AstraZeneca Posted September 22, 2026

Senior Manager (m/f/d) Cell Therapy Hub

Hamburg, Germany Full time
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About this opportunity

In AstraZeneca's Cell Therapy division, we follow the science to explore and innovate. We are working towards treating, preventing, modifying, and even curing some of the world's most complex diseases. We have the potential to grow our pipeline and positively impact the lives of patients around the world. We are committed to making a difference and have built our business around our passion for science. Now we are fusing data and technology with the latest scientific innovations to achieve the next wave of breakthroughs. This role is part of the Oncology R&D team tasked with supporting Clinical and Commercial production across multiple sites.

We are looking for a

Senior Manager (m/f/d) Cell Therapy Hub (field-based)

The Senior Manager (m/f/d), Cell Therapy Hub is primarily responsible for managing each patient and cell journey throughout the treatment. This dynamic role requires an outstanding ability to manage patient cases within an assigned geographic area, coordinating between medical professionals at sites and AstraZeneca cross-functional teams to progress patients through the vein-to-vein journey. To be successful in this role, you will have experience coordinating patients, supporting providers, and comfortable navigating multiple digital platforms. We are looking for oncology patient coordination, hospital, immuno-oncology, and cell/gene therapy experience. This is a field-based position within our Cell Therapy Patient Operations team and reports into a Sr. Director, Cell Therapy Hub.

You Will:

Be a trusted and knowledgeable single contact for the Site's stakeholders to enhance the cell therapy Site Experience through the AstraZeneca Cell Therapy Hub.

Independently manage of all patient V2V workflows, from patient registration through infusion, within assigned geographic areas, escalate patient issues for support, and provide coverage for other regions.

Partner with our cross-functional teams (Clinical Ops, SMM, Supply Chain, Medical, IT, Commercial, others) to promptly achieve the needs of our patients and healthcare providers.

Communicate critical patient-related information to appropriate Site stakeholders empathetically to manage expectations.

Coordinate with the Regional and Territory Operations Managers to ensure all site logistics and personnel have been identified and trained to ensure COI/COC access to our AZ digital platform.

Ensure that any issues related to cellular starting material, IMP, and supplies are addressed and communicated to the relevant site.

Collaborate with QA, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain on OOS communication, Product Recalls, and any product issues occurring at the site or improving the site.

Develop internal and external SOPs and materials related to the AZ Cell Therapy Hub.

Complete all Cell Therapy AZ Hub training and demonstrate knowledge and seamless navigation of AstraZeneca Cell Therapy Hub (i.e. Customer Portal, Telephony system) and processes (i.e., SOPs, work instructions, business rules).

Manage and contribute continuous improvements and development of solutions to deliver enhanced patient care experience.

Maintain current knowledge of and follow established AstraZeneca Cell Therapy Hub goals, processes, regulatory standards, compliance, procedures.

Coordinate rollout of process changes to assigned sites in partnership with the Regional and Territory Operations Management.

Demonstrate genuine passion and care for patients and uphold AstraZeneca Cell Therapy Hub values in daily individual work performance.

Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned and comply with applicable SOPs and regulations.

Experience & Skills:

BA or BS degree or equivalent experience.

Minimum of 4 years of experience within a Cell Therapy Program as a: Research Coordinator, Nurse Coordinator, Apheresis Nurse, Cell Lab Professional, Quality Manager, in the healthcare systems or regulatory environment.

Solve site facing problems and deal with organizational complexity.

Desirable Skills:

Advanced degree in Life Sciences or Engineering (e.g., PharmD, NP, PA, Biomedical Engineer)

Experience working with critical raw material suppliers or contract manufacturing organizations

What You Can Look Forward To:

An exciting pipeline and innovative products

Personalized development opportunities with a strong focus on lifelong learning

A culture of trust, appreciation, and room to contribute within a passionate team

Office space in the heart of Hamburg designed for collaborative, flexible, and agile working

A diverse, inclusive, and bias-free work environment committed to the Charta der Vielfalt, where differences are not only welcomed but actively encouraged. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates.

A sustainable company aiming to become carbon negative across the entire value chain by 2030

Date Posted

22-Sept.-2026

Closing Date

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.

Job details

Seniority
Manager
Function
Clinical Development
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Hamburg, Germany
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

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We currently track 305 comparable Manager Clinical Development roles across 70 biopharma companies.

305Comparable roles tracked
280Currently active
70Companies hiring similar roles
24Countries represented

Salary context

81 of 305 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject Not listed on this posting
Highest disclosed · Statistical Advisor · Gilead Sciences, Inc. $226,185/yr – $292,710/yr
Peer group range $95,500 – $259,448 (median $194,600)

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India51
United Kingdom19
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Seniority mix

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Manager171
Associate Director109
Associate25

Therapeutic area mix

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Immunology8
Neuroscience3
Rare Disease2
Dermatology & Aesthetics1
Respiratory1
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