Externally Sponsored Research Manager - 10 Month secondment/FTC

Externally Sponsored Research Manager - 10 Month secondment/FTC

Location: London Pancras Square

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Introduction to role

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of people living with cancer? As an Externally Sponsored Research Manager, you will be accountable for the operational coordination and management of review, evaluation, initiation, and conduct of Externally Sponsored Research (ESR) studies in the UK for Oncology disease areas. You will be responsible for delivering an impactful ESR portfolio and supporting the uplift of UK OBU ESR capability and awareness. Acting as the primary link between the Sponsor (Institute) and the AstraZeneca UK Oncology Business Unit, you will work closely with the OBU Medical Team.

Accountabilities

• Support the development of local ESR strategy for OBU portfolio and communicate this to the business.
• Ensure compliance with project management guidelines, external regulations, and internal processes to enable timely delivery of high-quality ESRs.
• Manage the ESR process operationally, including:
• Timely progression of new ESR proposals through review process and active tracking of existing ESRs to ensure milestones are delivered to plan.
• Coordinating departmental meetings related to ESRs, including local review committees and performance updates.
• Developing/negotiating research agreements with sponsors, obtaining expert support from legal and medical teams as necessary.
• Ensuring drug supply is well planned for active/ongoing studies.
• Providing regular study status updates to Medical Leadership team, including ESR performance metrics.
• Communicating with the field medical team regarding actions and requirements.
• Tracking study progress from setup to publication and ensuring appropriate documentation of close-out of completed studies.
• Maintaining complete and accurate data in the ESR operations system.
• Actively monitoring study budgets and tracking financial milestones. Ensuring financial systems are up to date and accurate, liaising with Operations and Finance as required to ensure oversight and financial control.
• Provide support and training for Medical Team on ESR processes and systems, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP) requirements and AZ policies and procedures.
• Coordinate appropriate ESR communications strategy, working with Medical Leadership and Field Medical teams to leverage investment in UK ESRs, share knowledge, and accelerate innovative science.
• Act as the primary link between Local and Global teams within AZ regarding ESR activities and act as UK expert in Global forums and local meetings.
• Identify ways to improve customer experience and expand innovative clinical research footprint in the UK.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Project Management skills
• Able to perform effectively under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, negotiation, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Organisational skills
• Degree level education
• Proven track record of delivering projects
• Experience of exercising judgment to make decisions when appropriate
• Self-starter, able to prioritise own workload, work unsupervised, and use own initiative to solve problems
• Experience of working cross-functionally/collaboratively both internally and externally

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Previous experience of managing External Sponsored Studies or Clinical Trials
• Experience of working in a Medical Department of a sales & marketing organisation
• Knowledge of UK Marketing Company Head Office structure and a network of contacts within the company
• Experience of supporting more than one manager & a large department and able to prioritise workload effectively

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire 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.

At AstraZeneca, we are transforming the lives of people living with cancer by leading in patient experience and care. We are fundamentally changing the way cancer is treated by evolving to an outcomes-based model. We go beyond treatment to shape the cancer care environment and transform the whole patient experience. From early diagnosis to survivorship, we ensure no patient is left behind. By delivering earlier stage interventions with curative possibilities and championing the development of precision combinations, we can transform lives across the world.

Ready to join us on this exciting journey? Apply now!

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.