Global Development Director Scientist
AstraZeneca · Barcelona, Spain · Global
Posted 60+ days ago
Clinical Research
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Demand90
Career growth85
Healthcare fit85
Remote potential60
5-year outlook
Director-level roles in global pharma clinical development typically command high six-figure salaries with bonus and equity, and growth remains strong given the expanding oncology pipeline. Exact figures vary by location and experience.
Clinical license
Not required
Applicant reach
narrow
Seniority
senior
Employment type
full-time
Date found
2026-09-08
Intelligence details
Why this is worth applying to
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced clinicians (MD/PhD/PharmD) with clinical development experience to advance into a global leadership role. It offers high impact, hybrid flexibility, and strong career trajectory, but requires a proven track record in trial design and execution.
Who should apply
Physicians (especially oncologists/hematologists) with 5+ years in pharma clinical development, pharmacists with research doctorates, and PhDs in biomedical sciences with clinical trial experience.
CV angle
Frame clinical experience as direct evidence of disease understanding and patient safety insight. Highlight any prior involvement in clinical trials, protocol authoring, data review committees, or regulatory submissions. Emphasize cross-functional leadership and matrix collaboration.
Skills to highlight
- Clinical trial design
- Protocol development
- Clinical data review and cleaning
- Regulatory submissions (NDA/BLA)
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Hematology/oncology expertise
- GCP and ICH guidelines
- Stakeholder influence
Role summary
A senior scientist role at AstraZeneca leading clinical development strategy for hematology assets, collaborating with medical directors and operations to design, execute, and report clinical trials from early to late phase.
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