Posted:
2/25/2026, 3:54:04 AM
Location(s):
Portland, Oregon, United States ⋅ Bellevue, Washington, United States ⋅ Washington, United States ⋅ Oregon, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
As an Oncology Nurse Educator supporting assigned portfolio in the NORTHWEST territory (WA, OR, ID, MT WY), you will play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients' lives through the provision of nurse education.
AstraZeneca’s vision in Oncology is to help patients by redefining the cancer-treatment paradigm, with the aim of bringing a broad pipeline of next-generation medicines focused principally on six tumor areas - breast, ovarian, lung, gynecology, genitourinary, gastrointestinal, and hematological cancers. As well as other tumor types, these are being targeted through five key platforms - immunotherapy, the genetic drivers of cancer and resistance, DNA damage repair, and antibody drug conjugates underpinned by personalized healthcare and biomarker technologies.
Reporting to the WEST Nurse Educator Director, the Oncology Nurse Educator will implement Nurse Education strategies and provide education to community and academic institutions, hospitals, health care providers and pharmacies by utilizing their professional expertise and clinical training.
Responsibilities:
Clinical Education:
Apply Oncology Nurse Educator role-specific clinical knowledge in discussion of product and disease state content, terminology, and concepts with customers
Educates nurses and other health care providers on adverse event (AE) profiles and appropriate patient management to support the safe and effective use of AZ products, in a non-promotional discussion utilizing content consistent with labelling
Answer customer-specific questions regarding AEs associated with an AZ oncology medicine
Speak at oncology nursing education events to educate a broad cross-section of nurses in an above-brand environment
Apply approved educational materials to effectively address account needs while ensuring alignment with nurse education strategic imperatives and adherence to all compliance requirements
A role model for the AZ values who diligently and consistently upholds our ethical standards and compliance expectations
Customer Knowledge & Insights:
Demonstrates deep insight into customer and associated institutional needs
Demonstrates an understanding of the various customer segments (e.g. different nursing specialties) and environments (e.g. Community Oncology, Academic Institutions)
Customer Focus & Engagement:
Builds credibility and trust during customer interactions by understanding their operational practices, decision- making processes, standards of care, priorities, and potential changes in needs
Considers the patient journey and account educational needs and utilizes approved AZ resources to address these needs
Account Planning & Execution:
Develops meaningful nurse education account plans with clear objectives, actions, responsibilities, timelines, and allocation of resources
Demonstrates written and oral communication skills that supports cross functional collaboration and coordination of customers’ needs
Develops and accomplishes a routing plan to improve time and impact in the field
Teamwork & Collaboration:
Contributes to and engages with cross-functional team in a highly integrated way
Demonstrates commitment to the key account management process by sharing perspectives, links customer insights and recommends strategies to integrate perspectives across nurse education solutions
A role model for living the AZ values who diligently and consistently upholds our ethical standards and compliance expectations.
Other duties as assigned
Essential Requirements:
Desireable:
Master’s degree in nursing or a related healthcare field
Oncology nursing certification from a recognized professional nursing organization (e.g., OCN® or equivalent) preferred.
Skills and Experience:
At AstraZeneca, we are driven by the solutions we bring to the healthcare ecosystem. It powers us to make an impact at every step of the patient journey. We're always nurturing and protecting our teams to remove any barriers to innovation and experimentation. If you like to run fast, this is the place for you. We thrive on the pace and energy, with a winning approach we can make anything happen. We are constantly thinking big to answer new challenges. We push ourselves to start small and scale fast. The pioneers of digital and innovative solutions that have never been seen before.
Are you ready to join us on this journey? To be part of shaping the future? To work with top people to build a diverse career and learn what Commercial looks like at its best? If so, apply today!
The annual base pay for this position ranges from $151,081-$ 226,622. 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 (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 “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.
Date Posted
25-Feb-2026Closing Date
03-Mar-2026Our 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.
Website: https://www.astrazeneca.com/
Headquarter Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 1999
IPO Status: Public
Industries: Emergency Medicine ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Medical ⋅ Oncology ⋅ Pharmaceutical