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$137k – $205k per year
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In office (Gaithersburg)
Seniority
Architect · 5+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time
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AstraZeneca is a British-Swedish pharmaceutical company formed in 1999 by the merger of Astra of Sweden and Zeneca of the United Kingdom, and now one of the largest drug makers in the world by revenue. Its portfolio is concentrated in oncology with Tagrisso, Imfinzi and Enhertu, alongside cardiovascular, renal and metabolic products including Farxiga, respiratory and immunology medicines, and a rare disease business built on the acquisition of Alexion. Headquartered in Cambridge in England and listed in London, Stockholm and New York, it reports in United States dollars.

We are now recruiting an AssociateDirector,R&IClinical Regulatory Writing (CReW). As part of a clinical delivery or submission team,the Associate Directorprovidesstrategic communications leadership to projects,establishescommunication standards and best practice, and continuously advocatesfor quality and efficiency. The Associate Director also authorsstrategic clinical-regulatory documents and providescritical review to achieve high-quality standards,utilizingbest practices for document and accelerated submission delivery.

WhatYou willDo

The AssociateDirector,CReW, isexpected to:

  • Independently manage clinical regulatory writing activities across a portfolio of work.

  • Author clinical-regulatory documents within a program by ensuring that relevant regulatory,technical,and quality standards are achieved, and that relevant processes and best practice are applied.

  • Drive the development of the clinical Submission Communication Strategy.

  • Lead internal/external authoring teams and provide strong partnership with vendor medical writers to ensure delivery to time and quality.

  • Drive the clinical interpretation of complex data and information and condense it into clear,conciseandaccuratemessages that address information requirements.

  • Be a strategic thinker anddemonstratestrategic review capabilities.

  • Proactively collaborative with other functions at the program level.

  • Support the development of others in Clinical Regulatory Writing.

  • Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence from a communications leadership perspective, includingrepresentingtheClinical Regulatory Writing functionon drug and non-drug projects, asrequired.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • ABachelor's degree

  • At least 5 years of experiencein the medical/regulatory writing field gained in a pharmaceutical/biotech industry orContract Research Organizationenvironment.

  • Experienceleadingsubmission authoring andauthoring submission level documents.

  • Understanding ofthedrug development process fromdevelopmentthrough life-cycle management.

  • Experience inworking within,andcontributing to,large, diverse,matrixteams.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

  • In depth knowledge of the technical and regulatory requirements related to the role.

  • Flexibility in adapting to changing circumstancesandlatest information.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in a scientific discipline (Ph.D.).

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $136,784.80 - $205,177.20 USD. 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

09-Sep-2026

Closing Date

30-Sep-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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