Director, Business Planning and Operations job opportunity at AstraZeneca.



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AstraZeneca Director, Business Planning and Operations
Experience: 7-years
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loacation US - Waltham - MA, United States Of America
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Shape the future of cancer science with AstraZeneca.   Our Oncology R&D pipeline spans 100+ projects across six scientific platforms—Immuno-Oncology, Tumor Drivers & Resistance, DNA Damage Response, Antibody–Drug Conjugates, Cell Therapy, and Epigenetics.   We’re   driven by one bold ambition: a world where cancer is no longer a cause of death.     The Opportunity   As   Director, Business Planning & Operations (BPO)   for Cancer Biomarker Development,   you’ll   be the strategic partner to the   Vice President   ( VP )   and Leadership Team—turning vision into action and ensuring the function   operates   at peak effectiveness. This highly visible role blends   strategic advisory, operational leadership, and resource stewardship   to accelerate science and impact patients faster.     What   You’ll   Do   Be the VP’s trusted advisor —shaping strategy,   framing choices, and enabling agile decisions through data-driven insights   and functioning in a similar capacity as   CoS.   Lead business cases & special initiatives —from partnerships and investments to cross-functional change programs   including broad adoption of AI   and integration of   new capabilities and teams .    Own budgeting & resource planning —forecasting, prioritization, and portfolio alignment to meet pipeline needs.   Drive operational excellence —design leadership rhythms, track actions, and translate strategy into execution.   Champion talent & collaboration —support retention, onboarding, and succession planning while fostering a culture of innovation.     What You Bring   Bachelor’s degree   and   7+ years in drug or biomarker development, including early-phase portfolio management.   Proven experience in business case development, project/program management, and operational leadership.   Executive-ready communication skills and ability to influence across functions.   Strong analytical mindset; adept at simplifying complex processes.   Comfortable in fast-paced, dynamic environments.   Preferred:   Master’s/MBA, deep Oncology knowledge, experience leading cross-functional teams.     Why Join Us?   At AstraZeneca, we act with urgency and   curiosity— turning   opportunities into outcomes. If   you’re   energized by shaping strategy, enabling science, and delivering operational excellence that accelerates patient impact, this is your platform.     J oin us and help redefine   what’s   possible in Oncology !   The annual base pay for this position ranges from $167,772.00 to $251,658.00. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans. Date Posted 17-Jan-2026 Closing Date 30-Jan-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

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