Manager, Evidence Project Management, Oncology (secondment/fixed-term)

Location: Warsaw

Hybrid Model of Work

Contract till December 2026

The Medical Evidence Delivery Team within Oncology Business Unit (OBU) is responsible for strategic planning and operational delivery of interventional and observational AstraZeneca sponsored studies (AZ studies), externally sponsored scientific research (ESR) and early access programs (EAP) in order to generate the evidence to build confidence in and provide access to AstraZeneca therapies for patients in need.

Manager I, (D) Evidence Project Management (Mgr I EPM) will support the Associate Director, Evidence Project Management I, II (AD EPM) in the operational delivery and oversight of company sponsored evidence studies to time, cost and quality. The Mgr EPM works cross- functionally with internal and external partners to deliver certain aspects of the clinical study as delegated by the AD EPM and in accordance with the clinical outsourcing model (EMPOWER), current clinical trial regulations (e.g. ICH GCP), AstraZeneca Standard Operating Procedures (AZ SOPs), AZ policies and best practices and in line with AZ values and behaviours.

In addition, the Mgr EPM will support OBU Medical Evidence’s continuous improvement by developing expertise in a specific area of study delivery, serving as a point of contact for best practice, and contributing to the development and maintenance of guidance documents and training materials.

Manager II (D+) is an experienced seniority member of the global study team responsible for delivering complex clinical studies within Oncology Evidence Project Management. This role ensures studies are completed to time, cost, and quality standards, from Clinical Study Protocol (CSP) development through study set-up, maintenance, close-out, development of Clinical Study Report (CSR) to study archiving.

The Manager II takes on increased levels of responsibility compared to the Manager I role, demonstrating advanced expertise in all relevant procedures and processes; actively participates in procedure creation, updates, and process improvements. This role may lead less complex projects independently or act as a deputy to the Study Leader on more complex, high-priority studies. This role operates with a global AZ remit and may require collaboration across multiple countries and time zones.

Requirements:

Essential

▪ Bachelor’s degree required preferably in medical or biological science or equivalent by experience
▪ Solid knowledge and understanding of the clinical study and drug development processes, GCP/ICH guidelines
▪ Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as proven collaboration and influencing skills
▪ Team oriented and flexible; ability to respond quickly to shifting demands and opportunities
▪ Proactively identify risks and possible mitigations
▪ Demonstration of strong project management skills
▪ Demonstrated ability to collaborate as well as work independently
▪ Demonstrated ability to set and manage workload priorities, resources, performance targets and initiatives for projects within area of impact
▪ Ability to identify and champion more efficient and effective methods/processes whilst operating with required policies and regulations
Ability to effectively work with Clinical Research Organizations/External Providers
▪ Proven ability to interact widely and effectively within the company across regions, functions and cultures
▪ Openness for sharing knowledge and being a mentor to colleagues working at CL D or C
▪ Ability to manage competing priorities

Additionally for Manager II:
▪ Minimum 3+ years of experience in the Biotech, Pharma, or CRO industry or equivalent.
▪ Strong project management skills. Experience in start- up phases is mandatory.
▪ Deep understanding of data sources, clinical systems, and vendor management, with the ability to drive improvements. Strategic mindset, with the ability to contribute to the broader clinical study strategy.
▪ Advanced degree in medical or biological sciences or field associated with clinical research
For Manager II role:
▪ Project Management certification
▪ Proven ability to mentor and develop junior staff, driving a high-performance culture
▪ Project Management Skills:
Holds advanced project management qualifications and skills.
▪ Data Source/Systems/Vendors Knowledge: Extensive awareness and ability to identify and implement necessary changes. Capable of proposing and leading improvement initiatives.
▪ Strategic Mindset:
Contributes to the development and understanding of broader strategic goals.
▪ Decision Quality:
Makes independent decisions while maintaining alignment with the Study Leader.
▪ Project Execution:
Executes tasks with strategic awareness and in coordination with the Study Leader.

▪ Financial Acumen:
Experienced in budget management, as directed by the Study Leader.
▪ Stakeholder Management:
Experienced in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders..
▪ Experience working in outsourced models studies with different CROs, desirable previous experience working in Oncology Business Unit (OBU).
▪ Experience in process improvement initiatives or organizational change management.
▪ Ability in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Desirable

▪ Advanced degree in medical or biological sciences or field associated with clinical research
For Manager II role:
▪ Project Management certification

Date Posted

Closing Date

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