Project Manager, Operational Data Strategy

Introduction to role:
Are you ready to dive into the world of operational data strategy within Clinical Data and Insights? As a Project Manager in this dynamic field, you'll be at the forefront of strategic oversight, combining advanced database capabilities with innovative data science methodologies. Your mission? To visualize data-driven decision-making and drive impactful projects that align with our organizational goals. If you're a confident self-starter with a knack for managing change and guiding teams through complex projects, this is the role for you!

Accountabilities:
- Support the planning and execution of multiple projects within an Agile framework, ensuring timelines and deliverables align with Operational Data Strategy objectives.
- Assist in the coordination of sprint ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews, to maintain progress and team alignment.
- Prepare and deliver concise project updates and presentations for stakeholders and leadership, utilizing PowerPoint to effectively communicate progress and objectives.
- Use Atlassian Jira to track and monitor project progress, update backlogs, and communicate key milestones.
- Collaborate with project teams to identify and address project risks, roadblocks, and dependencies.
- Maintain input into project budgets and resource allocation with guidance from senior team members.
- Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement by supporting Agile best practices.
- Liaise with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are aligned with organizational priorities.
- Ensure user stories and tasks are well-defined based on requirements gathered in collaboration with the business analyst.

Essential Skills/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Life Sciences (i.e. Pharmacy, Biomedicine) or related field
- Some experience managing projects in an Agile environment or supporting Agile project teams.
- Basic understanding of Atlassian tools (e.g., Jira) and Agile project management principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint with the ability to create clear and visually engaging presentations.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Desirable Skills/Experience:
- Master’s degree in project management, business management or similar
- Certification in Agile methodologies (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster - CSM, or entry-level project management certifications such as CAPM).
- Familiarity with budget and resource planning.
- Background or interest in data-driven decision-making within health-related fields.
- Exposure or experience in consulting or in a pharmaceutical industry.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, curiosity meets courage as we explore the potential of science to redefine what's possible. Our commitment to making a difference drives us to fuse data and technology with scientific innovations, unlocking breakthroughs that impact patients' lives globally. With a focus on collaboration and inclusivity, we unite diverse knowledge from academia, biotechs, and industry to create swift impacts on disease. Here, lifelong learning thrives amidst cutting-edge innovations, offering endless opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a team that's transforming healthcare through science!