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Oncology Nurse Educator - Northwest

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AstraZeneca

Portland, Oregon

Eligibility
RNAdministrative & Consulting NursesClinical Nurse Educators
Unit
Oncology

Posted Aug 18 · Not open to new grads

What the listing says

Role

Term
Permanent
Accepts
RN
Experience
4+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
Top of OR staff pay

OR staff postings that state pay run $39/hr to $74/hr, the middle half $48/hr to $66/hr, across 242 postings.

About this role

Location Portland, Oregon, United States Job ID R-258428 Date posted 17/08/2026 As an Oncology Nurse Educator for the oncology portfolio (Lung and GI) in the n the Northwest region (covering Washington, Oregon, Northern California, Northern Nevada, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming) , you will play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients' lives thru the provision of nurse education.

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AstraZeneca’s vision in Oncology is to help patients by redefining the cancer-treatment paradigm, with the aim of bringing abroad pipeline of next-generation medicines focused principally on seven 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.

With mentorship from the West Lung/GI Oncology Nurse Educator Director, the Oncology Nurse Educator will apply Nurse Education strategies and deliver education to community and academic institutions, hospitals, health care providers, and pharmacies by using their professional expertise and clinical training.

Responsibilities

Clinical Education

Customer Knowledge & Insights

Customer Focus and Engagement

Account Planning and Execution

Teamwork and Collaboration

Essential

Bachelor’s degree

4+ years Oncology nursing experience

Active RN license in territory

80% Travel

Reside within 1 hour of major airport

Desireable

Experience as Clinical Nurse Educator or clinical professional in pharmaceutical industry

MSN

Oncology Certified or obtain within one year of hire

Skills and Experience

Adverse events & patient management expertise

Effective educational presenter and discussion facilitator of Registered Nurses, Pharmacy Staff and Advanced Practitioners on all aspects of disease state and product information as it relates to patient care strategies and adverse event management.

Strong commitment to ethical business conduct

Demonstrates an attitude focused on prioritizing customers' educational needs in relation to patient and adverse event management strategies.

Applies knowledge and understanding of customer educational needs and priorities.

Engages customers by aligning approach based on customer interests and AZ strategy and goals.

Develops collaborative relationships within AZ to work toward a common goal and solve complex patient journey challenges.

Ability to work independently with discretion and judgment without regular direct supervision

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent computer skills i.e. Microsoft office, Excel, Power point

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 salary for this position ranges from $151,081-$226,622. However, 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) or to receive a retirement contribution (hourly 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 salary (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

18-Aug-2026

Closing Date

31-Aug-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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Account Planning and Execution Teamwork and Collaboration Essential: Bachelor’s degree 4+ years Oncology nursing experience Active RN license in territory 80% Travel Reside within 1 hour of major airport Desireable: Exp…· from this posting

Requirements

  • RN License
  • Customer communication
  • Nursing
  • Customer training
  • Microsoft Excel
  • RN License
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  • Hourly pay
  • Health education for healthcare providers
  • Paid holidays

Place

City
Portland, Oregon
Median rent
$1,655/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$90,919/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
5% above the national average

Portland area index 105.4, where 100 is the national average.

Portland pairs a laid-back Pacific Northwest lifestyle with a thriving food, coffee, and craft-brew scene. The Willamette River splits the city into distinct east and west sides, and Forest Park offers one of the nation's largest urban wilderness escapes. It's a magnet for nurses who want outdoor access without leaving city limits.

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Approximate location in Portland, OR. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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About the employer

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You would not walk into a Portland hospital unit. AstraZeneca is a public biotech and pharma company with more than 10,000 employees and headquarters in Cambridge, UK. The Oncology Nurse Educator role here is field work in lung and GI…

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Oncology is a specialty you move into. Chemo cards are the working credential; infusion hires in too.

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