Associate Director, Country Operations Manager (Clinical Research)

If you want to make change happen, Alexion is the place to do it – you’re encouraged to think deeply, challenge how it’s always been done, and take smart risks. An exciting opportunity as our Associate Director, Clinical Operations Manager, is currently available within Alexion Clinical Research team, reporting to the Head of Country Operations.

About Alexion, Astra Zeneca Rare Disease
At Alexion, we’re dedicated to delivering life-changing medicines for those with rare and devastating diseases. Our patient first approach informs all our decision-making, and we invest in team and individual development. Ours is an energetic, fast-paced way of working that is solutions focused and collaborative.

We will help you expand your skills and knowledge and unlock your best. Working at pace, you’ll be challenged and supported to grow – learning from inspiring leadership and exceptional teams who believe in the power of science to make a difference. Every day you will broaden your horizons and skills, finding opportunities to take the initiative and build a meaningful career. Our outstanding learning resources and new diverse career-enhancing opportunities will quickly deepen your personal and professional growth.

About the role
The Associate Director, Country Operations Manager (AD COM ) is responsible for the day-to-day management of a local team of clinical monitors and is responsible for planning and utilisation of staff resources, objective setting and performance development. The AD COM is responsible for their direct reports delivery to study expectations. 

Responsibilities also include ensuring operational trial deliverables across programs are completed according to timelines, operational procedures, quality standards, SOPs and guidelines. It is also expected that the AD COM may contribute to regional/global initiatives as delegated and may also take other responsibilities such as Project Manager related tasks.

Essential for the role

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline, preferably in life science, or equivalent qualification.
• Experience as a CRA line manager from within a pharmaceutical/sponsor clinical research team
• Strong leadership to drive team growth, development and support the local strategy implementation
• Business acumen to understand company direction and drive the understanding at team level
• Solution oriented attitude and ability to lead through ambiguity
• Excellent interpersonal skills, proactivity and assertiveness.
• Manage change with a positive approach for self, team and business
  

Desirable for the role

• Rare disease experience
• Prior CRA and/or Project Management experience
• Excellent knowledge of the Monitoring Process.

Why Alexion?  
At Alexion, people living with rare and devastating diseases are our Guiding Star. We are driven to continuously innovate and create meaningful value in all we do to help patients and families fully live their best lives. We value the uniqueness and diversity of our employees and recognize that nurturing the diverse perspectives and strengths of our people translate into innovative breakthroughs for patients.  We want to unlock your potential and inspire you to be your best, challenging you to expand your horizons, extend your knowledge, and grow to your fullest.

So, what’s next?
Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours!
If you’re curious to know please reach out to Danielle Jones.

Where can I find out more?

Visit our websites https://www.astrazeneca.com.au/careers.html and https://www.astrazeneca.com/

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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 authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.