• 8+ years of proven relevant experience as a project / programme manager, or equivalent role 

• Proven skills and experience managing and controlling large project, programme and portfolio budgets 

• Experience managing and leading global project teams  

• Evidence of crafting innovative solutions that have a major impact within the business area and organization  

• Experience working in a global organization where collaborators and project team members are geographically dispersed 
• Strong Project and Progamme Management Skills 
• A capable knowledge of Financial Management and Benefits Delivery practices 
• Agile and Waterfall project management methodology experience 
• Broad understanding of  IT systems and technology implemented within a business context. 
• Strong communication and relationship management skills 
• Strong knowledge and experience with internal and external suppliers and solutions 
• Excellent discernment with sensitivity to environment 
• Knowledge of GxP and SaMD standards 

• PhD in a scientific or technical field, or an MBA 
• Experience at the director or equivalent level in a major biopharmaceutical company, or manager-level experience in a major consulting firm 
• Project/Program Management certifications (APM/PMI) 
• Demonstrated leadership skills interacting with senior leaders 
• Portfolio Management certification 
• Experience with JIRA 
• Experience with SNOW PPM (project and portfolio budget and resource management) 
• Solid understanding of the biopharmaceutical R&D process and data 

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to encourage life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $153,018.40 - $229,527.60 USD Annual. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. 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), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales 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 pay (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.

Are you ready to bring new insights and fresh thinking to the table? Fantastic! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours. Apply today.

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 follow all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.