Principal Global Study Associate Manager

Typical Accountabilities
• Vendor Management
Lead the identification and implementation of effective local vendor solutions and working models, helping
ensure high-quality data delivery and sustainable partnerships. Assist with governance coordination in China
Clinical Solutions, contributing to strategies and initiatives that enhance vendor efficiency and study success.
• Internal and External Collaboration
Lead and facilitate interactions with internal functions include but not limited to Process and Global Clinical
Solutions, Data Management, Drug Supply, Procurement, Regulatory, etc.. Coordinate with external CROs
and service providers to ensure delivery according to contracted goals, timelines, and budget, with
documented oversight through planning and control activities.
• Budget and Cost Management
Assist and advise on GSAMs budget considerations to ensure cost-efficient resource allocation and optimal
budgetary use.
• Risk Management and Issue Resolution
Identify and collect risks and issues related to vendor activities, develop mitigation and action plans, and
communicate findings and corrective actions to relevant stakeholders to support smooth project progress.
• Process Standards and Compliance
Ensure ongoing awareness of global clinical processes and relevant guidelines such as ICH GCP, supporting
GSAMs in maintaining inspection readiness. Work with process owner and study experts to implement new or
updated procedures and tools effectively.
• Training and Guidance
Provide ongoing guidance, training, and expert input to GSAMs on process-related questions, offering
mentorship and direction to support team capability and professional development needs.
• Process Improvement and Project Support
Lead or contribute to non-drug projects focused on process improvement, working with GSAMs to identify,
adopt, and implement best practices that drive operational excellence and support continuous enhancement
of organizational processes and workflows.

Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Essential
• Bachelor’s degree and above in biological sciences
or healthcare-related, or equivalent.
• At least 7 years relevant clinical research
experience in the pharmaceutical industry, academe
or CRO.
• Demonstrated strong abilities in key clinical study
management/drug development process.
• Have proven track record on project management.
• Excellent in communication skills, negotiation,
collaboration and interpersonal skills. Extensive
experience in external service provider oversight
and management.

Desirable
• Advanced computer proficiency and relevant project
management/digital health tools in day-to-day tasks.
• Fluent verbal and written communication in English.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to look for and champion more efficient and
effective methods/processes of delivering quality
clinical trials with reduced budget and in less time.
• Manages change with a positive approach to the
challenges of change for self, team and the
business. Sees change as an opportunity to
improve performance and add value to the
business.
• Advanced degree in a scientific discipline.
• Ability to execute team leadership.
• Experience in all periods of a clinical study
lifecycle, from setup, maintenance and close-out.
Key stakeholders

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.