Development Physician Oncology Development (Sr. Medical Director)
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Job Description
About the Role
Join Astellas Pharma as a Development Physician Oncology Development (Sr. Medical Director) in United States. About Astellas Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborates effectively with key internal and external stakeholders as a member of the asset team and leader of the clinical study team to advance one or more clinical trials.
- reported safety events.
- Coordinates with Safety Officer on program for appropriate benefit
- risk assessments, planning FIH study dose selection and escalation path for early
Requirements
- MD or MD/PhD with oncology fellowship complete. Board certified with patient treatment experience beyond fellowship preferred.
- Must have 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience specifically in clinical trial design and execution in a bio
- pharmaceutical development organization or a balance of experience at an academic institution and a pharmaceutical company.
- Proven record of designing clinical trials that can produce high quality data in a timely manner for decision making.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary range: $356,000 to $356,000 annually.
Work Schedule
- Full-time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers competitive compensation. Work with Astellas Pharma in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Development Physician Oncology Development (Sr. Medical Director) at Astellas Pharma a 7.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% of all Oncology physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.
Positions in this range offer a solid balance between clinical responsibility and personal time. Most providers report manageable workloads with adequate recovery time.
Oncology — Physician Career Context
This Oncology position at Astellas Pharma is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Nationally, Oncology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $380k, with the typical range spanning $290k to $520k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Remote physician positions in Oncology have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.
Location & Logistics
This is a fully remote physician position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
- Transparent compensation ($356k–$356k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Clinical Trial Design, Medical Monitoring, Oncology, Immuno-Oncology, Regulatory Documentation, Safety Monitoring, Clinical Development Strategy, Stakeholder Management. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Oncology role.
Core responsibilities: Oversee the design and delivery of late-phase or early-phase clinical trials within the Immuno-Oncology group. Act as a Medical Monitor responsible for patient safety, regulatory documentation, and the execution of clinical development plans.
Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, 401(k) Match, Annual Company Contribution. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Oncology physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (4)
Hybrid work (Schedule flexibility ↓ burnout)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Supportive environment (Culture alignment key)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates all major evidence-based lifestyle protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full Time
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