About AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca, we’re not afraid to do things differently. We’re building a new kind of organisation to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening up innovative ways of working, pioneering ground-breaking methods and bringing cross-functional teams together.

Early Oncology is focused on attacking cancer from multiple angles through innovative modalities, realising the potential of combinations and building treatment regimens with depth, durability and precision. The Executive Director of Radioconjugates – within the new Oncology Targeted Delivery team – will be accountable for the generation of bioscience data packages to support our early-stage radioconjugates portfolio.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to lead the drug discovery efforts of Radioconjugate efforts in Oncology R&D. This pivotal role is instrumental in advancing our mission to deliver transformative cancer therapies and set new standards in oncology treatment. By leveraging the combined capabilities, you will ensure that our collaborative efforts maximize innovation and effectiveness in developing groundbreaking radioconjugate therapies

In this role you will report to SVP, Biologics Engineering & Oncology Targeted Discovery and lead a bioscience team department. You will be responsible for the discovery and preclinical development of the radioconjugate portfolio from target discovery/identification through to clinical candidate selection.

Key accountabilities include:

Providing strategic leadership and direction for the Radioconjugate Bioscience function and ensuring the needs and capabilities of the function are well understood and represented at the global leadership level.Partnering with leadership teams from Oncology Targeted Discovery to articulate and execute the radioconjugate strategyAligning Radioconjugate strategies with AstraZeneca's broader oncology goals to ensure cohesive advancement of our therapeutic portfolioWorking closely with AstraZeneca R&D partner functions including Biologics Engineering, Discovery Sciences, Oncology Strategy to manage the composition, execution, focus and coordinated deliverables for the radioconjugate portfolio.Driving portfolio prioritisation, staying abreast of the latest external developments and innovations and able to identify future strategic opportunities.Evolving the capabilities and fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture, ensuring resources are used appropriately to satisfy current and anticipated needs of the organisation, and that the function drives performance and delivers business value.Collaborating cross-functionally with colleagues across the discovery and clinical development value chain.

Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

PhD in a Biological science discipline with a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience, or a MD/PhD with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.Including deep experience in leading novel oncology therapeutic discovery and advancement such as antibody drug conjugates or radioconjugatesStrategic Leadership in Matrix Environments with demonstrated ability to lead and influence in complex matrix organizations, with a preference for experience working across both large multinational corporations and smaller entities.Proven leadership experience promoting, motivating and empowering others to accomplish individual, team and organisational objectives. Effective interpersonal and relationship management skills with consultative approach and ability to interact and build trustStrong leadership and c-suite / board communication skills – ability to convey scientifically complex data and concepts in a simple, straightforward mannerSignificant experience in functional strategy in a multi-national environmentAbility to influence strategically and persuade tactfully, to obtain desired outcomes while maintaining effective, positive organisational relationshipsExpert reputation within the business and externally across the industry

Date Posted

01-May-2025

Closing Date

27-Jul-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.