Local Study Associate Director (Clinical Project Manager) - Biopharma

Are you passionate about making a positive and impactful difference to the lives of others through Clinical Research? Join AstraZeneca as a Local Study Associate Director (Clinical Project Manager) working on the Biopharma pipeline.  If you are an experienced Clinical Project Manager this is a rare chance to join our Biopharma Site Management and Monitoring team based in Sydney at Associate Director level.

With 20 new medicines due to be launched by 2030 this is an exciting time to join AstraZeneca. This will not just showcase your project management experience, but you will be directly involved in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Initially this position will be a 12 month contract with potential opportunities to grow and develop beyond this role.  Here you will be backed by leadership and empowered at every level to prioritise and make bold moves.

About AstraZeneca

Bold innovators, our pipeline is one of the broadest and deepest in the industry. Our cutting-edge work and ground-breaking approaches keep pushing us forward, harnessing digital technology, data and AI as we fast-forward progress and transform Healthcare.

We are a hard-working, fun, fast paced and encouraging team.  We are continuously evolving and adapting to build new and better ways of working across clinical research and development. We want to support each other to be as efficient as possible to drive work life balance. We are undergoing expansion and with positions becoming available both locally and globally, we provide opportunities to drive your development and growth your way. Our pipeline and projects are continually expanding, and we want you to join us!

What you’ll do

As a Local Study Associate Director on an initial 12 month contract, you will be engaged and involved with effective and proactive study management across a number of high-profile studies. As such, this is a broad role where you will have high level of involvement across all stages of the studies from study feasibility through to study results. To be successful in this role, excellent knowledge of Clinical Study Management and experience working in a similar capacity would be outstanding.

Essential for the role

Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams to deliver clinical trials according to or ahead of time plan, budget and with required quality.

Excellent project management skills.

Good medical knowledge of the AZ Biopharma Therapeutic Area.

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline, preferably in life science, or equivalent qualification

Good knowledge of international guidelines ICH-GCP as well as relevant local regulations.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Australian work rights.

Sydney based candidates highly preferred.

Desirable for the role

Good knowledge of the Drug Development Process.

Excellent understanding of the Clinical Study Process including monitoring.

Integrity and high ethical standards.

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).  As an organisation we stand with confidence on our gender equality initiatives including pay equity, leadership development programs, and zero tolerance for gender-based harassment.  This achievement exemplifies our commitment to building high performing, inclusive and diverse teams that collaborate across our enterprise, aligned to our values and strategic priority of being a Great Place to Work.

So, what’s next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We look forward to receiving your application.

Where can I find out more?

Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/

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

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) and as a Silver Tier Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). Visit our  ANZ Careers Page to learn more about our commitment to fostering a flexible, diverse, and inclusive environment.

Date Posted

07-Aug-2026

Closing Date

20-Aug-2026

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.