Competitive Intelligence Director Early R&D Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts

Do you have a passion for influencing global strategies with deep insights extracted from a strategic understanding of the competitive environment? AstraZeneca invites you to join a leading force in biopharmaceutical innovation, where your ideas will contribute to life-changing medicines. About AstraZeneca AstraZeneca is at the forefront of the pharmaceutical industry, driven by one imperative: to transform ideas into life-changing medicines. Our commitment to “following the science” is not just a slogan but a comprehensive strategy that propels us toward breakthroughs in therapy and patient care. We boast a diverse and potent pipeline designed to tackle some of the world’s most pressing health challenges through innovative new assets and modalities that redefine treatment paradigms. Beyond traditional therapeutics, AstraZeneca is passionately investing in the advancements of data and AI to reshape both the scientific landscape and our operational methodologies. These pioneering technologies allow us to develop smarter, faster approaches to drug discovery and development—enhancing our ability to make informed decisions and accelerate delivery of high-quality medicines. By joining AstraZeneca, you will be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team that values curiosity and creativity, encouraging ground breaking work that significantly impacts science and medicine globally. We are seeking an experienced Competitive Intelligence Director – Early R D who is passionate to join AstraZeneca’s BioPharma R D Strategy group. AstraZeneca has grown to be a leader in innovation by following the science with a world-class R D unit. We aim to expand our leadership identifying pioneering trends in the preclinical and early clinical space to help shape our strategy. With a deep scientific understanding of our key TAs (Cardiovascular Renal Metabolism or Respiratory & Immunology), this Associate-Director/ Director-level role acts as the AZ eye on emerging scientific disruptive trends. What You Will Do Influence investment decisions by delivering analysis and insights to Senior Leadership and other key partners to ensure a full understanding of the constantly evolving landscape. Own the delivery of competitive analysis, using your deep knowledge of the therapy area and external resources to shape future-proofed therapy area (TA) analysis Establish strong working relationships across key cross functional stakeholders Help define complex business problems, and create intelligence reports and analysis to aid in evidence-driven strategic decision-making Ensure alignment of competitive intelligence deliverables with key organizational priorities, conduct research, analyze data, derive actionable insights and ensure they are communicated to and understood by Senior Leadership Monitor the outside environment through secondary research (databases, patents, communications, congresses, biotech ecosystem), identifying key changes in AZ understanding of the competitive intensity and opportunities in real time Strong written and oral communication skills, able to synthetize complex information into digestible CI insights and recommendations that drive strategic decisions Responsible for the management of specific elements of CI budget and TA vendor relationships Who You Are Bachelors Degree Educated to PhD or MBA level At least 3 years of experience working with data, analysis and fact-based decision-making A critical, innovative thinker with a background in clinical / research or investment analysis Specific strategy experience In-depth understanding of clinical data, clinical trial design or regulatory frameworks Highly intellectual with excellent analytical skills and learning agility Experienced in leading cross-functional teams with ability to influence without authority A clear communicator with the ability to communicate complex issues simply Resourceful, motivated, decisive and proactive; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-growing organization Why Join AstraZeneca? At AstraZeneca, we recognize the importance of identifying and capturing the best assets and trends emerging from this key market. As part of our Global Strategy Team, you’ll play a crucial role in redefining pharmaceutical competition by leveraging deep cultural and scientific insights to drive global success. Embrace the opportunity to innovate, pioneer new methods, and join diverse teams in shaping the future. Ready to Influence and Innovate? If you’re driven to make a substantial impact with your expertise in competitive intelligence and have a passion for understanding the intricacies of the Chinese market, join our journey to transform patient outcomes worldwide. Apply today to become part of the exciting AstraZeneca community! Date Posted 12-Jun-2025 Closing Date 25-Jun-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. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.