Global Clinical Project Manager
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Therapeutic Area: Haematology (Oncology & Hematology) Early Phase
By joining our AstraZeneca FSP program, you’ll collaborate with an award-winning biopharmaceutical leader, renowned for innovation, inclusion, and making a real difference in patients’ lives. As a Global Clinical Project Manager where you will be managing and driving the delivery of global Early phase Haematology studies, you’ll be fully integrated into AstraZeneca’s clinical operations team, helping to deliver innovative, global clinical studies in haematology. You’ll ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, working closely with both AstraZeneca’s internal teams and external partners.
Lead, provide guidance and delegate appropriately to a cross-functional study team or oversee outsourced delivery activities to ensure the clinical study progresses as planned, driving achievement of milestones according to timelines, budget and quality standards. Clinical Study Protocol (CSP) through to Clinical Study Report (CSR)) in accordance with relevant AZ SOPs.
Contract Research Organizations (CROs), central laboratories, IXRS, ePRO, etc.) engaged at the study level are performing to contracted goals and timelines/budget and that adequate oversight is documented and any issues are escalated appropriately. Develop and maintain relevant study plans including required input into study level quality and risk management planning (e.G., risk-based quality management, proactive risk and contingency plans, etc.) Oversee study level performance against agreed upon plans, milestones and key performance indicators (KPIs, quality and operational) by using company tracking systems and project
Responsible for study budget re-forecasting following initial budget estimate provided by the CPT and accountable for study budget management through the study lifecycle and for providing budget progress reports to the CPT including any financial risks and mitigation plans (as part of the ongoing study change control process).
You will be the primary Study Management point-of-contact in the event of an audit or inspection.
Provide regular feedback on individual performance to the study team members and their line managers to support their professional development;
Bachelor’s degreein Science related field is a must, with significant experience in project management and team leadership.
~10 years of relevant clinical experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including 5 years’ Global clinical project management experience, or equivalent.
~ Proven track record of successfully managing projects from inception to completion, with a focus on delivering results within scope, time, and budget constraints.
~ Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to effectively manage project teams and prioritize tasks.
~ Experience across all Phases and lifecycle of the clinical studies.
~ Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 being advantageous.
~ Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable, with a commitment to achieving project goals and driving continuous improvement.
~ Extensive knowledge of ICH-GCP, clinical research regulatory requirements and demonstrated abilities in clinical study management processes and clinical/drug development.
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs
Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead
Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a general network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being
Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.