Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
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Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
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Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
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Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States · On-site
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Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
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Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States · On-site
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Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States · On-site
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Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States · On-site
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Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States · On-site
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Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States · On-site
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Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States · On-site
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Lead strategic communications and culture change for the Enterprise AI Transformation Office to drive behavioral shifts and AI adoption. Partner across functions to shape narratives, manage stakeholder engagement, and implement change management strategies.
Requires a scientific degree (PhD/MD preferred) and over 10 years of experience in strategic communications with at least 5 years in leadership. Must have a proven track record in organizational transformation and familiarity with change management methodologies like Prosci or Kotter.
WHY JOIN US?
At AstraZeneca, we are dedicated to being a Great Place to Work, where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. With an ambitious goal of delivering 20 new medicines by 2030, there is no better place to make a difference in medicine, for patients, and in society.
At AstraZeneca, we're driven by purpose — becoming digitally-enabled to drive better outcomes for patients. In this role, you'll be the one making that change happen, partnering across functions to ensure our people and organisation successfully adopt new ways of working. You'll join a truly enterprise-wide effort that breaks down silos and unites diverse teams, with the freedom to take smart risks and shape how transformation lands across the business.
Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office is purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.
Our team is a critical pillar of the new Enterprise AI (EAI) strategic business unit, ensuring we are set-up for success to deliver business impact through AI, by identifying and driving transformative opportunities and shaping and delivering the AI transformation across the enterprise. We set the EAI strategic and operational direction and lead cross-functional and enterprise-wide AI initiatives to deliver transformative value and ensure we are at our best in delivering life-saving medicines to patients.
About the Role
This director role sits within AstraZeneca's Enterprise AI Transformation Office (AITO), reporting to the Senior Director, Culture & Capability. You'll lead strategic communications and culture change for EAI, responsible for shaping narratives, driving engagement, and leading behavioral change across EAI teams while supporting both EAI-wide and team-specific communication needs.
What You'll Lead:
EAI Communications Leadership (35%)
Craft EAI transformation narratives that resonate across all EAI units and organizational levels
Design and execute EAI-wide communication strategies including townhalls and team events
Partner with Global Corporate Affairs to align EAI communications with enterprise-wide AI messaging
Translate complex AI concepts into accessible communications for diverse EAI audiences
Support major EAI events (Connection Week, AI Symposium, cross-unit initiatives)
EAI Team Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement (30%)
Serve as primary communications point of contact for assigned EAI teams
Build deep stakeholder relationships across EAI units, acting as trusted advisor for communication and change needs
Gather intelligence on EAI team needs through regular engagement with unit leaders and members
Translate stakeholder insights into comprehensive plans that integrate communications, change management, and capability development
Facilitate cross-EAI collaboration and communication between units
Support unit-specific communication needs while maintaining EAI-wide consistency
EAI Culture Change & Community Building (25%)
Drive behavioral shifts that foster EAI culture and normalize AI as a core capability
Design and launch EAI culture campaigns that reinforce experimentation, learning from failure, and AI confidence
Build EAI community through social events, recognition programs, and team-building initiatives
Embed EAI culture principles into team practices and recognition mechanisms
Measure and track cultural indicators related to EAI team engagement and AI adoption
Change Management & Leadership Support (10%)
Support structured change management approaches for major EAI initiatives
Build trust and manage resistance within EAI teams during transformation
Coach EAI leaders on change leadership tactics and communication strategies
Track adoption metrics and feedback loops to monitor EAI transformation progress
Essential Requirements
Scientific degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent advanced scientific training preferred), with the ability to communicate complex scientific concepts credibly across research, clinical, and business audiences
10+ years in strategic communications, internal communications, or corporate affairs roles, with a proven track record of crafting compelling narratives and executing communication strategies in complex, matrixed organizations
At least 5 years of leadership experience, including ability to coach leaders, manage execution through others and lead teams.
Experience supporting organizational transformation with familiarity with change management methodologies (Prosci, Kotter, or equivalent) and a track record of driving behavioral change and culture transformation initiatives
Strong stakeholder management and consultative skills, with demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships across multiple business units, gather needs, synthesize insights, and develop integrated communications and capability plans
Experience in global organizations across multiple time zones and cultural contexts, with the ability to influence without direct authority at all organizational levels
Desirable Qualifications
Pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience
Technology or digital transformation experience
Medical writing or scientific communications background
Familiarity with AI technologies and their application to drive business value, with the ability to translate AI concepts into compelling narratives that support adoption and organizational transformation.
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete the full application on our website at your earliest convenience – it is the only way that our Recruiter and Hiring Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity. If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share this posting with them.
AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing [email protected].
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The annual base pay for this position ranges from $148,366.40 - $190,000 USD. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program. 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 “at-will position” 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.
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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