Associate Director, Global Project Management - Late-Stage Oncology

AstraZeneca; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company is seeking an Associate Director of Global Project Management for Late-Stage Oncology in Mississauga, Canada. This role involves leading cross-functional teams to align project strategies and deliver on key objectives. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and project management experience, particularly in drug development. Effective communication and ability to engage senior stakeholders are essential. Exceptional benefits and a collaborative environment are offered to encourage innovative thinking and team success.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Professional development opportunities

Focus on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting cross-functional drug development teams or leading sub-teams.
• Experience delivering projects within agreed time, quality, and cost.
• Ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional drug development teams to achieve project objectives.
• Drive effective team operations and manage project budgets.
• Facilitate decision-making and issue resolution within teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Drug Development Knowledge

Collaboration Tools

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or Advanced Degree

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

OneNote

Job description

At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe.

Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.

Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.

Introduction to role:

Are you ready to lead and inspire global, cross-functional drug development teams? As the Associate Director of Global Project Management (GPM) for Late-Stage Oncology, you'll play a pivotal role in steering projects towards strategic objectives and achieving key breakthroughs. With a comprehensive view of the drug project, you'll work across all functions, complementing the Global Project Leader by providing top-level oversight and integration from development through commercialization. This exciting opportunity is based in Mississauga, Canada.

Accountabilities:

Program Strategic Alignment

• Provide input into project strategy & vision through expertise in project management and navigate therapy area and corporate governance processes.
• Ensure alignment of project and operational results to the team’s strategy.
• Share lessons learned and communicate those where relevant.
• Handle or lead elements of the team’s development plan or strategy as delegated by the Global Project Leader.
• Ensure appropriate linkages between project strategy and key internal processes (TA strategy, TA prioritization, corporate scorecard) and update relevant enterprise systems.

Team Leadership and Delivery

• Lead cross-functional drug development teams and sub-teams, ensuring an accurate and achievable project plan.
• Act as a core team member, driving efficient operation of teams including overall plans, priorities, budget, and risk management.
• Drive an effective, efficient team environment and help the Global Project Leader build a cohesive, high-performing team.
• Facilitate GPT and sub-teams towards successful decision-making and issue resolution. Focus the GPT on the right activities at the right time and handle complex project situations.
• Create and run effective communication processes within the team.
• Proactively ensure the set-up and maintenance of information management practices in line with AZ standard process with support from the Information Management Lead.
• Ensure project data quality as per agreed standards.

Governance and Investment Decisions

• Facilitate GPT towards effective governance decisions (e.g., Phase IDs, project revisions) and lead development of investment decision documentation. Integrate and provide information to both the team and senior management/governance bodies for efficient decision-making.
• Planning, Monitoring, and Delivery
• Ensure overall GPT results, budgets, schedules, and performance standards are realistically set, governance approved, attained, and fulfill all information management and business reporting requirements.
• Maintain plans of the highest data quality, accountable for all project management results associated with GPTs or sub-teams covered.

Entrepreneurship

• Seek opportunities to drive positive change and remove barriers within and outside the team.
• Advocate company standard methodologies.
• Apply business knowledge to drive cross-functional and cross-project learning.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with proven experience supporting cross-functional drug development teams or leading sub-teams.
• Project Management experience with a successful track record of delivering projects within agreed time, quality, and cost.
• Experience with project management tools and processes.
• Ability to run high-performing teams with expertise in developing effective team operations.
• Ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Experience ensuring high-quality data in enterprise systems.
• Strong information management skills, including use of modern collaboration tools such as SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and OneNote.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Advanced degree in a scientific discipline and/or MBA.
• In-depth knowledge of drug development process with therapeutic area-specific knowledge and experience. Project Management (PMP) Certification.

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.

AstraZeneca offers an environment where you can truly make an impact. With a focus on innovation and intelligent risk-taking, you'll be part of a global team that empowers you to challenge norms and drive change. Our collaborative culture encourages you to speak up, take initiative, and contribute to meaningful work that impacts patients' lives. Here, you'll find opportunities for growth through learning from diverse perspectives and leveraging disruptive technologies.

Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Apply now to join AstraZeneca's dynamic team!

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AstraZenecais an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing [e-mail].

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Date Posted

03-Dec-2025

Closing Date

17-Dec-2025

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.