Clinical Research & Development Office, Project Manager

Description

Clinical Research & Development Office, Project Manager

About Astellas

At Astellas we are making treatments that matter to people.

We are tackling the toughest health challenges putting the patient at the heart of every move we make.

Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword - it’s a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division.

We have developed ground-breaking, innovative medicines in immunology, oncology and urology. Our medicines are extending and saving the lives of cancer patients, making transplantation possible and improving the quality of life for those living with conditions where needs are often overlooked.

We take a patient-focused approach, that allows us to convert brilliant early science into treatments and solutions that directly improve and save patients’ lives.

From lab to clinic to patient, we focus on the most promising science, empower the best talent to pursue it, and develop life-changing solutions alongside the best partners.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor, collaborating closely with internal business partners to leverage your strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and project management expertise to drive impactful transformations. You will support the Research & Development division in enhancing business operations, including strategy development, capability evolution, technology modernization, and organizational change. By partnering with internal clients, you will critically assess current processes, propose innovative solutions, and address complex challenges—ranging from organizational changes to business process improvements and application implementations.

Hybrid Working

At Astellas we recognise the importance of balancing your work and home life, so we offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues in person at the office alongside the flexibility to work from home; optimising the most productive work environment for you to succeed and deliver.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead / facilitate cross-functional teams in developing strategic options / solutions (and associated business cases as appropriate) for allocated organizational / process improvement projects that aim to solve current state business challenges.
• Secure endorsement and Stakeholder / Sponsor alignment for team recommended solution/option incorporating any refinements.
• Create a staged project implementation plan / roadmap with clear deliverables e.g. system requirements, training materials, and the business-as-usual support model.
• Lead cross-functional execution of the plan ensuring within scope and on time / cost delivery.
• Proactively identify, assess and manage risks throughout compilation and execution of the project.
• Manage project costs, ensuring adherence to budget and regular reforecasting to alert sponsors / stakeholders of any projected over / underspend.
• Employ best-practice change management practices / communication to ensure changes are successfully embedded within the business; including roles & responsibilities, business processes and systems.
• Ensure post-implementation reviews occur to ensure lessons are learned and identify any deficiency in realizing the benefits defined in the business case.
  
  

Essential Knowledge & Experience

• Strong track record of managing projects in the pharmaceutical industry or management consulting, focusing on R&D, clinical development, regulatory affairs, or medical affairs.
• Strong command of business analytics, with the ability to analyze operations and implement
• process improvements.
• Proven project management capabilities, including developing and managing timelines,
• budgets, and risks.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of
• personnel.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in a matrix organization, achieving high-quality results through team collaboration.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent).
• Project management certification (PMP, LSS, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of AGILE project delivery methodologies.
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
  
  

Additional Information

• This is a permanent, full-time position
• This position is based in Poland
• This position follows our hybrid working model. Role requires a blend of home and minimum 1 days per quarter in our Poland office. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office.
  
  

At Astellas, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.