Global Clinical Operations Program Director (GPD) to Late CVRM

We are now recruiting a Global Clinical Operations Program Director (GPD) to the Clinical Operations function of Late Stage Development Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolic therapy area in BioPharmaceuticals R&D.
What you’ll do
Do you want to be part of a great and passionate team in drug development? In the Clinical Operations function we operationalize the science that brings medicines to market to improve the lives of millions of patients worldwide. Humbleness for the mission but an attitude to win are true characteristics for members of our group.
The Global Clinical Operations Program Director (GPD) has a global remit with a broad span of responsibilities and stakeholders across the enterprise, providing role modelling project leadership and management for cross-functional teams. The scope is mainly Phase 3 development or medicines already on the Market, but the program may include studies in all phases of drug development. The GPD also leads clinical submission teams in support of regulatory marketing applications and post registration product maintenance phases. On top, the GPD may manage improvement or change projects within clinical operations or spanning multiple business areas.
The GPD will provide input and support to the Senior GPD in preparation for governance interactions, responsible for the planning and delivery of a defined clinical program of studies and/or clinical activities to scope, quality, budget, time; managing resource and risk.
In the GPD role you are expected to be able to work independently and be comfortable to prioritize the work for yourself and your team to meet business objectives. You will also mentor and support people development as appropriate. GPDs are early adopters for new ways of working and act as ambassadors for change when leading teams.
This role is sitting in Late Stage Development Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolic therapy area in BioPharmaceuticals R&D and can be based at AstraZeneca’s dynamic R&D sites in Gaithersburg (US) or Gothenburg (Sweden).
Essential for the role:
University degree, preferably in medical or biological sciences or discipline associated with clinical research (Advanced degree is preferred)
Strong experience from within the pharmaceutical industry or similar large multinational organization
Proven knowledge of clinical operations, project management tools and processes
Previous experience of clinical development / drug development process in various phases of development and therapy areas
Experience from leading clinical projects and deliverables or similar expertise from other areas of drug development (such as pharmaceutical development).
Ability to mentor, develop and educate staff
Proven leadership promoting motivation and empowerment of others in order to accomplish individual, team and organizational objectives
Skilled & experienced in change management
Ability to look for and champion more efficient and effective methods/processes of delivering Clinical Development focusing on key performance metrics around reliability, productivity, cost and quality
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, negotiation, collaboration and interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively with others at all levels of the organization
Demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities, resources, performance targets and project initiatives in a regional and local environment
Integrity and high ethical standards

Desirable for the role:
Project management certification is desirable but not mandatory
Knowledge of process improvement methodology such as Lean Sigma/Change Management is desirable but not mandatory
Regulatory submission experience

Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.