Director, Cell Therapy Translational Medicine & Bioanalysis

Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement departmental goals in alignment with company and R&D strategy, driving scientific and operational excellence.
Provide strategic and technical guidance in translational medicine research, flow cytometry assay development, ddPCR, and all related Bio-analytical platforms.
Plan and manage departmental budgets, ensuring efficient resource utilization and effective execution of R&D projects.
Lead translational research, clinical sample management and testing, and assay transfer/development/validation activities, ensuring high-quality and timely data/project delivery. Have good understanding of IIT and IND related regulations.
Collaborate closely with internal R&D teams, clinical investigators, hospitals, and external partners to support study execution and data delivery.
Good communication skills and good presentation skills, both in English and Chinese. 
Promote academic output through publications in international journals and presentations at global conferences.
Coordinate internal and external resources to foster collaboration with academic institutions, CROs, and regulatory bodies.
Lead, mentor, and motivate team members to build a high-performing and innovative R&D organization.
Perform other duties as assigned by senior leadership.

Qualifications and Experience
Ph.D. degree in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, or related biomedical disciplines; 
Strong technical background in method development, validation, and documentation; experience in antibody or cell therapy is highly desirable.
Familiar with GLP, GCP, and translational research standards.
Demonstrated ability in strategic thinking, innovation, and project management.
Excellent communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills in English.
Ph.D. with more than 10 years of relevant experience in biopharmaceutical R&D; minimum 5 years of project and team management experience.
International education or professional experience is a plus.

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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.