Associate Director, Integrated Insights

The Access Strategy Integrated Insights Associate Director , US Oncology supports multiple franchises and indications across AstraZeneca’s oncology portfolio, including several upcoming launches , as well as above - brand initiatives . The role requires strong critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and a proactive mindset. Recent consulting experience is essential . This Gaithersburg, MD–based role requires a minimum 60% in ‑ office presence , a requirement that is mandatory.       The Associate Director develops actionable insights related to A ccess S trategy in oncology, uncover s drivers and barriers to product access , and distills insights and learnings applicable across the oncology portfolio . The role leads primary research ( and secondary data analytics as needed) in partnership with other internal teams and external vendors. Close collaboration with A ccess S trategy , B rand I nsights and A nalytics, B rand M arketing and other commercial stakeholders is essential.     This position reports to the Director, Market Access & Precision Medicine Integrated Insights within the US Oncology Business Excellence (OBEX) team . Depending on business needs, exact indications covered may shift and responsibilities may also include precision medicine/biom arker testing insights work.      Key Responsibilities   • Lead qualitative and quantitative analyses to deliver clear, actionable insights for priority business needs.   • Identify key questions and design research and analytics plans in partnership with cross ‑ functional stakeholders.   • Develop deep expertise in the A ccess S trategy space to inform strategy and operational plans.   • Create concise, compelling reports and presentations that connect insights to business implications.   • Integrate insights across primary research, secondary analytics, field input, marketing, and Access Strategy to deliver commercially relevant recommendations.   • Lead KPI development, tracking, and reporting for access strategy teams or brands, serving as the voice of HCPs, payers , and other access strategy stakeholders , as needed .   • Manage external vendors to ensure high ‑ quality project execution.   • Champion standardization and capability building across brands and franchises.   • Incorporate AI tools to enhance efficiency and accelerate insights generation.     Leadership Capabilities   • Enterprise Mindset : I ndependently drives KBQ development and proactively makes recommendations to stakeholders regarding types of insights support relevant to the business .   • Leadership: S een as a trusted market access insights expert for relevant indications .   • Stakeholder Focus: Builds strong stakeholder relationships and leverages stakeholder feedback and insights to build relevant recommendations .   • Decisive Action: Navigates ambiguity, challenges assumptions, and takes smart, informed risks.   • Collaboration: Fosters broad cross ‑ functional alignment to drive stronger business outcomes.   • Influence: Communicates clearly and persuasively across levels, effectively connecting insights to strategic implications.     Essential Qualifications   • 3 + years of consulting experience in the pharmaceutical sector.   • E xperience supporting market access strategy, payer insights, or related access-focused commercial work.   • Solid understanding of primary market research methodologies.   • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with stakeholders and communicate insights effectively.   • Bachelor’s degree required .     Desired Qualifications   • E xperience beyond consulting within pharma/biotech or related industries ( e.g., analytics, market research, investment banking).   • Advanced degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Data Science, Statistics,