Director, Strategic Projects and Organisational Enablement, Clinical Development, Hematology, R&D

AstraZeneca

Director of Strategic Projects and Organisational Enablement in Clinical Development at AstraZeneca. Leading cross-functional strategic initiatives and enhancing operational performance in hematology research.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeMaryland, Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $147,507 - $221,261 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate business improvement projects across Clinical Development
Implement new operational initiatives that improve business performance
Support Clinical Development leaders to drive performance
Work cross-functionally to highlight opportunities for innovation
Coordinate priority initiatives and cross-portfolio activities
Support senior leadership teams by helping with planning
Track progress of goals and deliverables
Lead communications with KEEs
Coordinate annual planning cycles and ensure measurable metrics
Build and maintain relationships across functions
Oversee travel budget and carbon allocation for Clinical Development
Support preparation for critical internal and external meetings
Oversee the Clinical Development budget forecasting and resource planning
Support talent development, retention, and succession planning initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in relevant discipline
10+ years industry experience with 3+ years focus on project management or operations management
Solid understanding of pharmaceutical development or biotech
Consistent track record of supporting leadership teams or cross-functional teams
Strong ability to influence across organizational levels and functions
Demonstrated success in driving critical initiatives and business improvements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present to senior management and external partners
Consistent record to lead through change and in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and quality standards
Experience supporting organizational change or business transformation initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
Paid vacation and holidays
Paid leaves
Qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
Short-term incentive bonus opportunity
Eligibility to participate in equity-based long-term incentive program

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementoperations managementbudget forecastingresource planningbusiness improvementperformance trackingmetrics developmentorganizational changebusiness transformation

Soft Skills

influencingcommunicationrelationship buildingleadershipattention to detailadaptabilityteam collaborationplanningpresentation skills

Certifications

Master's degree