experienced and comfortable working in a matrix environment and capable to adapt to work with different countries anddifferent cultures

  • Experience to create a positive relationship with third parties as an AZ Ambassador at Board and Executive Committee level

  • Launch experience and success including experience with building local advocacy and developing market as well as brand share

  • We are looking for a professional who is resilient,strategicallystrongand able to executewith a ‘partnership’ mindset

Nextsteps, ifthe role lookssuitableplease apply!

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 an environment where diversity is our strength, reflecting the variety of patients we serve. Here, you'll find a place for continuous learning, exchanging knowledge, and building best practices to grow your career. With a fusion of support, trust, and agility, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and embrace all the investment, feedback, and ample opportunities on offer. It's an exciting time for our team as we redefine the future of healthcare.

Ready to jump in and be part of something extraordinary? Apply now and take the next step in your career journey with AstraZeneca!

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $229,303 to $343,955. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Date Posted

19-Jun-2026

Closing Date

02-Jul-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.

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Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Cambridge, GB
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