Director Study Leader, RTSM Specialist, Oncology R&D, Early Oncology Clinical

Are you ready to make a big impact? Join our dedicated Oncology team that's growing fast and building a strong track record of success. We are seeking a Director Study Leader RTSM Specialist in Early Oncology Clinical (EOC). This combined delivery and functional role is responsible for delivering multiple complex/novel studies and leading the EOC for RTSM delivery. The role requires a high degree of flexibility and autonomy and may involve program level responsibilities. You will also provide expert input to other non-drug programs and improvement projects.

Accountabilities
As a Director Study Leader, you will provide expert clinical operational input into project or study level documents, lead the delivery of clinical study(s) from concept to final CSR, and maintain oversight by close interaction with individual study leaders. You will also implement agreed study level process and technology for Early Oncology clinical studies, manage effective risk management/mitigation plans, and oversee CROs and other clinically outsourced third party vendors. As an RTSM specialist, you will act as a tactical and strategic partner to both study teams and GCS, lead process improvements in EOC in partnership with GCS, and facilitate knowledge between EOC and GCS with respect to the EOC portfolio.

Essential Skills/Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline, preferably in medical or biological science.
• At least 10 years drug development experience demonstrated in a variety of roles.
• At least 5 years of experience in leading studies in clinical development.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the clinical and pharmaceutical drug development process.
• Extensive and proven experience in driving operational delivery to timelines, cost and quality.
• Proven experience leading delivery through internal and external organizations.
• Project Management experience within the context of Clinical Drug Development.
• Experience and strength in working and leading in matrix teams.
• Strong collaborative communications skills including the ability to engage with a diverse client base and manage through conflict.
• Proven ability in problem solving and issues management that is solution focused.
• Ability/willingness to lead strategic and/or operational management of individual clinical trials should the need arise.
• RTSM set-up and management in multiple settings.
• Experience in providing clear requirements for external contracts.
• Experience in selection of external providers and development/review of contracts.
• Proven oversight of external providers.
• Understanding of early phase clinical delivery.
• Demonstrable ability to identify, lead and innovate on workstreams and initiatives to realise more efficient ways of working and reduce timelines.
• Be adept at influencing without authority and managing multiple stakeholders.

Desirable Skills/Experience:
• Higher degree e.g. PhD, MSc, MPhil.
• Programme management qualification (e.g. MBA, PRINCE2).
• Experience in variety of academic/CRO/Sponsor organisations and countries.
• Early oncology clinical delivery.

At AstraZeneca, we follow the science and pioneer new frontiers. Our Oncology team is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a cause of death. With multiple indications and high-quality molecules at all stages of our innovative pipeline, we keep pushing forward. Fusing cutting-edge science with the latest technology to achieve breakthroughs. Backed by investment, we are aiming to deliver 6 new molecular entities by 2025. We make bold decisions driven by patient outcomes and have built an unrivalled scientific community both internally and externally. 

Are you ready to join a team committed to improving the lives of millions with cancer? Apply now and be part of our journey to eliminate cancer as a cause of death.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.