At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development and management of IRT technology for clinical trials.
- Company: Join AstraZeneca, a global leader in biopharmaceutical innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care and cancer treatment advancements.
- Qualifications: Experience in clinical supply chain and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Associate Director Clinical Supply IRT – Macclesfield, UK About Astra Zeneca Astra Zeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases.
But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.
At Astra Zeneca, we are pioneering new frontiers by identifying and treating patients earlier, working towards the aim of eliminating cancer as a cause of death.
Come and join our AZ team where you will play a pivotal role in this exciting period of development!
The Global Clinical Supply Chain function is accountable for the supply of medicines to Astra Zeneca’s clinical trials.
The use of IRT technology allow automated inventory management to maintain the right kits, for the right patients, at the right time, in the right place.
For each study, Clinical Operations and Global Clinical Supply Chain collaborate closely to build specific IRT requirements which are then configured and validated by the IRT vendor.
IRT is a critical and strategic business application that directly impacts the speed, quality and cost of AZ’s clinical studies.
Frequently, configuration / validation activities are on the critical path for study start up.
Key Responsibilities Inputting to and completing Technical Standards documentation both standards and studies Completing Risk Assessment both standards and studies Author/approve test scripts as required – both standards and studies Develop and deliver training material on standards Create internal SOP’s to document and define process Represent Global Clinical Supply Chain in governance interactions, both internal and external The role will act as a role model and consultant to IRT Specialists and within both GCSC and Clinical Operations, which involves: Delivery of training and onboarding support for IRT Specialists
