Director, U.S. Marketing Strategy, IgAN

Responsibilities

• Translate U.S. brand and launch strategy into integrated launch plans and execution across customer segments
• Drive execution of prioritized launch workstreams, including disease education, omnichannel programs, and field readiness
• Operationalize brand positioning, value proposition, and messaging platforms across all marketing programs
• Execute omnichannel marketing initiatives across personal and non-personal channels to support diagnosis and treatment adoption
• Support market shaping initiatives, including diagnostic pathway optimization and stakeholder engagement
• Partner with cross-functional teams such as Medical, Market Access, Sales, and Regulatory to ensure coordinated execution
• Generate and apply insights from market research and analytics to refine marketing performance
• Manage agencies, budgets, and project timelines with strong operational discipline
• Define, track, and report key performance metrics to identify optimization opportunities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in the Biotech or pharmaceutical industry
• 3+ years of experience in rare disease or specialty marketing
• Strong understanding of rare disease market dynamics, including patient journeys and HCP decision-making
• Proven ability to translate high-level strategy into actionable, measurable marketing plans
• Demonstrated success managing complex, cross-functional initiatives in a matrixed environment
• Ability to travel up to 30% to support business needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MBA, PharmD, PhD, or MS)
• Specific experience in nephrology or specialty therapeutics
• Prior experience in launch strategy development and market shaping
• Experience integrating data, analytics, and digital capabilities into marketing execution

Benefits

• Competitive annual base pay ranging from $194,126.40 - $291,189.60
• Short-term incentive bonus opportunity
• Eligibility for equity-based long-term incentive programs
• Qualified retirement program (401(k) plan)
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and leaves

About the Company

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines that transform patient care.