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Job Title: Global Development ScientistCareer Level - EIntroduction to Role:Are you ready to be a part of a team that plays a critical role in driving meaningful change in the way we predict, prevent, and treat patients\' conditions? As a Global Development Scientist, you will be an integral part of the Clinical Project Team (CPT), and Global Study Team (GST). You will work harmoniously and cross-functionally with other CPT & GST members, Site Management & Monitoring (SMM), field-based liaisons, and site personnel. This position demands strong collaborative communication skills and the individual will operate according to the highest ethical standards in compliance with internal SOPs, local regulations, laws and adhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory requirements.Accountabilities:In this role, you will work cross-functionally within clinical product teams (CPT) to ensure the clinical strategy is translated into the development of the study concept document, study protocol, and related documents. You will develop relationships with appropriate consultants and key external experts (KEE), study sites, and utilize these relationships to obtain feedback on protocol design, as well as study training, study execution, interpretation of study results and inform recruitment strategies. You will also contribute to advisory boards to ensure there is engagement with site-specific KEEs to ensure robust study designs, recruitment strategies.Essential Skills/Experience:Bachelors degree with focus on life sciences or equivalentIndustry or academic experience in drug developmentDetailed knowledge of GCP and other regulations governing clinical research.General knowledge of 1) medical monitoring 2) Regulatory approval process in relevant countries; 3) pharmaceutical industry/R&D operations; 4) marketing and commercial fundamentals.Ability to grow and maintain a high level of expertise in oncology therapeutic area.Drug Development/Clinical Development Planning: Demonstrates the ability to undertake the planning, and timely organization of components of the clinical development plan and work with other functions to achieve successful study initiation and execution.Ability to drive/contribute to protocol design, writing and implementationDemonstrates solid understanding of methodology in the design, conduct, review and interpretation, and presentation of clinical research.Desirable Skills/Experience:Ph.D. degree in life sciences (preferred)Emerging leadership skills with the ability to influence others and drive consensus buildingEmerging communication & presentation skills to communicate scientific concepts/data clearly and crisply in team settings and in formal presentations to leadership committees both internally and externallyWhen 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. Thats why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn\'t mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.Why AstraZeneca?At AstraZeneca's Oncology R&D department, we are actively embracing and investing in technology. We harness digital, data, and analytics to reimagine the future of healthcare and deliver improved outcomes to patients beyond core medical. We are ambitious self-starters, proactively driving our own learning. Open-minded and curious, we embrace change and naturally adapt to our ever-evolving industry. We balance our hyper-focus and results-driven mindset with an approach that is welcoming and down-to-earth. We are working to put patients at its core. As a valued part of our business, we transform how we work, enhancing the efficiency of healthcare delivery to provide comprehensive patient support.Ready to join us in our journey as we move beyond precision medicines to work towards individualised medicines developed through our deep understanding of individual biology and behaviours? Apply now and be part of our value-driven business, built on a collaborative culture.Date Posted 06-Jul-2024Closing Date 29-Aug-2024AstraZeneca 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.

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