Are you passionate about making a positive and impactful difference to the lives of others through Clinical Research? Join AstraZeneca as a Clinical Research Associate working on the Oncology pipeline.

About AstraZeneca
We are a pharmaceutical company driven by a strong sense of purpose, bringing a patient-centric approach to everything we do. We are bold learners and lateral thinkers, eager to explore out of our comfort zones. Working with cross-functional teams, we are positive collaborators and team players. We are always willing to get involved and support each other.

Equally driven by purpose and performance, we are recognised and respected within the industry and by our peers. We are renowned for doing the right thing, and those we work with – from clinicians to doctors – admire our work and ambitions. Join our team and feel proud to work for a company with an enviable reputation, which stands firm and is well positioned to be a market leader in Australia and New Zealand.

What you’ll do

As a Senior / Clinical Research Associate, you will be involved in effective site management across a number of high-profile studies, as well as all aspects of the study from site selection and start-up, initiation, monitoring, and closure. To be successful in this role you will have excellent knowledge of clinical study management including monitoring, study drug handling and data management. You will have experience working in a similar capacity, have excellent knowledge of international guidelines ICH-GCP, relevant local regulations and a sound understanding of the drug development process.

This role is a full time, initial 12-month contract position to be based in Sydney, Perth or Melbourne.

Essential for the role

• Bachelors degree in related discipline, preferably in life science, or equivalent qualification

• Minimum 2 years experience working at CRA level

• Excellent knowledge of international guidelines ICH‐GCP, basic knowledge of GMP/GDP and good knowledge of relevant local regulations.

• Sound medical knowledge and ability to learn relevant AZ Therapeutic Areas.

• Good understanding of clinical study management including monitoring, study drug handling and data management.

• Good analytical and problem‐solving skills with a solutions focused mindset.

• Ability to travel and manage sites across multiple states
  

Desirable for the role

• Ability to work in a fun and collaborative team environment, yet comfortable with autonomy.

• Manages change with a positive approach for self, team and the business. Sees change as an opportunity to improve performance and add value to the business.

• Ability to look for and champion continuous improvement to deliver high quality clinical trials with reduced budget and in less time.

• Demonstrates ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with conflicting deadlines.

• Eperience working within a risk‐based monitoring approach including remote monitoring.

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca, we share and are motivated by the same purpose: pushing the boundaries of science in order to deliver life-changing medicines to patients around the world. In short, our work has true meaning. As a business, we are committed to people. Our patient first approach informs all our decision making and we invest in team and individual development. Ours is an energetic, fast paced way of working that is solutions focused and collaborative.

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.

So, what’s next?

• We want to unlock your potential and inspire you to be your best, challenging you to expand your horizons, extend your knowledge and grow to your fullest. Join us to unlock your best!

• If you’re curious to know more, please reach out to Danielle Jones.

Where can I find out more?

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

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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.