Clinical Account Director – Payer Oncology

Clinical Account Director – Payer Oncology

Requirements

• Advanced Clinical/Science degree (e.g., MD, PharmD, PhD). Applicants with a Scientific Degree (e.g. BS Pharm, Master of Science, BSN, NP, PA, etc.) with extensive market access / industry experience may be considered.
• At least 5 years of scientific work experience in the pharmaceutical industry or managed markets, focusing on payer strategy, clinical practice, or health outcomes.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical landscape, access and reimbursement models, health economics, and clinical outcomes research.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, using storytelling to convey complex information clearly and adapt messages for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop account strategies that showcase the clinical value and unique offerings of AZ’s oncology medicines while understanding payer population-management strategies and evidence needs.
• Build relationships with KDMs to advance AZ’s oncology priorities, engage in scientific information exchange to differentiate value proposition for AZ’s oncology medicines, and implement initiatives aligning clinical and AstraZeneca interests.
• Serve as the oncology payer expert within cross-functional teams, contributing to the development of payer-facing resources while delivering valuable insights to inform market access strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in oncology; additional training (residency or fellowship) and/or board certification in oncology (BCOP) are advantageous.
• Master’s degree (e.g., MBA, MHA, MPH) and significant experience in a field liaison role or managed care setting.
• Candidates should be willing to travel at least 70% of the time.