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Associate Director, R&I Clinical Regulatory Writing (CReW)

AstraZeneca
Posted a day ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Gaithersburg, MD, US

Salary

$136,785 - $205,177 per year

Contract type

Full Time

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  • AstraZeneca is seeking an Associate Director for R&I Clinical Regulatory Writing (CReW) with a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in medical/regulatory writing within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
  • The role involves managing clinical regulatory writing activities, authoring strategic documents, and leading authoring teams to ensure high-quality standards and timely delivery.
  • Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of the drug development process, along with the ability to work collaboratively in diverse teams.
  • The annual salary for this position ranges from $136,784.80 to $205,177.20 USD, with additional benefits including bonuses, retirement plans, and health coverage.
  • AstraZeneca promotes an inclusive culture and is committed to lifelong learning and development, encouraging qualified candidates to apply.

We are now recruiting anĀ AssociateĀ Director,Ā R&IĀ Clinical Regulatory Writing (CReW).Ā As part of a clinical delivery or submission team,Ā the Associate DirectorĀ providesĀ strategic communications leadership to projects,Ā establishesĀ communication standards and best practice, and continuously advocatesĀ for quality and efficiency. The Associate Director also authorsĀ strategic clinical-regulatory documents and providesĀ critical review to achieve high-quality standards,Ā utilizingĀ best practices for document and accelerated submission delivery.Ā 

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WhatĀ You willĀ Do

The AssociateĀ Director,Ā CReW, isĀ expected to:Ā 

  • Independently manage clinical regulatory writing activities across a portfolio of work.  

  • Author clinical-regulatory documents within a program by ensuring that relevant regulatory,Ā technical,Ā and quality standards are achieved, and that relevant processes and best practice are applied.  

  • Drive the development of the clinical Submission Communication Strategy.  

  • Lead internal/external authoring teams and provide strong partnership with vendor medical writers to ensure delivery to time and quality.  

  • Drive the clinical interpretation of complex data and information and condense it into clear,Ā conciseĀ andĀ accurateĀ messages that address information requirements.  

  • Be a strategic thinker andĀ demonstrateĀ strategic review capabilities.Ā 

  • Proactively collaborative with other functions at the program level.Ā 

  • Support the development of others in Clinical Regulatory Writing.  

  • Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence from a communications leadership perspective, includingĀ representingĀ theĀ Clinical Regulatory Writing functionĀ on drug and non-drug projects, asĀ required.Ā 

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Minimum Qualifications:

  • AĀ Bachelor's degree

  • At least 5 years of experienceĀ in the medical/regulatory writing field gained in a pharmaceutical/biotech industry orĀ Contract Research OrganizationĀ environment.Ā 

  • ExperienceĀ leadingĀ submission authoring andĀ authoring submission level documents.Ā 

  • Understanding ofĀ theĀ drug development process fromĀ developmentĀ through life-cycle management.Ā 

  • Experience inĀ working within,Ā andĀ contributing to,Ā large, diverse,Ā matrixĀ teams.Ā 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.Ā 

  • In depth knowledge of the technical and regulatory requirements related to the role.  

  • Flexibility in adapting to changing circumstancesĀ andĀ latest information.Ā 

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Desirable Qualifications:Ā 

  • Advanced degree in a scientific discipline (Ph.D.).Ā 

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?Ā 

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $136,784.80 - $205,177.20 USD. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Ā In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an ā€œat-will positionā€ and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.Ā 

Date Posted

17-Aug-2026

Closing Date

07-Sep-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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